4 Of Pontiac's Most Iconic Hood Ornaments
Not all of Pontiac's hood ornaments showed the brand's namesake Native American chief, but together they tell a story of American culture and design.
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Stories By Eli Shayotovich
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How Many Times Can A Funny Car Use Its Engine Before It Has To Be Rebuilt?
They may look odd, but funny cars pack a speed and horsepower punch so fierce that they put a great strain on their engines. How long can they last?
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Why Do Some Police Officers Use Red Interior Lights In Their Cars?
If you've ever noticed some police cars using interior red lights at night, you might be confused as to why, but there's a scientific explanation.
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The Reason Why Police Cars Swerve On The Freeway
There is a method to what might seem like the madness when you see a law enforcement vehicle swerving.
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7 Of The Oldest Cars And Motorcycles Ever Uncovered On American Pickers
American Pickers has seen its fair share of rare, vintage vehicles, but these are some the oldest ever recovered.
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Do Tonneau Covers Improve A Truck's Gas Mileage?
A tonneau cover can protect the gear in a truck bed, but can it also improve gas mileage? Here’s a look at some tests that give us the answer.
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Why Do Police Cars Have Bull Bars In Front?
If you've ever wondered about the cage-like extension on the front of a police car, it's called a bull bar.
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Does The Aurora Spy Plane Really Exist?
Rumors and speculation of clandestine military projects have been around for decades, and the Aurora spy plane is among one of the most notable.
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Who Were The Dodge Brothers And Why Did They Leave Ford?
Their name lives on in the brand they founded, but before that the Dodge Brothers helped Henry Ford build his empire. What lay behind their bitter split?
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Why Do Jeeps Have 7 Slots In The Grille? The History Behind The Signature Feature
The classic Jeep look includes a seven-slot grille framed by two headlights. But it hasn't always been so. Why the design stands today starts with World War II.
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How Much Did 'American Pickers' Pay For A 1950s BMW Isetta?
American Pickers has found a ton of cool cars during the course of the show, but this 1950s Isetta might take the cake for coolest small car.
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Is Dodge Really Making A 2025 Viper?
2017 was the last time we saw a new Dodge Viper hit the streets, but rumors are swirling there will be a 2025 Viper. However, don't get your hopes up.
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What Happened To The Belly Tank Car From American Pickers?
An intriguing belly tank car was found during the fifth season of the History Channel's "American Pickers," but what happened to the vehicle after the show?
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Can You Use Winter Tires In Non-Winter Weather?
You might want to think twice about using winter tires all year long, as the complications and headaches won't be worth the minor convenience.
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How Many Aston Martin Motorcycles Were Made And What Horsepower Did They Have?
Aston Martin is mostly known for its luxury cars, but in more recent years, the company has also dipped its toes into the realm of high-end motorcycles.
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What Is A Porsche Slantnose And How Much Is One Worth Today?
Many know the name Porsche, but have you heard of the Porsche Slantnose? Here's a closer look at this iconic car and what one goes for at auction today.
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What Happened To The OG Batmobile Featured On American Pickers?
The original Batmobile from the 1966 series was featured on an episode of “American Pickers” in 2013. Here’s what happened to it after that episode.
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What Years Did Pontiac Use Snowflake Wheels And Which Models Had Them?
Pontiac never actually called them "snowflake wheels," but they were popular anyway, in a variety of colors often inspired by the special models that had them.
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Is The Chevy Corvair Considered A 'Classic,' And How Much Is One Worth Today?
The Chevrolet Corvair ushered a host of innovations into the American automotive tale, but ended up as a scapegoat for a host of safety failures.
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What Year Did Jeep Start Adding Easter Eggs To Its Vehicles?
The first ever automotive Easter egg is attributed to Jeep and a car designer named Michael Santoro.
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Why The Original Toyota Land Cruiser Was Called A Jeep
The Toyota Land Cruiser is an instantly recognizable classic vehicle, but fans may be confused to learn it was originally called a Jeep. Here's why.
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What Happened To The Automobile Used In 1977's The Car & What Kind Was It?
The movie “The Car” from the late ‘70s has become a cult classic. Here is the type of car that was used in the film and what happened to it.
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Why All Koenigsegg Cars Have A Ghost Emblem
If you've ever wondered why all Koenigsegg cars have a spooky little phantom logo on the hood, here's why.
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Who Makes Alfa Romeo Cars And Where Are They Built?
There have been lots of twists and turns in Alfa Romeo's century-long saga. Now under recently changed ownership, it continues to struggle in the U.S.
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What Happened To The Aerosmith Van From 'American Pickers'?
Aerosmith's old touring van was discovered by Mike and Frank on "American Pickers," but what happened to the piece of rock n' roll history afterwards?
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What Car Was The Ghostbusters' Original Ecto-1, And Where Is It Today?
The Ecto-1 is legendary, but here's what it was made of and where it wound up after Ghostbusters filmed.
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Why Are They Called 'Jeeps' And What Does The Name Stand For?
The history and origin of the Jeep name is longer, less certain, and more complicated than you might have expected.
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