Who Invented the Internal Combustion Engine? (April 3, 1885)
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In the early 1880s, Gottlieb Daimler and Wilhelm Maybach started developing what would become known
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What happened to pop up headlights?
April 3, 2026
For decades, starting as far back as the 1930s when Cord filed for a patent,
Who Started Chrysler? (April 2, 1875)
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After a long stint as a mechanic and machinist who worked his way up in
April 1, 1932 – Franklin introduces its V12
April 1, 2026
Founded in Syracuse, New York, at the turn of the 20th Century, Franklin is best
March 31, 1998 – NASCAR pioneer and champ Tim Flock dies
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Julius Timothy (Tim) Flock, a pioneering NASCAR driver, passed away at the age of 73
When Did Porsche Build its Last Aircooled Car? (March 30, 1998)
March 30, 2026
Since its founding in 1948, Porsche had been a stalwart supporter of air-cooled engines. That
Who was the first person to go 200 mph? (March 29, 1927)
March 29, 2026
On this day in 1927, residents of Daytona Beach, Florida, rose to clear, sunny skies.
March 28, 1941 – Construction begins at Ford’s Willow Run
March 28, 2026
Construction of Ford Motor Company’s WIllow Run manufacturing plant began on this day in 1941.
Ferry Porsche Should be Given More Credit (March 27, 1998)
March 27, 2026
Ferry Porsche, born Ferdinand Anton Ernst Porsche on September 19, 1909, is the eldest son
Who Designed New York’s Bridges? (March 26, 1879)
March 26, 2026
Othmar Ammann may not be a familiar name to most, but if you live in
One Guy Designed Corvettes and Mustangs (March 25, 1930)
March 25, 2026
Lawrence Kiyoshi Shinoda was born on March 25, 1930, in Los Angeles, California. A gifted
How to Find and Buy a Classic Car: Best Places, Pricing, and Car Shipping Tips
March 25, 2026
Classic cars. If you’re looking to find and buy a classic vehicle, you’ll need to
Chasing 200 MPH: How the 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona Changed Motorsports History
March 24, 2026
Buddy Baker arrived at Alabama International Motor Speedway on March 24, 1970 after a morning
March 23, 1968 – The Lincoln Continental Mark III is introduced
March 23, 2026
Hoping to woo race fans at the 12 Hours of Sebring, Lincoln introduced their new
Who Built the Hummer First? (March 22, 1983)
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In 1979, the U.S. Army drafted specifications for a High Mobility Multipurpose Wheeled Vehicle, or
March 21, 1960 – Ayrton Senna, F1 Champ, is born
March 21, 2026
Ayrton Senna da Silva, born on March 21, 1960, in São Paulo, Brazil, emerged as
March 20, 1988 – End of production for the Pontiac Fiero
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The last Pontiac Fiero left the assembly line on this day in 1988. The mid-engined
March 19, 1999 – Ford establishes Premier Automotive Group
March 19, 2026
Ford Motor Company’s Premier Automotive Group (PAG) was established on March 19, 1999, marking a
Who Invented the Diesel Engine? The Story of Rudolf Diesel (March 18, 1858)
March 18, 2026
On this day in 1858 Rudolf Diesel, would later patent the type of engine by
March 17, 2006 – The last Chevrolet SSR is built
March 17, 2026
On March 17, 2006, Chevrolet built the last example of one of the most unconventional
March 16, 2013 – Mini Paceman goes on sale
March 16, 2026
The MINI Paceman, introduced to the US market on March 16, 2013, stands as a
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