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Category Archives: Design
JF Launier’s ’64 Buick Riviera, the 2014 Ridler Award Winner
As promised, here’s an in-depth look at Rivision, JF Launier’s sensational Ridler Award winner for 2014, with 33 detailed photos. Continue reading
JF Launier’s 1964 Buick Riviera wins the 2014 Ridler Award
Breaking news: The stunning ’64 Riviera of JF Launier is the worthy recipient of the 2014 Ridler Award at the Detroit Autorama. Click here for the full story including a giant photo gallery.
Great 8 chosen at the 2014 Detroit Autorama
Rushed to your digital doorstep, here are the Pirelli Great 8 finalists for the Ridler Award at the 2014 Detroit Autorama. 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
More lost marques of Chrysler
As promised, here’s another batch of long-lost Chrysler brands—from the familiar to the obscure. How many do you recognize? Continue reading
Ford celebrates 80 years of the ute
They’re part car, part pickup truck, and totally Australian. This week, Ford is celebrating the 80th birthday of the distinctive body style called the Utility Coupe—you know it as the Ute. Continue reading