Stories
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December 4, 1955 – József Galamb, Designer of the Ford Model T, dies
The answer to the question, who built the Model T, is not simple. Sure, you could say Ford Motor Company, and you wouldn’t be…
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December 1, 1928 – Duesenberg Model J debut
On this day in 1928 Duesenberg unveiled the Model J at the New York Auto Show. The Duesenberg Model J debut marked the first…
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November 30, 1960 – The last DeSoto
Less than a week after Chrysler acquired Dodge Brothers, it debuted its new mid-priced DeSoto line for 1929. The two brands gave Chrysler two…
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November 29, 1906 – Lancia is founded
A group of Fiat racing drivers, including Vincenzo Lancia and his friend Claudio Fogolin, founded Lancia & C. Fabbrica Automobili on this day in…
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November 28, 1980 – Yugo production begins
The legendary, yet often ridiculed Zastava Yugo began to move down a Yugoslavian assembly line on this day in 1980. While the car may…
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Black Friday Deals: 5 Great Gift Watches for Auto Enthusiasts & Gear Heads
When it comes to cars, nothing pairs quite as well as a watch. Whether you’re at the track, driving for pleasure, or wrenching in…
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November 27, 1901 – Clement Studebaker, wagon builder and auto pioneer, passes away
Clement Studebaker, co-founder of the iconic Studebaker Corporation, passed away on November 27, 1901, leaving behind a legacy of innovation and entrepreneurial spirit that…
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November 26, 1969 – Nissan exports one millionth car from Japan
In a momentous achievement, Nissan Motor Company reached a historic milestone on November 26, 1969, as it proudly announced the export of its one…
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Sultan of Brunei Car Collection Photos Leaked!
Wow! Whether you’re a passive auto enthusiast or a diehard gear head, chances are you’ve heard of the legendary car collection owned by the…
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November 25, 1949 – The 1,000,000th Cadillac
On this day in 1949, a 1949 Cadillac Coupe de Ville rolled off the assembly line, marking the 1,000,000th Cadillac to be manufactured since…
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November 24, 2006 – Lewis Hamilton is announced as new McLaren F1 driver
On this day in 2006 McLaren announced it had selected 21-year-old to be its next Formula One driver. As a rookie, Hamilton would race…
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Rare 1955 Mercedes Truck for Sale
This 1955 Mercedes-Benz 170 S-D Diesel pickup truck appears to be an exceptionally rare find, blending historical significance with unique utility. While the 170…