Stories
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This Day in Automotive History: May 1
Today’s automotive history lesson explores Nelson Motor Co., Ford’s 40 hour work week, MG’s logo and Mazda’s new name.
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Which Car Beat Ferrari at Le Mans in 1966? The Full Story of Ford vs Ferrari
In 1966, Ford Motor Company defeated Ferrari at the 24 Hours of Le Mans with the Ford GT40 Mk II, securing its first overall…
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This Day in Automotive History: April 30
Today’s history lesson explores Dodge, Land Rover and the Mazda RX-7.
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Rare Muscle Cars You’ve (Probably) Never Seen in Person
Muscle cars are often defined by the legends—the GTO, the Chevelle SS, the Charger. But beyond the icons, there’s a deeper layer of machines…
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The COPO Camaro: The Muscle Car That Wasn’t Supposed to Exist
“This car wasn’t supposed to exist.” That’s not marketing hype—it’s the literal truth behind the Chevrolet COPO Camaro. In the late 1960s, General Motors…
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This Day in Automotive History: April 29
1915 – Chevrolet Introduces the Model 490 In 1915, Chevrolet introduced the Chevrolet Model 490, named for its affordable $490 price tag. Designed to…
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True Story of Doc Hudson: Herb Thomas & The Fabulous Hudson Hornets
It’s February 11, 1951, and 10,000 spectators have lined the sands of the Daytona Beach and Road Course to cheer on 54 young men…
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Why Doesn’t the U.S. Get Chinese Cars Like BYD? Will it Ever Change?
Walk through an auto show in Europe or Asia today and you’ll see a wave of new brands—sleek electric sedans, tech-heavy SUVs, and price…
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AI, EVs, and Augmented Reality: Inside the Auto Repair Shop of Tomorrow
Back in the day, the hum of an engine used to define the repair bay. Grease-stained clipboards, rows of wrenches, and the sound of…
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Ferruccio Lamborghini: The Man Who Built a Rival to Ferrari (Born April 28, 1916)
Ferruccio Lamborghini was born on April 28, 1916, in Renazzo di Cento, Italy, into a farming family. From an early age, he showed a…
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This Day in Automotive History: April 28
1916 – Ferruccio Lamborghini Is Born On April 28, 1916, Ferruccio Lamborghini was born in Italy. Originally a manufacturer of tractors, Lamborghini would go…
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Who Was Georges Besse? The Renault CEO Assassinated at His Front Door
Renault CEO Georges Besse was assassinated in 1986, representing one of automotive history’s darkest days.