In 1965, Ford introduced a novel and interesting independent front suspension for trucks known as the Twin I-Beam. Here’s how it works. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
1950: The Birth of the Chevrolet Bel Air
The 1950 Chevy Bel Air brought an exciting new body style and a model name that would stay with the brand for decades. Continue reading
Amos Northup, The Independent Auto Designer
Amos Northup was not just the leading designer for the independent automakers in the thirties, he was the most independent of designers. Continue reading
An El Camino By Any Other Name: GMC Sprint and Caballero, 1971-87
In case you wanted an El Camino but just couldn’t abide Chevrolet emblems, GMC offered the essentially identical Sprint and Caballero. Continue reading
Lincoln’s Sporty Specials: 1950 Lido and Cosmopolitan Capri
In 1950, Lincoln spruced up its conservative product line with pair of fancy specials, the Lido and Cosmopoitan Capri. Continue reading
The Big Buicks Bow Out: 1976 Electra 225 and Electra Limited
The last of the really big Buicks signed off in 1976 with the Electra 225 and Electra Limited—true heavyweight cruisers. Continue reading
Iacocca’s Woody: The 1983-86 LeBaron Town & Country Convertible
A pet project of Lee Iacocca, the LeBaron Town & Country convertible didn’t sell in large numbers, but it generated publicity for the struggling automaker, as he knew it would. Continue reading