Tag: race car
The Top Animated Cars of All Time
April 19, 2022. Andrew Sheldon
The limitless world of cartoons has given rise to colorful, crusading and cutting-edge cars. Here are some of the most memorable.
10 of the Most Famous Movie Cars
March 23, 2022. Andrew Sheldon
There are iconic characters, enduring songs and classic quotes, but often, it’s the set of wheels that steals the scene in movies.
Pioneering Female Race Car Drivers
March 21, 2022. Sarah Hopkins
For as long as there’s been professional race car driving, there have been female race car drivers. Take a look through history at some of the most influential female race car drivers and pioneers.
Women in Automotive History
February 28, 2022. Sarah Hopkins
Discover the history behind the world’s first road trip, see the evolution of the windshield wiper and more with these women in automotive history.
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.
The History of the Holiday Hess Trucks
December 16, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
Hess holiday trucks have been around for more than half a century. Over that time, they’ve become one of the most iconic toys ever made.
Members Recall Days on AAA School Safety Patrol
March 02, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
In commemoration of the program’s 100th anniversary, AAA Northeast members look back fondly on their time as School Safety Patrollers.
Charlie Wiggins and the Gold and Glory Sweepstakes
February 12, 2021. Andrew Sheldon
In honor of Black History Month, learn how Charlie Wiggins became one of the country’s great racecar drivers despite being barred from racing’s biggest event.
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.
Leonard Miller and the Black American Racers
February 21, 2020. Andrew Sheldon
The automotive pioneer broke barriers and worked endlessly to further the advancements of African Americans in the world of auto racing.