Nicknamed the “Queen of the Skies” since it first flew, there’s no doubt that the Boeing 747 is one of the most recognizable airplanes of all time. For many years, the Jumbo jet, with its unique upper-deck hump, powerful four engines and immense size, represented international flight for countless people. But the Qantas Boeing 747 […]
Ford’s Forgotten Legends: 12 Models That Left Us Too Soon
Ford’s history isn’t just about manufacturing cars, but about redefining automotive culture across the ages. Some models were dependable comrades while others went on to become style icons that transcended market segments. Eventually, market dynamics and evolving consumer needs made way for the discontinuance of many incredible models, though their presence never truly diminished. The […]
Ford’s Sales Numbers Reveal a Surprising Story
Numbers look kind of bad on the surface, at first read. You hear the titans of industry, the like of the Ford Motor Company, declare a 10.3% decrease in sales during the second quarter for its U.S. Division, and the headlines write themselves. Talking heads take the lectern; analysts frown thoughtfully at their graphs. I’ve […]
Ford F-150’s Four-Decade Reign as Top U.S. Vehicle Ends
In the wide open-changing world of the U.S. Automotive scene some things just “were”. The sky was blue; the grass was green and the F-150 from Ford was the number 1 selling vehicle in the U.S. This reality existed for quite a long time. Not just a vehicle but F-series trucks were sort of cultural […]
10 Oldsmobiles That Became Unexpectedly Awesome Collectibles
Oldsmobile is crammed into the car tale of America and is as appealing to both hardcore fans and ordinary people. I have always felt that it is quite amazing that a brand that began as far back as 1897 is still a topic of discussion nowadays. Ransom E. Olds got this rolling with this actual […]
10 Car Decorations That Make Everyone Think You’re a Jerk
The world of car modifications is really cool because it is where creativity and engineering come together. Every car, on the road can be changed to show the owners personality. People can make changes or big ones to make their car special. A new spoiler or a custom paint job can make a car look […]
Jay Leno Found a Mercedes Worth $10 Million. So Why Was This Gullwing Still Unrestored?
Few things can capture the spirit and excitement of the automotive world quite like a spectacular barn find even more so if that vehicle has been tucked away for many decades and is then uncovered by a gearhead like Jay Leno. That very spirit comes alive for viewers of Jay Leno’s Garage as a magnificent, […]
25% Auto Tariffs Could Raise Car Prices Across the U.S. Market
The current transformation occurring within the auto industry is one of significant economic consequence driven by: trade policy, globalization of supply chains, increasing production costs, and evolving consumer preferences. Indeed, a U.S.-produced car could very well be built of a transmission, engines, batteries, electronics, metals and other parts produced in a number of countries; tariffs […]
These Muscle Cars Had Serious Performance but Were Overshadowed by Mustangs and Camaros
You could easily spend days sorting through the fascinating but all-too-brief story of American muscle cars at best a 10-year sprint from about 1964-74 that sent manufacturers such as the Big Three on an explosive journey toward ever-bigger engines, bigger style and an astounding output of radical body kits, aerodynamic tricks and bespoke factory speed […]
Qantas’s Historic Five-Engine 747 Flight: A Testament to Aviation Ingenuity and Operational Prowess
In 2016, Qantas pulled off something wild flying a Boeing 747 from Sydney to Johannesburg with a spare engine strapped under the wing. That extra motor wasn’t running; it just rode along for the trip. Sure, folks on board might’ve stared at first but this odd look was actually smart planning. Instead of shipping the […]