Stories
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June 5, 1946 – Sir Patrick Head, engineer who revolutionized F1, is born
Sir Patrick Michael Head, a renowned British engineer and co-founder of the Williams Formula One team, is widely regarded as one of the most…
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June 4, 1959 – American Honda Motor Company is established
On June 4, 1959, in the bustling city of Los Angeles, American Honda Motor Company, Inc. was founded, marking a significant milestone in the…
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Not a Manx – But Still a Meyers
Everyone who knows a little bit about car culture from the 1960s and 1970s is familiar with the Meyers Manx dune buggies built on…
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June 3, 1864 – The founder of Oldsmobile is born
Ransom Eli Olds, the founder of Oldsmobile, was born on this day in 1864 in Geneva, Ohio. He originally found the Olds Motor Vehicle…
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June 1, 1905 – Emile Delahaye, pioneer of the French automotive industry, dies
Emile Delahaye was born on October 16, 1843, in Tours, France. A skilled engineer, Delahaye’s early career was marked by his work in mechanical…
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May 31, 2023 – 2024 Porsche Cayenne is unveiled
On this day in automotive history in 2023, Porsche unveiled the 2024 Cayenne, marking an exciting update for the iconic SUV that first broke…
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May 30, 1967 – The Mazda Cosmo is introduced
On May 30, 1967, the automotive world was introduced to a revolutionary vehicle: the Mazda Cosmo. Known in Japan as the Mazda Cosmo Sport…
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May 29, 2018 – Kyle Busch becomes the first to win on every active NASCAR track
On May 29, 2018, NASCAR driver Kyle Busch made history at the Charlotte Motor Speedway. Driving a Toyota Camry, Busch not only claimed victory…
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May 28, 2014 – Google announces plans for self driving car
On May 28, 2014, Google made a groundbreaking announcement: plans for a driverless car with no steering wheel or pedals. This bold vision sparked…
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May 26, 1927 – The 15 millionth Ford
Henry Ford rode shotgun as his son Edsel drove the 15 millionth Ford, a Model T, of course, out of Ford’s Highland Park, Michigan,…
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May 25, 1947 – The original Hyundai is founded
The history of Hyundai Motor Company is a fascinating tale of determination, innovation, and the pursuit of automotive excellence. It all began on this…
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May 24, 1998 – Nissan Announces R34 Skyline
In a monumental announcement on May 24, 1998, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. unveiled the all-new R34 Skyline, marking the tenth generation of this iconic…