With its dramatic styling and economy-car roots, the Marlin is one of the more intriguing domestic cars of the Sixties. Using rare facts and photos, here’s the story of how the fastback Rambler came to be—and what became of it. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
The Last DeSoto
On November 30, 1960, the final DeSoto rolled off the line at Chrysler’s Jefferson Avenue plant. Here’s a brief look back at the Chrysler brand that, in 33 years of production, never quite found a niche. Continue reading
The Brooks Stevens Evinrude Lakester
Is it a speedboat? A sports car? Both? Neither? It’s the fabulous Evinrude Lakester concept created by famed industrial designer Brooks Stevens. Here’s a closer look at this singular machine. Continue reading
Video: Packard Torsion-Level Ride–How it Works
In 1955, Packard introduced a novel and advanced suspension system called Torsion-Level Ride. Here’s the lowdown on this little-understood system, including an excellent little Packard film that shows exactly how it works. Continue reading
Inside the Fabulous GM Firebird I Turbine Car
This rare General Motors promotional film from 1954 showcases the first of the automaker’s extensive experiments with gas turbine cars, the Firebird I. See the car in action at the proving ground and on display in the Motorama in this great clip. Continue reading
Video: Crucible of Speed—the 1946 Indianapolis 500
Watch the early heroes of the Indy 500, including Ray Harroun, Ralph DePalma, and Wilbur Shaw, trade famous racing stories in this wonderful 1946 Firestone color film, Crucible of Speed. This will make your day, race fans. Continue reading
Video: 1953 Southern 500 in Darlington
In clear, beautiful color, here’s classic stock-car action at the 1953 Southern 500 in Darlington, South Carolina. See the early days of NASCAR and watch the sport’s toughest heroes come to life in this great movie summary. Continue reading