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April 26, 1948 – Ford begins 1949 model production featuring first post war Big 3 Design
At the time World War II broke out the auto industry was pushing many revolutionary ideas. Among them, Studebaker released its first car with…
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Is Restoring a Classic Car Worth Your Time and Investment?
Some people love their rides just like their babies. These are not just cars or bikes for them, but they have a sentimental attachment…
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The Reasons Behind the Rise of Electric Vehicles
Electric vehicles, also commonly described as EVs, are powered purely by a battery, create almost zero noise pollution and do not require gas. They’re…
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February 13, 1991 – Production of the retro Nissan Figaro is announced
On the heels of the BE-1, S-Cargo and PAO, on February 13, 1991, Nissan announced a fourth car would be added to its stable…
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How to Choose the Right Car Seat for Maximum Safety on the Road
As a parent, your priority is ensuring your child’s safety while on the road. Choosing the right car seat for your child is one…
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Cash for Clunkers in California: Economic Benefits and Environmental Debate
The Cash for Clunkers program, officially titled the Car Allowance Rebate System (CARS), was designed to stimulate economic activity by incentivizing vehicle owners to…
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January 10, 2020 – Bullitt Mustang sells for $3.74 million
There are some cars that just leave a mark on society. Then there’s the 1968 Ford Mustang driven by Steve McQueen in the film…
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November 10, 2020 – BMW releases new flying vehicle footage
This may not be a flying car, but what BMW is doing is for airborne vehicles is incredible. In this video from BMW, “Wingsuit…
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October 24, 1979 – The death of automotive designer Carlo Abarth
Carlo Abarth, originally known as Karl Albert Abarth, was an Italian automobile designer whose remarkable journey in the automotive industry left an indelible mark…
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What Happened to Metallica Bassist Cliff Burton? The 1986 Bus Crash That Shocked the Band
On September 27, 1986, at the height of Metallica’s early rise following the release of Master of Puppets, the band suffered a devastating loss…
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September 13, 2004 – Oprah gives away 276 free cars
“You get a car! And you get a car! Everybody gets a car!” The moment Oprah gave away 276 Pontiac G6 sedans to her…
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August 8, 2018 – The ten millionth Ford Mustang
On this day in 2018 Ford Motor Company celebrated the production of the ten millionth Mustang, America’s best selling sports car of the last…
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August 7, 1937 – Auburn Automobile Company closes
The Auburn Automobile Company of Auburn, Indiana grew out of a horse-drawn carriage business founded in 1874 by Charles Eckhart. His sons began automobile…
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July 5, 1869 – Reports of first car in Prince Edward Island, Canada published
Littered on the Internet are reports of a Reverend Georges-Antoine Belcourt displaying a Ware Steam Carriage, the first car on Prince Edward Island in…
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June 2, 1970 – Bruce McLaren dies in crash at age 32
Bruce McLaren was a legendary figure in the world of motorsport, renowned for his exceptional talent as a racing driver, engineer, and team owner.…
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Top 5 Craigslist Cars – Week of May 1, 2023
This week’s Top 5 classic Craigslist cars for sale is a project vehicle edition. We span decades and continents to bring you this list.…
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April 24, 1918 – The first tank vs. tank battle occurs in war
A different sort of automotive machine made history when the Second Battle of Villers-Bretonneux broke out near Amiens in northern France on this day…
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April 14, 1927 – The first Volvo leaves the assembly line
Though the Volvo name first appeared in 1915 as a subsidiary of Swedish bearing manufacturer SKF, more than a decade would pass before it…