This Day in Automotive History provides a fact a day about what has happened in the car world on that particular day. #DriveHistoryEveryDay

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You can wish Earl Madman Muntz a happy birthday, as he was born on this day in 1914. Learn more about his rollercoaster of a career that included the creation of the Muntz Jet in today's automotive history lesson. automotivehistory.org/earl-m…
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General Motors announced it would shut down Saab on this day in 2009. Learn more about the Swedish automaker and its downfall in this automotive history lesson. automotivehistory.org/saab-c…

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Heading to the @SeaAutoShow? Make sure to say stop by our display. We'll be showcasing our 1963 Chevrolet Corvette and the brand new Saleen 302 White Label!
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Larry Shinoda, who passed away on this day in 1997, designed some of the most iconic vehicles of the Big 3 over a 40 year career that all started with award winning hot rods. Learn more about the legendary designer in today's automotive history lesson. automotivehistory.org/larry-…
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The Ford Model A began production on this day in 1927, marking a major turning point in the history of Ford and the auto industry as a whole. Learn why Henry Ford opposed the new car and about how he took credit for its success in today's history lesson. automotivehistory.org/ford-m…
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Racing great and auto designer Carlo Abarth passed away on this day in 1979. If you've got a thing for speed or scorpions, you need to know more about Carlo and his legendary automotive career. Learn all about him in today's automotive history lesson. automotivehistory.org/death-…
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Nissan announced an all new Maxima on this day in 1988. The automaker has stated it will drop the car from its lineup following the 2023 model year. Learn more about the "four door sports car" in today's automotive history lesson. automotivehistory.org/3rd-ge…
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John Z. DeLorean was arrested on this day in 1982 for conspiracy to traffic cocaine. The arrest devastated his already struggling car company. Learn more about the events surrounding the legal woes in today's automotive history lesson. automotivehistory.org/john-d…
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A group known as the Automotive Oldtimers founded The Automotive Hall of Fame on this day in 1939. Learn more about The Hall and its mission in today's automotive history lesson. (PS, be sure to visit if you are ever in or around Detroit!)
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NASCAR Hall of Famer Harold Kite, one of the first drivers to win a sanctioned race at Daytona, died on this day in 1965 following an accident at the National 400. Learn more about his career in today's automotive history lesson. automotivehistory.org/harold…
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