by Mike Gulett - There was a time when automobiles didn’t just transport us, they announced us. And nothing symbolized that more than the hood ornament. These graceful mascots were more than functional radiator caps or branding devices; they were … [Read more...]
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Monterey Car Week Is Upon Us
August 4, 2025 By Leave a Comment
by Mike Gulett - There is a place where the world’s rarest and most beautiful cars converge by the ocean, out in the wild—being driven, shown, maybe sold and certainly celebrated by car enthusiasts from around the world. This is Monterey Car … [Read more...]
The 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado Design Process
July 31, 2025 By 7 Comments
Where did the Toronado design come from? Here is a summary by a designer who was there. by Dick Ruzzin - I worked in the Oldsmobile Studio at General Motors Styling throughout the entire 1966 Oldsmobile Toronado design program. This is a factual … [Read more...]
Opinion: When the End of the Road is Visible….
July 31, 2025 By Leave a Comment
by Wallace Wyss I had a dear friend once, named Al, who retired, moved to Colorado and even while in his '70s, was enjoying a new girlfriend, new and old friends, and driving in turn his five cars, which varied from a hot rod to sports … [Read more...]
Two Awesome American Cars From 1966
July 28, 2025 By 1 Comment
by Mike Gulett - The 1960s were great years for American cars. Many landmark designs were produced like the Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Camaro, Buick Riviera and these two I am describing here today: the 1966 Dodge Charger and the 1966 Oldsmobile … [Read more...]
Concorso Italiano is Monterey Car Week
July 24, 2025 By 2 Comments
by Mike Gulett - Concorso Italiano returns to the Monterey Peninsula on Saturday, August 16, 2025, for its 40th anniversary celebration during Monterey Car Week, taking place at Bayonet Black Horse Golf Course. This year Concorso Italiano will … [Read more...]
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