June 17, 1981 – The final Mercedes-Benz 600 is built
June 17, 2024
The last Mercedes-Benz 600 (W100) rolled off the assembly line on this day in automotive history – June 17, 1981.
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June 16, 2003 – Ford GT debuts
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On June 16, 2003, Ford Motor Company unveiled a car that would captivate automotive enthusiasts and pay homage to a
June 15, 1911 – The electric starter is patented
June 15, 2024
The name Charles Kettering may not ring any bells unless you are familiar with Kettering University in Flint, Michigan, but
June 14, 2021 – Honda unveils 11th gen Civic
June 14, 2024
On June 14, 2021, Honda proudly introduced the production version of the 11th generation Honda Civic, marking another significant milestone
June 13, 1953 – Tony Rolt and Duncan Hamilton win 24 Hours of Le Mans, apparently drunk
June 13, 2024
One of the most fantastic tales in auto sports history was born on this day in 1953 when British racers
June 12, 1971 – The last Lincoln Mark III
June 12, 2024
When Ford president Lee Iacocca told Design Vice President Gene Bordinat to “put a Rolls Royce grille on a Thunderbird”
June 11, 1986 – Ferris Bueller’s Day Off premiers, Ferrari steals the show
June 11, 2024
The American cult classic film Ferris Bueller’s Day Off premiered on this day in 1986, featuring a 1961 Ferrari in
June 10, 1947 – The Original Saab debuts
June 10, 2024
On this day in 1947, Swedish airplane manufacturer Saab AB introduced the press to their first prototype automobile at the
June 9, 1898 – The oldest winning F1 driver is born
June 9, 2024
Luigi Fagioli, the oldest driver to ever win a Formula One race, was born on this day in 1898 in
June 8, 1948 – The first Porsche debuts
June 8, 2024
On this day in 1948, a significant event took place in the history of Porsche cars—the debut of the Porsche
June 7, 1992 – NASCAR founder Bill France Sr. dies
June 7, 2024
America’s prohibition era surely fueled the rise of NASCAR, but it took one man to make it official. Drivers who
June 6, 2023 – BMW Motorrad Unveils the M 1000 XR Prototype
June 6, 2024
On June 6, 2023, BMW Motorrad announced the M 1000 XR prototype, showcasing the latest addition to its prestigious M
June 4, 1959 – American Honda Motor Company is established
June 4, 2024
On June 4, 1959, in the bustling city of Los Angeles, American Honda Motor Company, Inc. was founded, marking a
June 3, 1864 – The founder of Oldsmobile is born
June 3, 2024
Ransom Eli Olds, the founder of Oldsmobile, was born on this day in 1864 in Geneva, Ohio. He originally found
June 1, 1905 – Emile Delahaye, pioneer of the French automotive industry, dies
June 1, 2024
Emile Delahaye was born on October 16, 1843, in Tours, France. A skilled engineer, Delahaye’s early career was marked by
May 31, 2023 – 2024 Porsche Cayenne is unveiled
May 31, 2024
On this day in automotive history in 2023, Porsche unveiled the 2024 Cayenne, marking an exciting update for the iconic
May 30, 1967 – The Mazda Cosmo is introduced
May 30, 2024
On May 30, 1967, the automotive world was introduced to a revolutionary vehicle: the Mazda Cosmo. Known in Japan as
May 29, 2018 – Kyle Busch becomes the first to win on every active NASCAR track
May 29, 2024
On May 29, 2018, NASCAR driver Kyle Busch made history at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Driving a Toyota Camry, Busch
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