This load of three new 1930 Model “A” Fords is on a semi-trailer manufactured by the Taylor Truck-a-Way Co. of Los Angeles, CA. At the time, a rig of this type was used for local and regional transport, and long-distance transport of… Read More ›
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Biggest Auto Show Of All – The Detroit Auto Show at Cobo Hall — The Old Motor
Today’s feature is a series of photos of the 1960 Detroit Auto Show that was held at the new Cobo Hall on November 14, 1960. The facility was built on the shores of the Detroit River in the southwestern portion… Read More ›
Truckloads of 1936 Fords Arrive at Holzbaugh’s Detroit Ford Dealership — The Old Motor
According to the source of today’s lead photo, it was taken in January of 1936 when truckloads of new 1936 Ford cars were being unloaded at George Holzbaugh’s Dealership. The operation was open 24-hours a day and located at West… Read More ›
Budd Manufacturing Co. all Steel Bodies for Dodge Brothers Cars — Reblog from The Old Motor
The Edward G. Budd Manufacturing Company began operations in Philadelphia, PA, in 1912 manufacturing pressed steel stampings, automobile bodies, and parts. It was the fulfillment of Budd’s goal to produce all-steel automobile bodies that were more durable, stronger, less expensive… Read More ›
Salvage Yard Photos from the EPA Documerica Project — The Old Motor
The Documerica Project began in the early-1970s after the start of a national movement to clean up the environment, and after President Nixon directed the US government to form the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency.) Over one-hundred photographers were hired by… Read More ›
Watch this Chevrolet Knee’s in Action – The Old Motor
Good article from The Old Motor on the 1930’s Chevrolet “Knee Action” suspension Today’s lead image dated to November 6, 1934, by the source, shows either a 1934 or ’35 Chevrolet “Knee-Action” promotional car equipped with it parked in front… Read More ›
Fordite: Beauty Left Behind On Automakers Paint Lines – The Old Motor
Great article from The Old Motor about the remnants from old automotive paint lines that have become works of art. Read the article here
Get Out and Get Under: 1934 Ford Phaeton Images Shot in 1945 — The Old Motor
“Get Out and Get Under” is a term used since the early days of motoring when roadside under car repairs were necessary which fits in well with the lead image. 252 more words via Get Out and Get Under: 1934 Ford… Read More ›
Gas Station Series: Shell “Green Streak” – A Unique Fuel Pump and Oil Dispenser — The Old Motor
Today’s lead image contains a view of filling station attendant A.I. Norrell and a gentleman posing at a modern Shell facility located in San Diego, California. 221 more words via Gas Station Series: Shell “Green Streak” – A Unique Fuel Pump… Read More ›
Post-War Ford Flathead V-8 Engine Rebuilder Shop Tour Part 3 – The Old Motor
Part three of the interesting photo essay article highlighting the behind the scenes activity at a Post War Flathead rebuilder The article can be found here