It’s that time of year again. Mistletoes, eggnog, wreaths, carolers at the door, and the joys of waiting until the...
Book Garage
When it comes to a passion for cars, the bookshelf is just as exciting as the auction block or race track. From muscle cars and hot rods to famous automotive figures and manufacturers of yesteryear, join us as we flip through the pages of some of the most inspiring automotive books in print today.
If there ever was an American performance car, this is it. The newer Mustangs might be hot but these old...
We often remember exactly where we were and what we were doing, when something out of the ordinary came our way. We recall the moment we noticed in vivid detail; we stopped that instant and it changed how we forever see the world. The Chevy Corvette can and does illicit...
Not far from where I live, in Flat Rock, Michigan, horses run wild. The Flat Rock Assembly Plant is easily...
During the 1960s, the United States faced unprecedented change and cultural revolution. Ford Motor Company, one of America’s great manufacturing...
The saying “a picture is worth a thousand words” certainly rings true for the work of Louis Klemantaski, often considered the architect of Motorsports photography. His eye captured the raw action on the front lines of racing’s golden era. Klemantaski’s shot it all during his storied career, from F1 and...
When I was a kid, I dreamed about having a Mustang Boss 302. In high school, I wondered what my...
With this Book Garage series, I want to believe we are helping preserve the finer, more memorable things in automotive culture....
It is sometimes called the “Ferrari killer” because of its famed performance capabilities. Recently, Ford captured a historic win at Le Mans, finishing ahead of their longtime adversary. The fifty year rivalry was sparked when Ford’s plan to purchase Ferrari fell through after the Italian automaker suddenly jumped ship. Henry...
In March, we partnered with Motorbooks for this Book Garage series. Their extensive library is filled with all kinds of...
I was in college when Pontiac brought back the GTO. All I knew about the GTO was that it was...
I’ve watched the film A Faster Horse countless times. I am continually inspired by Dave Pericak and his team as they work around the clock on the 50th anniversary Mustang. It’s a fantastic film showing the inner workings of Ford’s product development and the people who made it happen during one of...
This weekend, I have been running around like crazy, or so I feel like it. The North American International Auto...
What now seems like many moons ago, I knew a beautiful girl who loved the Ford Mustang, especially the Shelby....
During my tenure with 605 Magazine, I interviewed blues artist Hadden Sayers prior to his scheduled performance in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. At one point in our conversation, he remarked that being a blues star was exactly like being a rock star, only without the fame, girls, and money. We laughed...
Marty Schorr was destined to be a car guy. His teachers might have showed us his notebooks, which contained more...
Growing up in rural Iowa I was subjected to many a debates over Ford, Chevy, and Dodge trucks. There were...
Of all the legendary names in the history of the Ford Mustang, one stands apart: Boss. Mustang Historian Donald Farr takes us on a pony car journey in Boss Mustang: 50 Years. Our Book Garage series features the books every gearhead and enthusiast needs in their library. You know, one of...
Set against a magnificent backdrop, Monaco is among the most glamorous races in the world. The culture has inevitably inspired...
As autonomous technology continues to advance, will the enjoyment of driving be lost? A new book from Jalopnik’s Jason Torchinsky...
Supercar Revolution chronicles the battle for performance supremacy among the world’s fastest cars. Our Book Garage series showcases what every gearhead and enthusiast should have in their library. What exactly is a sports car? Not that long ago, within my lifetime, that was an easy question to answer. Now things become much...
A new book shows how cars are more than transportation, but part of our culture. Different narratives and viewpoints shed...
Mini enthusiasts will appreciate this insightful book packed full of wonderful photos. Author Giles Chapman takes us through the history...
A new book from the late Pete Biro takes us through the glory days of F1 racing. Our Book Garage series showcases what every enthusiast should add to their library. Formula 1, which started out decades ago as the least restrictive form of racing on the planet has, over the years, become buried under...
Author Colin Comer takes us through the story of the greatest Mustang in history. Our Book Garage series showcases what every enthusiast should...
Speed Read Mustang highlights every aspect of America’s lovable pony car. Author Donald Farr provides a number of historical and...
Author Pete Lyons chronicles the story of the most legendary car in Formula 1. Lyons documents the incredible six seasons the Lotus 72 was in action (1970-75). Our Book Garage series showcases what every enthusiast should add to their library. Lotus 72, published by Evro, and written by Pete Lyons covers one of the...
The Buick Riviera would push the company beyond its lackluster post-war image. A new book by author Norm Mort takes...
Reid Antony Railton’s life is chronicled in this definite work by historian Karl Ludvigsen. The British automotive engineer pushed the...
Speed Duel chronicles the dangerous world of land speed racing in the 1960s. Two stark yet commanding personalities emerged in Art Arfons and Craig Breedlove. They cheated death and pushed every limit possible as they battled for the top records. Our Book Garage series showcases what every enthusiast should add to their library. Images...
