On December 12, 2004, General Motors announced that its Oldsmobile division—one of the oldest and most historically significant car brands in the United States—would be permanently phased out. The ...

Each week in automotive history tells a story of innovation, ambition, and the shifting tides of industry. December 7 through 13 is no exception, offering a glimpse into moments that shaped both ...

Magazines have played a pivotal role in the evolution of car culture, from the early days of the automotive industry to the present. They’ve not only shaped design trends and consumer behavior but ...

On January 27, 1965, Carroll Shelby, the legendary racer and designer, launched the first Shelby GT350 based off of 1965 Ford Mustang fastbacks, and named after the designer and World War II aircraft.

American Motors Corporation was an absolute mess by the mid-1980s, and its financial problems in the U.S. market were compounded by infighting at its European corporate parent, Renault, where ...

Automotive technology is at a fascinating place right now. We've got fully connected cars, a plethora of automakers all vying to lead the field in terms of autonomous driving, and more tech than we ...

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