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 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…
In 1953, Ford’s truck campaign introduced a humorous approach to highlight a significant selling point—the redesigned and modernized cab featured in the major truck lines. This new cab, humorously referred…
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…
Explore the 1966 Ford Falcon, overshadowed by its Mustang sibling despite a facelift. Limited engines and practicality defined its era, as seen in this nostalgic Ford attempt to revive excitement…
Look into how the Continental Mark II was marketed from 1956 to 1957. TV wasn’t a big part of that plan. Instead, Ford used high-end print ads, like the Mark…
The Maverick nameplate first emerged in the 1970s on a compact car offered in North America and Brazil. The Maverick debuted as a two-door coupe in the wake of the Ford Mustang,…
Aerodynamics and square shapes do not get along. A flat surface does not cut through the air with great efficiency. In the great quest for improved efficiency, it’s a simple…
Back in the day, getting behind the wheel of an SUV meant resigning yourself to a boring journey in a comfortable but slow-moving hauler. That’s no longer the case because…
The popular Ford Edge has been a mainstay of the family SUV market in America, fusing luxury and refinement with tough SUV appearance and power. However, the Edge is starting…
Choosing a project car is a difficult task. Budget, build objectives, availability of the parts, and rarity of the car are just a few of the many factors to consider….