Member Ed Garten is asking SAH members if the car in this family photo [above] can be identified. The story of the photo is as follows: Pictured are my three great-aunts from Sandstone, West Virginia who set out on a “girl’s road trip” […]
It’s time to make your reservations for the 2026 Society of Automotive Historians Annual Awards Banquet
Saturday, September 19, 2026 at the historic Durant-Dort Factory One; 303 W. Water Street, Flint, Michigan 48503 All are welcome – SAH members, non-members, friends Social hour with cash bar begins at 6PM with dinner at 7PM Dinner will be followed by […]
SAH MEMBER HELP WANTED
Prof. Dr. Andreas Halder of Germany writes the following: Some days ago I found out that one of my favourite cars once belonged to John A Conde, once an active member of your society. As I do not have any […]
The Power of Books
by John and Jeanie Jacobus SAH #2220 This next resulted from a recent exchange of “memories” between the writers and your correspondent (hvh) and begged to be shared with all regarding: We have many wonderful memories of working on the Guild and getting […]
What are these Chin-Wags?
They’re friendly, casual Zoom gatherings to talk about any aspects of automotive history. Our Chin-Wag Zooms last 90 minutes and typically have ten to twenty participants who are free to come and go during each session. We are known to go […]
A Decidedly Midwestern Observation
As an undergrad from Michigan State University I came upon an article entitled “MSU’s link to automotive heritage showcased in community exhibit.” Naturally, as an SAH member the topic of automotive heritage captured my attention. I pondered, for far more […]
Automotive History Live! at the Concours d’Elegance at Copshaholm
On the second weekend of July, the Society of Automotive Historians partnered with the Studebaker National Museum in South Bend, Indiana for Automotive History Live!, two days of lectures from renowned automotive historians focused on a variety of topics from the automotive […]
The Deadliest Decade: Preston Lerner
There’s another new book. This one is written by former SAH (#5169) member Preston Lerner. SAH president 2019 through 2021, Don Capps (#3122), had been one from whom Lerner, his longtime friend, had sought input sharing an early draft of his manuscript with Don […]
Mustang Unbridled
New to SAH, for he recently joined as the January issue of this newsletter had noted, Robert M Kennedy (SAH #5384) has enjoyed a spring 2026 release—by Motorbooks, an imprint of Quarto–of his book titled Mustang UNBRIDLED. Thus, it joins the list of Mustang titles […]
Publication News: 1954 Hudson Italia
A brand new book has been written and published by SAH member #4228, Mark L. James. Titled The 1954 Hudson Italia, it is indeed just about that single year car of which only 25 were ever produced. The story it tells of Hudson […]
Welcome New SAH Members
As a graduate of McPherson College, Ross Barton’s automotive interests focus on restoration, research, and preservation. Now residing in Loveland, Colorado, Ross’s experience ranges from completing award-winning restorations and researching vehicle provenance to serving as a mechanic on the Colorado […]
From the President: Issue 9
If you didn’t recognize this newsletter, it’s because the Society of Automotive Historians is in the process of transitioning to a new, updated “look”. The logo has been redesigned to reflect the changing SAH, keeping our history intact with the […]
2026 Call for Presentations – Michael R. Argetsinger Symposium on International Motor Racing History
The International Motor Racing Research Center and Society of Automotive Historians remind you of the Tenth Annual Michael R. Argetsinger Symposium on International Motor Racing History on Thursday and Friday, November 12 & 13, 2026, at the Harbor Hotel in Watkins Glen, […]
Studebaker National Museum 2026 Concours d’Elegance at Copshaholm Lecture Series and Car Show
The Studebaker National Museum and the SAH are co-hosting a two-day lecture series in conjunction with the 2026 Concours d’Elegance at Copshaholm in South Bend, IN. The Auto History Live lecture series will be held Friday & Saturday, July 10 & 11, 2026 in Wiekamp Auditorium. A […]
Publication News: Legends in Motion
Gary Witzenburg joined SAH (#2613) shortly after the Millenium. He’s truly been car-centric his entire life as the myriad articles he’s written over his 38-year career along with the ten books he’s authored bear witness. Publications for which he has written […]
Share Your News!
The SAH’s social media team has created an easier way to collect member news! Now, if members publish an article, attend a meetup, present at a conference, or see a particularly compelling talk related to automotive history, they can fill […]
Welcome to New SAH Members
The Society of Automotive Historians is pleased to welcome the following new members: Tommy Benz, based in the Washington DC area, studied history as an undergrad. He has been fascinated by cars from an early age, and has done quite a […]
From the President: Issue 8
Hello SAH Members: Although there is not much news to report this month, things are happening in the SAH. Stay tuned for updates in future editions. Please take note of the upcoming events listed below; we hope you will consider […]
Founded on Family – Forged in Faith: FISCHER
Four years ago, Alfred Fisher III, and his brother, Michael J. Fisher, of Fisher & Co. and Fisher Dynamics, the latest DNA of the seven Fisher brothers still in the automotive business, hired SAH member Dan Hughes to create a book on […]
Publication News: Jim Crank
Then the something old is quite special on several levels. It concerns a book written by a longtime and much missed SAH member named Jim Crank (SAH #1153). Engineer by trade, Crank had been captivated by all things Doble—as in steam car—and more. As […]