The story of the 1949 Olds Rocket V8 engine has been told countless times. So let’s shift gears and explore the Oldsmobiles powered by the new V8 in ’49. Continue reading
Futuramic! The 1949 Oldsmobiles
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1923: The Model T Ford’s Biggest Year
In 1923, annual production of the Model T Ford reached the astounding rate of two million cars. Here’s a look back at that remarkable year. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for November 9, 2026
With 3000+ hp, BYD’s Yangwang U9 Extreme hit 312 mph on a public road in Abu Dhabi. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
The Auto Industry’s First Monobloc V8: The 1915 Brush-Ferro
In 1915, Alanson P. Brush and Ferro Machine & Foundry created the first monobloc V8, and the engine features some other remarkable innovations, too. Continue reading
Six Little Cylinders: The 1916 Hudson Super Six
With its advanced 76-horsepower engine, the 1916 Super Six put the Hudson Motor Car Company on the map. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for November 6, 2026
In China, Buick unveiled the Electra GS, a $15,000 plug-in hybrid sedan, but there are no plans for the U.S. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Launch of the Letter Cars: The 1955 Chrysler C-300
The 1955 C-300 sired an entire series of high-performance Chrysler 300 letter cars over the next 11 years, and they are still celebrated today. Continue reading