Also in 1960, the first alternator was used in a production car. Although alternators had been used extensively in vehicles like taxis, police cars and other vehicles with numerous gadgets and accessories, installing an alternator in a family car like the Chrysler Variant was a first. Some indus...
In design, the outstanding feature of the 1951 model year was the popularity and extension of the “hardtop convertible” introduced in 1950 models. Not convertible in the true sense of the word, these cars embodied the racy lines of a convertible while retaining a fixed steel top. This body...
In 1986. This is the tale of a bona fide legend Read more The story of the famous Porsche Pepita fabric It’s not just a celebrated Porsche design classic, it’s also one of the most famous patterns in the automotive world, with many decades of history. This is the story of the ...
These famous movie cars have influenced generations, inspired car culture, and become the stuff of every kid's dreams.
The Lambda was the first with this weight-saving engineering and decades ahead of other carmakers. The Lambda also broke new ground with its independent front suspension system, and was the first automaker to use a V4 engine. Lancia would use V4 engines in cars through the 1960s. Advertisemen...
Visit the 1950s, 1960s & 1970s Music, TV, Pop History, Fashion, Slang, Cars, TV Westerns and so much more. Tons of pics, info and interesting facts, read more..
In the 1960s, there was a launch of new sports cars because the market continued to expand. The Jaguar E-Type debuted in 1961 and remained in production for an astounding 14 years. The Mercedes-Benz SL also entered its second generation in 1963. Then, in 1964, Porsche replaced their 356...
The Cars are an American rock band that merged 1960s power pop, 1970s glam rock, and music video innovation to become one of the iconic acts in new wave music.
Photo: Museums like Wheels of Yesteryear, pictured here, teach us that the history of cars has evolved through shifts in fashion and culture and as well as improvements in technology. Photograph courtesy of Carol M. Highsmith's America Project in the Carol M. Highsmith Archive, Library of ...
Over 100 classic Mercedes-Benz owners and a wealth of spectators made the trek to the Northern New Jersey Mercedes-Benz Club’s 60th annual “June Jamboree” car show, hosted by the Bridgewater Manor in Bridgewater, NJ. Vehicles competed in 13 classes of … Continue reading → More Galleries...