Driving Passion, Pt. 1 - The Birth of the Automobile (1995)

Synopsis: 'Driving Passion' takes an affectionate look at some classic American beauties -- cars, that is. The series traces the 100-year history of the automobile in America in four 60-minute segments. It... 'Driving Passion' takes an affectionate look at some classic American beauties -- cars, that is. The series traces the 100-year history of the automobile in America in four 60-minute segments. It looks at the car's position as not only a useful part of people's lives, but as a prized possession. The documentaries combine archival footage with interviews to create a car lovers' delight. Part 1 gets in gear with an introduction to the inventors and their motorized carriages. The story begins in 1909 with Henry Ford's unveiling of the Model T. It goes on to describe the early days of the automobile industry and its pioneers. [More]

Starring: Richard Crenna

Starring: Richard Crenna