Muscle cars are an important piece of American automotive history, but it was short lived. Many think of a muscle car as any car that is fast, but the true definition of a muscle car is an intermediate sized car with a large V8 engine, built between 1965 and 1973. Before 1965, most auto manufacturers mandated that a 330 ci or larger V8 engine could only be put into full size automobiles, but the Pontiac GTO in 1965 broke that rule, sort of. GM management decided to create a “GTO” performance package on the mid sized Pontiac Tempest which included a 389 ci V8, and this was not seen by upper mgmt until it was being sold by the dealers. With over 32,000 Pontiac Tempest GTO’s selling that first year, well above the planned 5,000, and the muscle car era was on.
September 7, 2010
August 2, 2010
Vehicles From Transformers
With the recent films revitalising the series I thought it would be quite a cool idea to list some of the well known characters from the series and actually put down what vehicle they are in the real world.
Optimus Prime
Optimus prime is one if not the most famous transformer of all time simply because he is in charge of the famous Autobots. Since the start of the franchise Prime has been able to turn into pretty much anything he wants, the most famous is the semi truck and this was helped by the films. (more…)
July 11, 2010
Falling Sales For Vehicles In 2010?
2010 is going to be an important year for both cars and vans as it is quite unexpected on whether or not there is going to be a rise or fall in the sales of the motor industry. It has to be said that last year was one of the worst years the motor industry have had in a long time losing out on many profits and jobs. What on earth is going to happen in 2010. (more…)
November 25, 2009
The 5 Most Famous Fictional Cars Of All Time
Over time, the entertainment industry has elevated the popularity of particular brands of vehicles by highlighting some of the fictional rides that have graced the pages of novels, the lyrics of songs, the 30-minute TV show, and the silver screen. Fred and Wilma peddling around in their signature rockmobile, James Bond car chases with their array of “special” features or the Beach Boys bring life to the Little Deuce Coupe, these fictional cars have become a part of our childhood memories.. Throughout the years these 5 cars have gained fame and a place in the hearts of thousands of viewers. (more…)