Even before the Mustang was officially introduced on April 17, 1964, Ford was flooding the airwaves with a wall-to-wall media campaign. See the strategy unfold in the original 1964 television commercial. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Video: The Fabulous Stout Scarab on the Road Circa 1940
Aircraft pioneer William B. Stout also created one of the more unique motor vehicles in automotive history, the wondrous Stout Scarab. Here’s some rare footage of a Scarab prototype on the road. Continue reading
America’s Most Versatile Vehicle: The Universal Jeep
In 1945, Willys-Overland emerged from the Second World War with one of the greatest automotive brands ever created and a need to capitalize on it. Here’s how the Willys Jeep became the universal vehicle. Continue reading
The Jaguar XK120 Story
From the original Jaguar of Coventry, here’s an excellent short film history of the XK120. As a bonus, the video includes some great material on the XK140 and XK150, too. Fine stuff for Jaguar experts and beginners alike, enjoy. Continue reading
Video: Torture-Testing the New 1935 Ford
Fireman Bill Brannan has a brand-new 1935 Ford, and he’s going to drive it like he stole it in this Ford promotional short. Lots of fun, check it out. Continue reading
Video: Selling the 1956 Nash Ambassador
Narrated by noted outdoor writer Ed Zern, this 1956 American Motors promotional short pitches the big, luxurious Nash Ambassador to hunters and fishermen. Maybe he can sell us one, too. Continue reading
The Worst Pace Cars in Indianapolis 500 History
REVISED AND UPDATED — Since 1911, some 100 vehicles have been chosen to serve as pace car for the Indianapolis 500. Hey, they can’t all be winners. Here are some of the more unfortunate selections. Continue reading