There’s a saying that the only constant is change, and that’s true of the Chevrolet lineup. Wikipedia lists 74 former Chevy production models in the U.S. alone, plus 55 more overseas. It’s inevitable that over a century-plus, some vehicles would go to the great junkyard in the sky. Some are still available at a used […]
Category: Classic Cars
In Motor-Morium: The Beach Boys’ Brian Wilson
Few musicians have had a bigger impact on American automotive culture than Beach Boys mastermind Brian Wilson. While the influential musician is widely lauded for his later, more experimental work on such albums as “Pet Sounds” and “Smile,” it was a steady stream of car-related hits that really thrust the Beach Boys into the mainstream […]
The History and Potential Future of the Toyota Celica
While the general public probably knows Toyota best for making practical commuter cars like the Corolla and Prius, auto enthusiasts know that the Japanese automaker has a fun side, too. Toyota’s history of making performance cars designed to deliver thrills stretches back much further than the official creation of the company’s Gazoo Racing division in […]
BMW’s High-Performance History and Supercar Future
With over 60 years of sports car success to its name, drivers can trust BMW to produce a thrilling ride. While the brand’s M Series offerings have helped to expand BMW’s high-performance profile, their homegrown sports cars have captured drivers’ hearts and minds worldwide. BMW now looks to take the leap into the supercar stratosphere […]
Six American V8 Muscle Cars You Can Still Buy Used
Everyone knows the sound of a V8 roaring, even if they’re not a car person. With their massive torque and horsepower figures, V8s are the only engines that can satisfy serious cravings for what can only be described as oomph. However, it’s no secret that administrations at every level have been putting pressure on vehicle […]
Vintage Cars Show Us How Far We’ve Come
Today, it seems like automotive engineering is advancing at a breakneck pace. More technology is being introduced every year, and electrification has created entirely new types of vehicles seemingly overnight. However, this isn’t anything new in the automotive world. Looking back to the early 1900s reveals an age in which engineering and design were advancing […]
The Coolest Cars of the 2024 Wilbraham Hill Climb
The Wilbraham Hill Climb dates back to 1908, when some of the earliest cars took on the challenge of being the fastest up Monson Road in Wilbraham, Massachusetts. Today, the event is still going strong and has become a celebration of vintage vehicles of all types. The 2024 Wilbraham Hill Climb had 21 entries that […]
Experience Vintage Racing at the Wilbraham Hill Climb
Hill climbs are one of the oldest forms of motorsports, dating back virtually to the invention of automobiles. Most enthusiasts have probably heard of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, which has run since 1916, but there are even older events across the country that you have probably never heard of. The CarLifeNation team recently […]
Looking Back at Some of the Dodge Charger and Challenger’s Most Iconic Editions
After an iconic 57-year run, the Dodge Charger took its final lap at the end of 2023. The Charger carved out quite a following during its time on the market, boldly tweaking an established formula to become one of America’s favorite muscle cars. After a brief hiatus between 1987 and 2006, the Charger was reintroduced […]
A Look Back: Five Discontinued Chevy Vehicles We Still Love
Chevrolet is a well-known name both among auto enthusiasts and the American public at large. The automaker has many iconic nameplates in production today, from the lightning-quick Corvette to the hardworking Silverado. Chevy even lays claim to the longest-running nameplate in the industry with the Suburban, which has been continuously produced for over eight decades. […]
Dodge Charger and Challenger: Siblings in Speed
Challenger and Charger. These names evoke a miasma of memories and emotions in car enthusiasts, going back to the 1966 model year for the Charger and the 1970 model year for the Challenger. They were originally bred to go up against the fastbacks from Ford and Chevy during the Golden Age of the Muscle Car, […]
Best Classic Pickups: Old-School Truckin’
For those with a soft spot for the rumble of a classic engine in a ruggedly engineered truck, there’s nothing quite as exhilarating as classic pickups. Beyond the nostalgic memories of your parents’ or grandparents’ pickup trucks, older trucks represent a level of toughness, heart, and grit that testify to an era where simplicity and […]
Just How Cool Was the 2003 Nissan 350Z?
Two decades on, there’s still something to be said about the Nissan 350Z. Yes, the 350Z and 370Z have been replaced by the simply-named Nissan Z. While everyone is enamored with the latest and greatest, though, sometimes it’s important to go back and look at some of the groundbreaking steps taken to get to where […]
Countach: The Coolest Car in the World
Where do I even begin? How does one approach the topic of the Lamborghini Countach, that quintessential icon of 1980s culture, arguably the most ridiculous, eye-catching supercar ever made, the car which continues to define the Lamborghini brand to this day? I feel like Jordan Belfort staring down at the car from atop a brick […]
Forgotten Trucks That Deserved More Time on the Streets
There have been some wild designs in the automotive industry over the decades. Whether it’s the fins of the Chevy Bel Air or the quirky Saab designs, the vehicles that have graced the roadways over the past century have been interesting, to say the least. Of course, there are vehicles out there that many drivers […]
Boots, Brats, and Ghost Cars: A Short History of Promotional Vehicles
Promotional campaigns run the gamut from corny to bizarre, but in the end, all that matters is that they make an impression. Minor league sports teams have become masters of the craft with novel one-off events that range from celebrating pop culture touchstones, such as Star Wars or Harry Potter-themed nights, to giving fans a […]
8 Super-Awesome Police Cars We Can’t Help But Love
Sometimes you can just fall in love with a design for a utility vehicle, even if it’s not entirely practical. Nevertheless, sometimes it’s well worth appreciating the effort that goes into the design, regardless of whether or not it opts for more form over function. We’re going to cover a little bit of both: vehicles […]
The Top 5 Performance Chevys From the 1980S You Probably Forgot About
Whenever we talk about classic muscle, it’s almost always centered around the start of the muscle car era during the Tri-Five years. There’s also a lot of love poured out to some of the game-changing cars that paved the way for high-performance tuning and street racing during the 1960s and 1970s. What we don’t often […]
A Look at Classic Buick Models Through the Ages
Building beautiful vehicles is something that Buick has always been known for. Since its founding in 1899 by David Dunbar Buick and Walter L. Marr, Buick has stood for quality, a value the brand has upheld for over a century. Today’s Buick is known for a lineup of amazing SUVs; responsible for vehicles such as […]
Looking Back at the Fords That Defined the 1970s
Looking back at the 1970s and some of the vehicles that have become synonymous with that decade is a fun trip down the walkway known as nostalgia. After all, it’s interesting to see where trends and sensibilities were decades ago, and how much they differ from what’s considered socially acceptable in the modern day and […]