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The History of the Presidential State Car
February 18, 2022. Andrew Sheldon
From the Sunshine Special to The Beast, the presidential state car has undergone an incredible evolution.
The Black Pioneers of the Automotive Industry
February 07, 2022. Andrew Sheldon
Whether breaking color barriers or inventing critical safety features, these are some of the Black pioneers that revolutionized the car world.
Who Invented the Car?
August 25, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
Who invented the car? While Karl Benz is most often credited, the automobile’s history goes back hundreds of years.
Why Do Different Countries Drive on Different Sides of the Road?
August 17, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
Ancient civilizations, the French Revolution, freight wagons and the Model T all played a role in influencing what side of the road the world drives on.
The History of the Car Horn
May 27, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
“Ahooga,” Mark Twain, oscillating diaphragms and the unique backstory of car horns.
The Most Iconic Cars in History
May 05, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
Many cars have roamed the roadways. Only a few have made a lasting impression. These iconic cars revolutionized the auto industry.
Exploring the Four Freedoms
October 22, 2020.
Join three Imagining Freedom catalogue authors – outstanding scholars who bring little-known aspects of the Four Freedoms and Rockwell’s famed paintings into view. What did they stand for in their…
Automotive Innovations That Were Ahead of Their Time
June 03, 2020. AAA Staff
We take many automotive innovations for granted – seat belts, airbags, even turn signals. Who deserves credit for these breakthroughs? You may be surprised.
The World’s Great Car Museums Are Just a Click Away
May 12, 2020. AAA Staff
Get behind the virtual wheel of a Ferrari, Lamborghini or even a Model-T through these electrifying tours.
The Most Popular Cars of All Time
March 10, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
Whether it’s because of their practicality, capability or funky look, these are the most popular cars throughout the decades.