Dodge recorded a banner year in 1955 as sales jumped 78 percent, largely thanks to Virgil Exner’s exciting Forward Look styling theme. Continue reading
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A Completely Different Kind of Disc Brake: 1949 Chrysler
In 1949, the Chrysler Corporation introduced a new disc brake system, but it was nothing like the disc brakes we know today. Here’s how it worked. Continue reading
Video: The Solid Plymouth For 1960
Here’s a great color video that showcases all the neat and novel features offered on the 1960 Plymouth. Continue reading
Chrysler’s New Twist: 1957 Torsion Bar Suspension
In 1957, the Chrysler Corporation separated itself from the Motor City herd by offering torsion-bar suspension in all its car divisions across the board. Here’s a closer look. Continue reading
The 1960 Scandal That Nearly Took Down the Chrysler Corporation
It’s been said that just like the proverbial cat, Chrysler has led nine lives. The carmaker surely gave up a few of them in the 1960-62 debacle. Continue reading
The Ultimate K-Car: 1983-86 Chrysler Executive Limousine
Chrysler’s versatile K-car platform allowed the carmaker to produce almost countless variations, including even a stretch limo. Continue reading
Video: 1963 Plymouth On The Move!
For 1963, Plymouth advertising featured the tagline, “On the move!” And for the rest of the ’60s, Mopar would be second to none on the horsepower front. Continue reading