
March 26, 1879 – Othmar Ammann, NYC bridge designer, is born
Othmar Ammann may not be a familiar name to most, but if you live in the greater NYC area, you’ve
Othmar Ammann may not be a familiar name to most, but if you live in the greater NYC area, you’ve
The automobile is one of the most transformative inventions of the modern era, shaping industries, economies, and daily life across
Cars that are now considered classic have played a crucial role in shaping the automotive industry, influencing design, engineering, and
Classic station wagons are making a serious comeback, and it’s easy to see why. These vintage haulers combine practicality with
Wow! Whether you’re a passive auto enthusiast or a diehard gear head, chances are you’ve heard of the legendary car
In the heart of every Chevrolet Corvette enthusiast lies a profound appreciation for the perfect marriage of power, precision, and
It was no ordinary Christmas drive for David Turner and Tim Pickhard when they set off on a journey of
It was rush hour on this day in 1967 when the Silver Bridge that spanned the Ohio River between Point
At the beginning of the twentieth century hundreds of companies pumped out newfangled people movers known as automobiles. One of
Belgian driver Camille Jenatzy was a force behind the wheel in the earliest days of auto racing. At the time,
Car-themed games have been popular in the video game industry since game consoles became popular in the late nineties. Whether
Have you ever dreamed of owning one of the top-priced automobiles in the world? Well, it’s expensive, but not impossible.
The Fleetwood Metal Body was an early 20th century automobile coach builder that specialized in applying traditional methods of carriage
J. A. Holden & Co became a leading saddlery in South Australia soon after its founding in 1856. When the
A Split Window Corvette, Shelby GT350 and 2018 Dodge Challenger Demon among the historic vehicles going to the highest bidder
As World War II came to an end, automotive designer Preston Tucker envisioned a brand new vehicle that focused on
Craig Breedlove, driving the jet-powered Spirit of America, established a new land speed record on this day in 1965 when
This may not be a flying car, but what BMW is doing is for airborne vehicles is incredible. In this
The 2008 Formula 1 season was a gripping and closely contested championship that saw Lewis Hamilton secure his first F1
For many automobile enthusiasts, the opportunity to own a classic car like the 1966 Porsche 912 is a dream come
In the heart of every Chevrolet Corvette enthusiast lies a profound appreciation for the perfect marriage of power, precision, and
It was no ordinary Christmas drive for David Turner and Tim Pickhard when they set off on a journey of
It was rush hour on this day in 1967 when the Silver Bridge that spanned the Ohio River between Point
At the beginning of the twentieth century hundreds of companies pumped out newfangled people movers known as automobiles. One of
Belgian driver Camille Jenatzy was a force behind the wheel in the earliest days of auto racing. At the time,
Car-themed games have been popular in the video game industry since game consoles became popular in the late nineties. Whether
Have you ever dreamed of owning one of the top-priced automobiles in the world? Well, it’s expensive, but not impossible.
The Fleetwood Metal Body was an early 20th century automobile coach builder that specialized in applying traditional methods of carriage
J. A. Holden & Co became a leading saddlery in South Australia soon after its founding in 1856. When the
A Split Window Corvette, Shelby GT350 and 2018 Dodge Challenger Demon among the historic vehicles going to the highest bidder
As World War II came to an end, automotive designer Preston Tucker envisioned a brand new vehicle that focused on
Craig Breedlove, driving the jet-powered Spirit of America, established a new land speed record on this day in 1965 when
This may not be a flying car, but what BMW is doing is for airborne vehicles is incredible. In this
The 2008 Formula 1 season was a gripping and closely contested championship that saw Lewis Hamilton secure his first F1
For many automobile enthusiasts, the opportunity to own a classic car like the 1966 Porsche 912 is a dream come
Othmar Ammann may not be a familiar name to most, but if you live in the greater NYC area, you’ve likely been affected by his engineering.
Lawrence Kiyoshi Shinoda was born on March 25, 1930, in Los Angeles, California. A gifted automotive designer, he left an
Ford Motor Company’s Premier Automotive Group (PAG) was established on March 19, 1999, marking a significant milestone in the company’s
On this day in 1858 Rudolf Diesel, would later patent the type of engine by the same name, was born.
On March 17, 2006, Chevrolet built the last example of one of the most unconventional vehicles in its history—the SSR.
The MINI Paceman, introduced to the US market on March 16, 2013, stands as a unique and distinctive member of
When the first car badged as a Porsche hit the road in June of 1948, Ferry Porsche and his father
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