Category: History
Snake Bitten: Remembering the Dodge Viper
Dodge Viper specs added. Story updated September 10, 2024. No other car in the history of Dodge has placed a halo firmly over the brand as the Viper. Sure, the Hellcat has its place in brand lore, but the Viper…
History of the Hyundai Genesis Sedan
The Hyundai Genesis sedan was first introduced in 2009 as a mid-sized luxury sedan. Hyundai took aim at competing with established premium brands like BMW, Lexus, and Mercedes-Benz. It marked Hyundai’s bold entry into the luxury car market. The Genesis…
History of the Subaru Legacy
As Subaru prepares to bid farewell to the Legacy after the 2025 model year, it is a fitting moment to reflect on the storied history of this iconic vehicle. Launched in 1989, the Subaru Legacy has been a testament to…
History of the Honda Element
The Honda Element, a compact crossover SUV with an unmistakably distinctive boxy design, etched a unique space for itself within the automobile industry. Spanning a single generation from 2003 to 2011, the vehicle stood out with its blend of functionality,…
History of the Plymouth Prowler
The Plymouth Prowler is a two-seat, rear-wheel-drive cloth-top roadster designed to evoke the spirit of classic hot rods from the 1930s and 1940s. Its low-slung body, long hood, and open Indy-style front wheels give it a distinctive appearance that stands…
History of the Chevrolet Volt
The Chevrolet Volt is a plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV) that was produced by General Motors. Development of the Volt began in 2005, and the car was first introduced as a concept car at the 2007 Detroit Auto Show. The…
History of the Pontiac Aztek
The Pontiac Aztek was a compact crossover sport utility vehicle produced by the Pontiac division of General Motors between 2001 and 2005. This SUV was designed as a versatile, family-friendly vehicle that could be used for both everyday commuting and…
History of the Ford Flex
One part crossover and another part station wagon, the Ford Flex was an unusual vehicle for its time. Introduced in 2009 and continuing through 2019, the Flex underwent modest changes during its 11-year model run. The Flex shared its underpinnings…
History of the Nissan Juke
The Nissan Juke is a rare breed, a quirkily styled model that by all accounts should have immediately failed in a discriminating consumer market. This subcompact crossover utility vehicle, however, rolled out in 2011 and stayed around through 2017, as…
History of the Ford Maverick
The Ford Maverick is a compact pickup truck launched by the Ford Motor Company for the 2022 model year. But the nameplate was originally affixed to a compact car that was built from 1970 to 1977. Ford resurrected the name…
Chronicling 25 Years of the Toyota RAV4
The Toyota RAV4 may not have the panache of the Supra, but in the grand scheme of it all, its importance cannot be denied. Launched in the U.S. market in 1996, the RAV4 introduced a new segment of people mover…
History of the Dodge Challenger
The Dodge Challenger originated as a special trim level for the Coronet. You may be surprised to learn that the first car to bear the Challenger name wasn’t a muscle car. It was just a special edition of the then-current…
