Stories
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November 11, 1978 – The Dukes of Hazzard films iconic jump
On the campus of Oxford College in Alabama, “The Dukes of Hazzard” crew filmed the iconic General Lee jump that takes place in the…
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Check out this running & driving cheap hot rod: less than $3,000!
Crazy deal alert! Finding any car that is running and driving for under $3,000 is nearly impossible these days. But getting your hands on…
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November 9, 1960 – McNamara becomes president of Ford
When Robert Strange McNamara was serving in the US Air Force during WWII, he made a strong impression on his colonel, Charles “Tex” Thornton.…
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November 8, 1989 – Infiniti is founded
Nissan’s luxury car division Infiniti launched on this day in 1989, the same year that Toyota launched its upscale Lexus brand. The original lineup…
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November 7, 1940 – The Tacoma Narrows Bridge collapses
When the Tacoma Narrows Bridge opened to traffic on July 1, 1940, it was the world’s third longest suspension bridge by main span. Within…
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November 6, 1988 – The first Polish Victory Lap
NASCAR racer Alan Kulwicki, who is of Polish decent, introduced the world to the Polish victory lap on this day in 1988 after winning…
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November 4, 1938 – Ford Motor Company debuts Mercury
Ford Motor Company unveiled its new mid-priced automobile brand Mercury on this day in 1938 at a public showing in Grosse Pointe, Michigan. Championed…
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November 3, 1911 – Chevrolet is founded
William Durant and Louis Chevrolet officially found the Chevrolet Motor Company on this day in 1911. Those also involved with the creation of the…
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November 1, 1955 – Studebaker Hawk line is introduced
Studebaker introduced the Hawk on this day in 1955 for the 1956 model year. Described as a “family sports car,” the line included the…
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October 30, 1970 – Toyota Celica debuts
During the 1970 Tokyo Motor Show, which opened on this day in 1970, Toyota unveil a new production sports car, the Toyota Celica. The…
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October 26, 1909 – General Motors buys Cartercar
Byron Carter founded Cartercar in Jackson, Michigan in 1905, but moved the company moved to Detroit the following year. He again shifted locations, settling…
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70s Shaggin’ Wagon – 1974 Dodge Tradesman Shorty Van
Are you looking to live that van life? Perhaps this 1974 Dodge Tradesman is the ride you’ve been dreaming of. No, it’s not a…