In the 1960s, GM led the auto industry with important research in alternative technology, from steam to electric to fuel cells, and the automaker boasted it to the world. This original 1969 GM film tells the story. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Video: Selling the 1955 DeSoto
The 1955 model year was an exciting one for DeSoto, with all-new Forward Look styling and two muscular hemi V8 engines. Here’s Groucho’s sidekick George Fenneman with the sales pitch. Continue reading
Video: Dr. Seuss Sells Ford Parts and Service
Are you a fan of The Cat in the Hat, Horton the elephant, and Marvin K. Mooney? Then you’re sure to enjoy this fine little series of theater spots made in 1946-49 by children’s author Dr. Seuss for the Ford Motor Company. Continue reading
The Cars of The Godfather
For gearheads, the cars used in The Godfather are nearly as memorable as the human characters. Here’s a quick look back at a few of the vehicles that starred in the ground-breaking 1972 film. Continue reading
Now Here’s a Big Block: GM’s 637 Cubic-Inch V8
From 1967 through 1972, General Motors produced a massive 637 CID gasoline V8—not for racing, of course, but for use in big trucks and buses. Here’s the story on this cast-iron bruiser. Continue reading
Video: Marketing the 1965 Pontiac GTO
Pontiac launched the muscle car movement with the GTO in 1964, but it took some time for the marketing folks to pinpoint the target audience. See how the GTO was originally pitched in this 1965 commercial spot. Continue reading
The Now Cars: Marketing the 1967 American Motors Line
Model year 1967 was a turning point for American Motors, with complete overhauls to both the automaker’s products and image. Here’s the story, including an original AMC commercial spot featuring the Now Cars for ’67. Continue reading