The auto industry doesn't have a single universal definition for a "shooting brake." Long story short, there's confusion between what constitutes a "shooting brake" and a station wagon, 2+2, coupe, hatchback, sports wagon, etc. So, this article was inspired by hopes of clearing up the confusion and informing enthusiasts about the history and evolution of these automotive body styles, which began as horse-drawn vehicles. Let's start with the history: 1875 Engraved Illustration

Photographed at the 2018 Concours d'Élégance is this 1936 Rolls-Royce 25/30 Shooting Brake. If more is known about any of these "shooting...

The Austin 7 is an economy car that was produced from 1923 until 1939 in the United Kingdom by Austin. Approximately 250,000 units were...

Dubbed "Streamliners," the vehicles looked much like moving vans of the period, sporting massive all-steel domed roofs. GM's Fisher Body...