History

Everyone knows Nikola Tesla as the mad genius with lightning shooting from his hands. Fewer know about Wardenclyffe Tower, the massive wooden structure he built on Long Island in 1901. This wasn’t a vanity project.

Porsche’s new Cayenne Electric will come with something that feels futuristic. Wireless charging. No more cables. No plug-in gymnastics. Just park and juice up. Cool, right? Sure. But here’s the kick in the teeth.

The Maybach Typ Zeppelin Doppel-Sechs 8 Liter (DS8) Stromlinien, built between 1932 and 1935, is a striking example of pre-war automotive luxury and engineering excellence crafted by Maybach in collaboration with the coachbuilder Spohn.

On June 23, 1971, the high-octane drama Le Mans roared onto cinema screens, forever joining Steve McQueen’s love affair with racing and film. At the time, McQueen was not just another Hollywood heartthrob—he was the King of Cool, an icon burned into the p...

The fact that we still call something truly great or impressive a “Duesy” today says a lot about the lasting impact of the Duesenberg Model J. Frederick and August (Augie) Duesenberg are famous for this legendary car, but their roots were in racing. Their...

Though the show car was clothed in coupe coachwork by Frua, Allemano was designated as the series coachbuilder and characteristically penned a more formal closed body.

Avions Voisin didn’t just change its name—it reshaped its whole destiny. The times were tough, and that brilliant sleeve-valve engine they’d been known for?

Chrysler's 1931 CG Imperial was a landmark in automotive engineering and luxury, crafted to rival premier marques such as Packard, Pierce Arrow, Lincoln, and Cadillac.

In an automotive career of tremendous ups and downs, including an in-and-out relationship with Henry Ford, Henry Leland founded not one but two luxury brands.

In the world of motorsports, few eras have left as indelible a mark as the infamous Group B era of rally racing.

The 24 Hours of Le Mans is one of the most prestigious endurance races in the world, and in 1965, it witnessed an iconic moment in automotive history.

Some cars are built to last, but Irv Gordon’s 1966 Volvo 1800S took that idea to a whole new level. This unassuming red coupe didn’t just rack up a lot of miles—it became the most driven car in history, covering more than 5 million kilometers (that’s abou...

The Petermax Müller world record car is a true legend in the world of motorsport, especially among Volkswagen and Porsche enthusiasts. This unique machine isn’t just a pretty face—it’s a record-breaker, holding no fewer than eight world records and an imp...

Genuine unrestored Type 87 7 'Kommandeurwagen'—sometimes also called the Type 98 'Kriegskafer'—is a rare and fascinating piece of World War II automotive history. This vehicle stands out not just for its looks, but for its unique blend of engineering and...

The story of the Alfa Romeo T33/2 chassis number 015 is a remarkable tale of racing pedigree, international intrigue, and survival against the odds—a journey that has taken it from the heart of Italian motorsport to the wilds of Africa, and soon, to the a...

AC Cars, originally known as Auto Carriers Ltd., holds a unique place in British automotive history as one of the country’s oldest independent car manufacturers. Founded in the early 20th century, AC Cars quickly established a reputation for producing dis...