The 1960 Pontiacs set the stage for the GM division’s rise to the top as the youth and performance brand of the ’60s. Continue reading
The Pontiac Class of 1960
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MCG Executive Briefing for March 16, 2026
Buick is considering the return of a sedan to its lineup in the United States. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
The Car Designed With You in Mind: 1949 DeSoto
In 1949 DeSoto introduced its first new postwar cars, with the emphasis on comfort, practicality, and value. Continue reading
A Minor Sleeve-Valve Mystery: The 1927-28 Falcon-Knight
In 1927-28, Willys-Overland briefly offered a new, low-priced companion brand to the Willys-Knight, the Falcon-Knight. After all these years, it’s not clear exactly why. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for March 13, 2026
Chrysler Imperials will be featured in a special exhibit at the AACA Museum in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
A Different Slant: the 1968 Ford Fairlane and Torino Fastbacks
For 1968, Ford offered Fairlane and Torino hardtops in two flavors: a conventional three-box Sport Coupe and a slant-roofed Fastback. Let’s see how that worked out. Continue reading
No Gears to Shift! The 1933-35 Reo Self-Shifter
For the U.S. auto industry, there were twists and turns on the path to the fully automatic transmission. Here’s a fascinating detour from 1933-35, the Reo Self-Shifter. Continue reading