The oil crisis of 1973 led to a sharp increase in oil prices and a shortage of fuel which influenced the automotive market in the 1970s. This crisis highlighted the vulnerabilities of the American ...
The 1970s weren't kind to performance cars. Between stricter emissions regulations, the oil crisis, and insurance companies declaring war on horsepower, the decade seemed intent on killing off the ...
The '70s can be considered the heyday for souped-up, high-powered sports cars, with many models earning fame and recognition that lasts to this day. Some '70s models pushed the limits of the auto tech ...