Oldsmobile didn’t invent front-wheel drive, but in 1966, it perfected it for America’s big cars with a machine that looked like it had just left a jet turbine factory — the Toronado. It was sleek, ...

For those of you who may not think "Oldsmobile" and "performance" are synonymous terms, Oldsmobile's performance heritage dates all the way back to 1903, when an Olds-built "Flyer" established the ...

[Editor's Note: This article first appeared in the Winter 2011 issue of MotorTrend Classic] Imagine the Indianapolis Colts playing the New York Giants in the Super Bowl. Payton versus Eli, ...

When Dr. Mondello Collaborates with Dr. Oldsmobile, the Rx is Pure Power! When it comes to selecting an engine for Bracket I competition, the big-clock Olds is often over looked, yet the design is ...

For many gearheads, the year 1970 represents the peak of the muscle car era — or at least the peak of the first muscle car era. A big part of what conspired to make 1970 special is that to remain ...

The Oldsmobile 442 option package for the Cutlass was introduced in April of 1964. The 4-4-2 name came from the four-barrel carburetor, four-speed manual gearbox, and dual exhaust. The 442 option was ...