General Motors was rightly proud of the all-new 1955 Chevrolet with its advanced chassis, styling, and small-block V8. In bright, beautiful Technicolor, here’s an original 30-minute promotional film singing the car maker’s praises. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Video: Flying Coast-to-Coast in a Ford Trimotor, 1929
The Ford Trimotor was a pioneer of the airline industry, flying from coast to coast in 1929 with Transcontinental Air Transport, one of the earliest passenger carriers. Learn the fascinating story in this original 1929 newsreel. Continue reading
Five Fabulous Hot Rod Show Cars That Defied Taste and Logic
Sure they’re tacky, but they’re garish, too. Mac’s Motor City Garage revisits the golden age of wacky car-show theme rods, where camp and kitsch collide. It’s fun. Join us. Continue reading
Mac’s Motor City Garage Wishes You a Happy Thanksgiving
Please enjoy this day of feasts, family, and friends, and we’ll see you tomorrow. We’re thankful for your support. Continue reading
Video: NASCAR Convertibles at Langhorne, 1956
The treacherous one-mile dirt circle in Langhorne, Pennsylvania is the scene for some thrilling NASCAR Convertible Division action from 1956. Pull down your belts and hang on for some vintage stock car excitement. Continue reading
Miniature Masterpiece: Kurtis-Offy Midget Roadster
REVISED AND UPDATED — The midget racer Frank Kurtis built for Charley Adams back in 1938 was so beautifully crafted it was known as the Jewel Box. This midget, one of the last built by the master craftsman in 1958, is every bit as exquisite. Check it out. Continue reading
Video: Nancy Sinatra and Her 1957 Thunderbird
For her 17th birthday, Frank Sinatra gave daughter Nancy a brand new ’57 Thunderbird, which she kept for 20 years and even used in her TV appearances. Here’s more on her beloved hot rod, including a video. Continue reading