Automotive

Oil Turmoil: How Much Did Gas Cost When You Were Born?
Gasoline prices have experienced significant fluctuations over the decades, influenced by global events, economic shifts, and policy changes. For instance, in 2022, the average price per gallon reached $4.09, marking a notable…

15 Realities About American Travel Before TSA
Before the establishment of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) in 2001, air travel in the United States was markedly different.…

Driverless Cars: 15 Surprising Facts About Their Unique History
Driverless cars often evoke images of a futuristic world, yet their origins trace back much further than many realize. From…

20 Inventors Killed by their Own Inventions
Great inventors have been at the forefront of human history. In their studios, workshops or laboratories, these men and women…

The Phrase “Riding Shotgun” Originated in the Wild West for Protection Reasons Rather than the Best Seat
Words and phrases have a beginning to their story just like anything else in history. Today, the meaning of the…

8 Major Events You Don’t Know About That Changed American History
There are some dates which resonate through history as points of significance in the development of the nation. July 4…

Rest in Peculiarity: 12 Unusual Deaths in the 20th Century
Being mortal, death and the end of mortality have always held a fascination for humanity. Whether peaceful or violent, in…

23 Photos of the Wright Brothers’ Flights
The Wright brothers, Orville and Wilbur, are aviation pioneers credited with inventing, building, and flying the first successful airplane. Their…

Today in History: Ford Motor Company is Incorporated (1903)
On June 16, 1903, the Ford Motor Company was founded. Henry Ford and twelve stockholders met in Detroit to sign…

Today in History: Ford Halts Model T Production (1927)
The Ford Model T is one of the most famous cars ever produced. It isn't because it was first or…