History Articles
What Is a Gasser? | History, Drag Racing Influence & Build Parts
1/14/2025
Gassers were those wild drag cars from the 60's that featured outrageously tall stances, big unruly powerplants, and huge slicks to propel them down the track. But just how did these insane creations come to be, and where did they go?
Top 10 Secrets of the C3 Corvette | General Motors R&D Lore
1/3/2025
Uncover the secrets behind the iconic C3 Corvette! From design to development, discover what made this classic a legend.
Isky Tribute Roadster
9/10/2024
A Godzilla-powered Model T hot rod built to celebrate 75 years of Isky Racing Cams meets the car that inspired it. There's a lot going on here...
The History of Bell Auto Parts | America's First Speed Shop
3/15/2024
SoCal's first speed shop, Bell Auto Parts, pioneered the aftermarket with OHV Ford Flatheads, Cragar Mags, and racing helmets in the 1920s racing scene
What is a Slingshot? | 60's Front Engine Dragsters Explained
2/2/2024
In the 1950's and 60's, front engine dragsters were the fastest cars on the track. Then, they disappeared almost overnight. Here's the story of the rise, fall, and rebirth of the slingshot dragster.
Sammy! 50+ Years of Winning, The Story of Sammy Swindell
6/30/2023
Few drivers in any form of racing have had careers as long and successful as Sammy Swindell. In his new book, Sammy talks about his amazing life in racing!
Historic Chevy Performance Engines
5/22/2023
Take a look at a few of the rare and wonderful Chevy engines in the Museum of American Speed!
Are Green Racecars Bad Luck?
3/6/2023
We've all heard of that old myth about the color green being bad luck in racing. Where did that even come from? We're going to find out...
NASCAR Engines Through the Years
2/13/2023
In honor of NASCAR's 75th anniversary, we're taking a look at a few remarkable engines that have powered our favorite racers to victory through the years.
Things We Love About Automotive Styling Through the Decades
1/30/2023
How do we love old cars? Let us count the ways. Actually, that's what we're going to do here. Check out our decade by decade guide to some cars and details that we're head over heels for.