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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…

January 3, 1914 - Automotive entrepreneur Earl "Madman" Muntz is born - This Day In Automotive...

Earl Muntz, better known as Earl "Madman" Muntz, was born on January 3, 1914. He'd later create the Muntz Jet.

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Dax Shepard, born on this day in 1975, is one of Hollywood's most prolific car guys. Check out some of his collection in this automotive history lesson! automotivehistory.org/dax-sh…

January 2, 1975 - Top Gear America host Dax Shepard is born - This Day In Automotive History

Actor and Top Gear America host Dax Shepard, born January 2, 1974, doesn't just play cars, he lives by them.

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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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The 1,000,000th Cadillac rolled off of the assembly line on this day in 1949! Learn more about the special model and find out where it is today in this automotive history lesson. @cadillac #cadillac automotivehistory.org/one-mi…

November 25, 1949 - The 1,000,000th Cadillac - This Day In Automotive History

On November 25, 1949 the one millionth Cadillac left the assembly line. It was a 1949 Cadillac Coupe de Ville.|On November 25, 1949 the one millionth Cadillac left the assembly line. It was a 1949...

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Sergio Scaglietti, who passed away on this day in 2011, made a name for himself at Ferrari, but you have to see his version of the Chevrolet Corvette. Check it out in today's automotive history lesson. automotivehistory.org/sergio…

November 20, 2011 - Famed Ferrari designer Sergio Scaglietti dies - This Day In Automotive History

Sergio Scaglietti, famed sports car designer, died on November 20, 2011 at age 91. He was well known for his Ferrari designs.|Sergio Scaglietti, famed sports car designer, died on November 20, 2011...

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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-…

November 13, 1997 - Corvette, Mustang & Jeep designer Larry Shinoda dies - This Day In Automotive...

Famed auto designer Larry Shinoda worked for many of the major Detroit automakers, including Chevrolet, Ford and AMC.

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Meet the first practical flying car, the Arrowbile, patented on this day in 1937. Learn more about its development, design and production in today's automotive history lesson. automotivehistory.org/arrowb…

November 9, 1937 - Patent issued for flying car dubbed the "Arrowbile" - This Day In Automotive...

Waldo D. Waterman received a patento for the Arrowbile on November 9, 1937, proving flying cars were viable.

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Herbert Austin, the founder of Austin Motor Company, was born on this day in 1866. His company still exists to this day, sort of... Learn more in today automotive history lesson! automotivehistory.org/herber…

November 8, 1866 - Herbert Austin, founder of Austin Motor Company, is born - This Day In Automot...

Herbert Austin, the founder of Austin Motor Company, was born on November 8, 1866. His company is still alive in 2023, sort of.

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Edsel Ford, the only son of Henry Ford, was born on this day in 1893. Learn more about his life, legacy and untimely death in today's automotive history lesson. automotivehistory.org/edsel-…

November 6, 1893 - Edsel Ford is born - This Day In Automotive History

Edsel Ford, the only son of Henry Ford, was born on November 6,1893. He would eventually become president of Ford Motor Company.

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Ready to hit the dirt? This vintage Porsche 912 is your chance to do so in style. #porsche #classiccarsforsale #classiccars #porsche912 automotivehistory.org/porsch…

Could be Yours: 1966 Porsche 912 rally car tribute - This Day In Automotive History

This 1966 Porsche 912 is a vintage Porsche rally car tribute that needs a little bit of finish work. It could be yours for $32,000.

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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…

November 1, 1927 - Ford Model A production begins - This Day In Automotive History

Serial production of the Ford Model A began on November 1, 1927. The car would remain in production until March 1932.

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Take a retro ride down memory lane with this classic review of a 1970 Chevrollet Chevelle SS! #chevelle #chevelleSS #musclecars #musclecar automotivehistory.org/1970-c…

Retro Review: 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS - This Day In Automotive History

This retro review takes a peek at the power 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454. It remains a popular muscle car to to this day.

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#OTD in 1966 the #Toyota #Corolla debuted at the Tokyo Motor Show. It'd land in the US 2 years later and in 1997 would surpass the VW Beetle as the best selling car ever. Learn more about the #ToyotaCorolla in today's #automotivehistory lesson. @toyota automotivehistory.org/the-fi…

October 26, 1966 - Toyota introduces what will become the best selling car ever, the Toyota Corolla...

The Toyota Corolla was introduced to the public on October 26, 1966 at the 13th annual Tokyo Motor Show in Japan. It's the best selling car.

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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-…

October 24, 1979 - The death of automotive designer Carlo Abarth - This Day In Automotive History

Carolo Abarth, the founder of the automotive firm that bears his name, passed away on October 24, 1979. The company still exists.

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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…

October 20, 1988 - An all new Nissan Maxima is announced - This Day In Automotive History

Nissan announced the third generation of the Nissan Maxima on October 20, 1988 for the 1989 model year, calling it a four door sports car.

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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…

October 19, 1982 - John Z. DeLorean is arrested for conspiracy to traffic cocaine - This Day In...

On October 19, 1982, automotive executive John Z. DeLorean was arrested and charged with conspiracy to distribute cocaine.

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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…

October 17, 1965 - NASCAR Hall of Fame driver Harold Kite dies after wreck - This Day In Automotive...

NASCAR hall of fame driver Harold Kite died on October 17, 1965 following a wreck during the early laps of the National 400

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The 1957 British International Auto Show opened on this day of that year, leading to the debut of many amazing vehicles. Check out a few in this automotive history lesson. automotivehistory.org/1957-b…

October 16, 1957 - Annual British International Motor Show opens with many debuts - This Day In...

The 1957 British International Motor Show opened its doors to the public on October 16, 1957, setting eyes on a many exciting new cars.

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