It’s been said before: The future isn’t what it used to be. In this period newsreel, we get a sneak preview of the exciting new cars of the future for 1948. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Video: Selling the 1932 Fords
Here’s a sweet little period film promoting the exciting new Ford lineup for 1932. The Deuce never looked more sporty and elegant—have a look. Continue reading
Two-wheeled crazy: automobile engines in motorcycles
Few vehicles generate as much awe and mystique as the car-engined motorcycle. Here are a few memorable examples. Continue reading
Video: Beany’s Drive-In, Long Beach 1952
Presenting a car spotter’s dream from 1952: wonderful home movie footage, in beautiful color, of a drive-in hamburger stand in Long Beach, California. This is Americana on wheels, folks. Check it out. Continue reading
Video: A Deep Dive into the 1937 Plymouth
Here’s one of the best old promotional films we’ve run across—a ten-minute demonstration of the 1937 Plymouth. If you’re into auto history, you’ll find a lot to enjoy here. Continue reading
Video: Crazy 1932 Terraplane flying stunt
Is there anything these lunatics won’t do to sell a car? The answer to that question is provided in this amazing 1932 film short. Watch this. Continue reading
A minor Packard mystery
REVISED AND UPDATED — Here’s a familiar photo in auto history: the 1956 Packard Predictor, the fabulous showboat built by Ghia. Except that’s definitely not Ghia headquarters in the background. Hmm. Let’s take a closer look.