schmidtgeorge+FollowThose days we used to shift gears from the steering wheel 🤔There was a time when a lot of cars had a manual transmission shifter on the steering column, a setup people called a "three on the tree." The whole point was to get the gear shifter off the floor so you could fit three people comfortably in the front seat. It was a huge deal back then for passenger space. This design was on some cars for decades. Eventually, automatic transmissions became the standard, and the "three on the tree" disappeared. But here is the crazy part. It is making a comeback! A lot of new cars and EVs are putting the shifters back on the steering column for the same reason—to save space. The only difference is they are automatic now. 😂 It's all my fault for being too young, otherwise I would really want to try this kind of car. #Cars #Nostalgia #RetroTech #CarHistory #ManualTransmission #Driving #EVs 10Share
walkerjason+FollowThis Mercury Made Ford Sweat BulletsDid you know the 1954 Mercury Monterey was so ahead of its time, it actually freaked out Ford? With its space-age looks and a brand new V8 engine, the Monterey was the cool kid on the block—but it also caused major drama inside Ford. Execs worried it was too good and might steal the spotlight from their other models. Turns out, innovation can be a double-edged sword! Classic car fans still drool over this one today. #Cars #CarHistory #ClassicCars548Share
Alexander Black+FollowChevy’s Small Block Engines: The Real MVPs?Did you know Chevy’s small block engines basically rewrote the rules for American cars? From the OG 265 V8 in ‘55 to the racing legend 302 DZ and the powerhouse 350 LT-1, these engines were all about packing big performance into smaller, more efficient packages. They didn’t just make cars faster—they made muscle cars iconic and influenced the whole industry. Next time you see a classic Camaro or Corvette, remember: it’s what’s under the hood that started it all! #Cars #Chevy #CarHistory232Share
Jennifer Patel+FollowForeign Cars That Could Outrun MuscleYou know those old European and Japanese cars your uncle called “weird”? Turns out, some of them were absolute beasts! From the rally-ready Saab Sonett II to the turbocharged BMW 2002, these forgotten rides packed wild engineering and real speed. The Citroën SM even rocked a Maserati engine! They didn’t sell tons, but now collectors are obsessed. Proof that muscle isn’t just American—sometimes it’s hiding in a tiny, quirky import! #Cars #BuyingCar #CarHistory244Share
Christopher Gonzalez+FollowThe Hemi Engine’s Wild Origins Aren’t What You ThinkThought Dodge invented the Hemi? Think again! The real story is a wild ride through early aviation, boat engines, and even European race cars. Augustus Herring was tinkering with hemi heads before 1900, and somehow, boat makers and car engineers all started using the tech around the same time. From secret foundries to racing legends, the Hemi’s roots are way messier—and cooler—than Dodge’s marketing would have you believe! #Cars #CarOwnership #CarHistory20Share
Nicole Morgan+FollowBritish Cars That Totally Changed the GameDid you know the UK didn’t invent cars, but totally redefined them? From the ultra-luxe Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost to the James Bond-famous Aston Martin DB5, these British icons made the world fall in love with style and speed. The Mini made small cars cool, Land Rover conquered the wild, and the Jaguar E-Type? Even Enzo Ferrari called it the most beautiful car ever. Which one would you want in your garage? #Cars #BritishCars #CarHistory90Share
Travis Baker MD+FollowWhy Cars Ditched Solid LiftersEver wondered why modern cars sound so much smoother than those old classics? It’s all about the lifters! Back in the day, engines used solid lifters, but they were noisy and needed constant adjusting. Cadillac changed the game in the ‘30s with hydraulic lifters—self-adjusting, quieter, and way less maintenance. Soon, everyone followed. Now, only a few performance cars keep the old-school solid lifters for high RPMs. Wild how one engine upgrade changed everything! #Cars #CarOwnership #CarHistory270Share
Nicole Morgan+FollowDead Car Brands’ Wildest Last RidesEver wonder what happens when a car brand bites the dust? Their final models are like automotive tombstones—some went out with a bang (hello, Pontiac G8), others faded with a whimper (RIP, Plymouth Neon). From the legendary DeLorean DMC-12 to the hilariously bad Yugo, these last cars tell the real story of how brands die: sometimes epic, sometimes embarrassing, always unforgettable. Which final ride would you want in your garage? #Cars #CarHistory #AutoObituaries21Share
Evan Knight+FollowThis Car Engine Was Bigger Than Your BathtubDid you know the largest engine ever in a production car was a mind-blowing 13.5-liter straight-six? The Pierce-Arrow Model 66 from the 1910s packed an engine so huge, the car was basically built around it. It only made about 60 horsepower, but the torque was wild and it could cruise like a boss. Forget Bugatti or Cadillac—nothing comes close to this beast’s sheer size. Massive engines like this are gone for good, but the Model 66 is still the king of displacement! #Cars #CarHistory #AutoFacts00Share
dalemiller+FollowFord’s Hidden Muscle Car GemsThink you know all of Ford’s performance legends? Turns out, there’s a whole lineup of sleeper packages most people never heard about. From the Galaxie 500XL R-Code (425 hp, no A/C, pure muscle) to the LTD LX (looks like grandma’s car, runs like a Mustang), these 10 under-the-radar Fords packed serious punch. Some were only for those in the know—like the Torino GT Drag Pack or the Focus SVT. Bet you’ve never seen half of these at your local car show! #Cars #FordPerformance #CarHistory40Share
