The Italian Spaceship
The first time I saw a photo of the Lamborghini Countach I knew it was something special. I was probably 11 or 12-years old, but…
Browsing: By Design
Golden Anniversaries—Past, Present, Future
This is my 50th article for Vintage Road & Racecar. I didn’t realize it until my editor sent me a thank you card and the keys…
The Beastie Boys, Darth Vader and a $200k Buick Regal
Car Design is a wicked beast. The purpose of design is to create both alluring and engaging combinations of mechanical and sculptural elements as a…
Devin and the Fiberglass Revolution
With so much new digital technology arriving daily in our lives, it’s hard to imagine that something as simple as a new material could spawn…
Stunt Doubles
I’ve had a fortunate car life. I’ve owned a wide range of cars, enjoying various shows, events and the pleasure of driving or restoring some…
Has Innovative Sports Car Design Reached a Zenith?
A few weeks ago McLaren released their new sports car to the public. It’s not fair to really call it a sports car anymore. Sports…
Mini, Venti, Grande
When first introduced in 1959, the Mini Cooper was a revelation of automotive simplicity, economy, and delight. Designed by Sir Alec Issigonis, primarily called upon…
Designs That Endure
Quintessential designs of the 20th century are all around us. These items are so familiar we often take their shape, color and ease of use for… Read More...
The Ford GT
Fair disclosure—I’ve wanted to write about this car for years. The Ford GT appeared, in 2005, as a production offering from what was still a… Read More...
Design, Computers and the Importance of Touch
This is technically the first issue of Vintage Roadcar as an online-only periodical. While many of us will miss the paper magazine, I felt it… Read More...