1956: Unveiling the Two-Ford Family Marketing Strategy
As the echoes of World War II faded, Ford Motor Company astutely recognized a seismic demographic shift. The surge of families from cities to suburbs, coupled with a growing number…
Car Culture
Revolutionary Design: Studebaker’s 1950-51 Aero Nose Takes the Spotlight
In the early 1950s, Studebaker introduced the distinctive “Aero Nose” design, a brainchild of Raymond Loewy and executed by stylist Bob Bourke. This radical styling, inspired by aviation, featured a…
Jack Chrisman’s Comet: Pioneering the World of Funny Cars
A true pioneer in the drag racing world, Jack Chrisman was instrumental in making the “funny car” movement a reality. His ’64/’65 Mercury Comet was a lightweight participant in the…
A Christmas Story: Cars in the Spotlight
In “A Christmas Story,” the creators carefully shape a nostalgic setting, evoking the late ’30s and early ’40s. Jean Shepherd, a true car enthusiast, infuses his love for automobiles into…
Inside Detroit’s Velour Era: Life in a Trombone Case
The 1970s marked the peak of the velour era in car interiors, driven by advancements in textile technology and the availability of low-cost, durable polyesters. This trend extended across various…
1959 Ford: Glamorous Fashion Runway Display
At the 1958 Brussels World’s Fair, Ford showcased its 1959 models in a fashion show at the U.S. Pavilion, where the cars received a gold medal from the Comité Français…
Chevrolet Bel Air: The Dawn of 1950
The 1950 Bel Air, officially named the Styleline Deluxe Bel Air Coupe, brought a touch of glamor to Chevrolet’s lineup with its new pillarless hardtop body style. Sharing its roof…
Revival of the Buick Riviera: 1977-78 Edition
The 1977-78 Buick Riviera, though a high-priced luxury vehicle, struggled to stand out in terms of distinctive styling, blending in with the entry-level LeSabre. Built on GM’s downsized B-body platform,…
The Iconic 1969 Pontiac Commercial: Chain Gang
Step back in time with a 1969 Pontiac commercial that’s more than just an ad; it’s a star-studded spectacle featuring iconic actors from the era. Broderick Crawford, known for Highway…
Cruise into History: The 1962 Pontiac Grand Prix Story!
In 1961, Pontiac changed the way cars performed when they made the Grand Prix, which was a forerunner of the famous GTO. The Grand Prix was more focused on economy…