Ford’s Mack Avenue plant is a historical icon, but much of the popular lore surrounding it is wrong—including where it was located and what it really looked like. Here’s a more accurate version, we hope. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Video: NASCAR racing on Daytona Beach in 1952
Now here’s some wild racing action. Check out this bright, clear color footage of the Sportsman and Modified event on the Daytona Beach course in 1952.
Four more forgotten Detroit-built cars
Here’s yet another assortment of long-forgotten automotive makes that originated in the Motor City, but with a twist: This time, we’ll let the artists tell the story. Continue reading
Video: a tribute to William Clay Ford
With rare photos and film footage, this short video from Ford Motor Company offers a special glimpse into the life and work of William Clay Ford, who passed away earlier this week at the age of 88. Continue reading
2014 Detroit Autorama preview: All the Ridler Award winners, 1964-2013
The Detroit Autorama, America’s great indoor hot rod show, happens this weekend. As a warmup for the event, Mac’s Motor City Garage presents all the Ridler Award winners in history, 1964 through 2013. Continue reading
Video: Corvette Museum rescue
Here’s a quick video summary of the vehicle recovery operations at the National Corvette Museum. Continue reading
Video: Test–driving the Chrysler Turbine Ghia
Here’s a treat: a rare factory promotional film from 1963 showing the beautiful Chrysler Turbine Ghia in action at the Chelsea Proving Grounds. Watch this. Continue reading