A Look Back at the History of the American Automobile
Michael Schlee
With the American Auto Industry in a crisis like it has never faced before, I thought we could take a look back at the past 100 years of American Vehicles to see the highlights (and lowlights) of an industry on the edge of collapse.
1956 Chevrolet Bel Air
This is a new feature that will become a regular segment for this blog.
A Look Back at the History of the American Automobile
By Michael Schlee
With the American Auto Industry in a crisis like it has never faced before, I thought we could take a look back at the past 100 years of American Vehicles to see the highlights (and lowlights) of an industry on the edge of collapse.
This is a new feature that will become a regular segment for this blog.
1999 Mercury Cougar
Key Developments 1999:
- Chrysler Corporation kills off its division Eagle. The cancellation is due to poor sales.
- Ford buys Volvo’s automotive arm, adding another luxury brand to its portfolio.
- Ford unveils new options such as back-up warning sensors and power adjustable pedals.
- Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight and Buick Rivera are in their last year with General Motors.
A Look Back at the History of the American Automobile
By Michael Schlee
With the American Auto Industry in a crisis like it has never faced before, I thought we could take a look back at the past 100 years of American Vehicles to see the highlights (and lowlights) of an industry on the edge of collapse.
1972 Ford Torino
This is a new feature that will become a regular segment for this blog.
Wider IS Better!
By Michael Schlee
Not too long ago a 245mm width tire was deemed large. However, things have gotten out of hand today as car manufacturers push for wider and wider rubber.
Photo: Michael Schlee
Even the Smart Car can come with a 215/35R17. So, it seems that to make and impression, and possibly grip, with your ultra-performance car today, you need at least a 300mm width series tire.
The Corvette Club of Ontario is running a display honouring….guess what….the Corvette.
By Michael Schlee
Photo: Michael Schlee
Along with many of the clubs personal classics, GM has been kind enough to lend a few Corvettes from their heritage museum. This includes an original 1953 Corvette, a 1997 Corvette featuring serial #00001 and two historic concepts.
