As the Model T neared the end of its production life, Henry Ford reluctantly made some much-needed improvements to the beloved Tin Lizzie. Continue reading
Category Archives: Auto History
Revolution at Indy: A 1965 Ford Film
Like no other year at the Speedway, the 1965 Indy 500 signaled a changing of the guard. Here’s the story in a well-produced 1965 film. Continue reading
Cocktail Lounge on Wheels: The 1969 Ford Aurora II
Ford called it “a luxury lounge on wheels.” Meet the Aurora II, a customized Ford LTD Country Squre for the 1969 car-show circuit. Continue reading
Ford’s Stepping Stone: The 1962 Super High-Performance 406 V8
Ford’s 406 cubic-inch V8 was around for barely a year, but it helped to set the stage for the automaker’s Total Performance era. Continue reading
Video: How to Drive a Sherman Tank
Mac’s Motor City Garage presents yet another invaluable how-to feature: How to drive a Sherman M4 tank. Continue reading
Two’s Better: The 1907 Carter Two-Engine Car
If one engine is good, two must be better, especially when they break down so often. That was the logic behind the 1907 Carter Two-Engine Car. Continue reading
Video: Bob Hope Introduces the 1960 Buick
See the 1960 Buick, and a nice little fleet of vintage Buicks, too, in this spot starring America’s favorite ham, Bob Hope. Continue reading