August 2, 1987 – Michael Andretti sets average speed record for an Indy race
August 2, 2021
On this day in 1987, Michael Andretti set the average speed record for an entire Indy race at the Marlboro
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August 1, 2007 – I-35 bridge collapses during rush hour
August 1, 2021
During the evening rush hour on this day in 2007, the 40-year-old I-35 Mississippi River Bridge in Minneapolis, Minnesota suddenly
Fast 5 Friday – Detroit Edition
July 30, 2021
This week we’re looking at cars not only built by Detroit area automakers, but reside there to this day. Out
July 28, 1924 – Ferrari racer Luigi Musso is born – with him, a deadly rivalry
July 28, 2021
Italian race car driver and Ferrari team member Luigi Musso was born on this day in 1924 in Rome, Italy.
July 24, 2000 – Fourth generation Dodge Caravan begins production
July 24, 2021
Since Lee Iacocca introduced the Chrsyler minivans for the 1984 model year, the vehicle has earned a reputation for being
Fast 5 Friday – 5 Classic Convertibles under $10K that Run!
July 23, 2021
Here’s a quick look at 5 classic convertibles for sale throughout the US! Each one is linked to their original
Cheap Classic – Driving 1931 Ford Model A Truck – $6,500
July 21, 2021
The Model T was so good for Ford, that when it finally came time to replace it (after 20 years)
Cheap Classic – 1957 Chevrolet Townsman running barn find- $5,000
July 20, 2021
For a long time, Tri-Five Chevrolets were among the most collectible classic cars. While they remain quite popular today, current
Fast 5 Friday: 5 Cool Project Cars For Sale Under $5K
July 16, 2021
We’re starting a new feature called Fast 5 Friday where we’ll seek out great deals for cheap classics around the
July 16, 2006 – Michael Schumacher wins 8th French GP, sets F1 record
July 16, 2021
Michael Schumacher made Formula One history on this day in 2006 when he became the first driver to win the
July 15, 1914 – Dodge Brothers make their last Ford part
July 15, 2021
John Dodge and his younger brother Horace were inseparable as children growing up in Michigan. Little changed in adulthood. Their
July 14, 1955 – VW Karmann Ghia debuts
July 14, 2021
Volkswagen publicly introduced the production version of its new Karmann Ghia on this day in 1955 at the Kasino Hotel
5 Missing Cars Worth Big Bucks that are Waiting to be Found
July 10, 2021
Grab your shovel, we’re going treasure hunting! There’s no sunken ships, buried chests or X’s on maps to guide this
July 9, 1979 – A Renault explodes in attempt to kill Nazi hunters
July 9, 2021
A Renault belonging to famed Nazi hunters Serge and Beate Klarsfeld exploded at their home in France on this day
July 7, 1953 – Subaru is established
July 7, 2021
On this day in 1953 Fuji Heavy Industries Co., Ltd (FHI) established the Subaru brand, which is the name given
July 6, 1851 – Electric motor inventor dies
July 6, 2021
The inventor of the battery powered electric motor, Thomas Davenport, passed away on this day in 1851 at the age
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