J Mays and the Rise of Retrofuturism
J Mays spent his 34 years in the automotive industry reminding everyone why they fell in love with cars. He was at the forefront of the retro craze that dominated the late 90s and 2000s.
How Bruno Sacco Transformed Mercedes-Benz
During his tenure, the company adapted to a changing industry, successfully pushed downmarket, and established an unmistakable familial look.
The Nissan 300ZX Was The Last True Z Car
The Z32 was the last of the original Fairlady lineage.
DATSUN 280ZX: The Definitive History
The second generation Z car brought the model line into the digital age.
Honda’s STRANGE Return to Motorcycle Racing
Honda’s return to the circuit didn’t go exactly as planned.
Edith Farnsworth House Was A Beautiful Disaster
Originally designed as a weekend escape tucked away from prying eyes, the home went well over budget, had countless engineering compromises, and turned client and architect against each other.
The Mazda MX-5 Miata Almost Never Happened
The Mazda MX-5 Miata Represented a Return to Form for Sports Cars.
Infiniti’s First Car Was An Admirable Failure
The Infiniti Q45 was worlds apart from the competition, for better or worse.
The Near Death and Revival of Lexus
It hasn’t always been a smooth ride for Lexus. They’ve had to overcome economic turmoil and political warfare.
Acura NSX: The DEFINITIVE History
The Honda NSX is one of the most important sports cars of all time. It was a revelation when it was released in 1990 and its impact can still be felt in the automotive industry more than 15 years after its discontinuation.
BMW DESIGNWORKS: More Than Just Cars
BMW Designworks is a jack of all trades studio in Newbury Park, California that tackles everything from concept cars and espresso machines to art installations and electric wingsuits.
Honda’s CVCC Engine Was A REVELATION
Honda's CVCC technology was their answer to the ever-tightening emissions regulations of the late-60s and early-70s. It helped the company grow from a scrappy upstart in the automotive industry to one of the most dominant car manufacturers on the planet.
Ralph Gilles Put Chrysler Back On The Map
Ralph Gilles has worked for Chrysler since 1992, and in that time he's led design efforts on the Chrysler 300, Dodge Charger, and SRT Viper.
Rise of the World Trade Center: INCEPTION
The World Trade Center is one of the most iconic structures of all time, but you might not know the story behind the towers. In this part, we’ll go over its political background.
Harley Earl Was The First Car Designer
He Helped Turn General Motors Into The Most Dominant Automaker In The World.