General Motors didn’t invent independent front suspension, of course. But the automaker was among the first to bring the feature to the American mass market in 1934 with the colorful name Knee Action. Continue reading
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2021 EyesOn Design Automotive Design Exhibition
Here’s our report on the 2021 edition of one of our favorite events, the EyesOn Design show, including a big photo gallery. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for September 20, 2021
At $220,000, this 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Biarritz convertible was among the top 10 sales at the Mecum Dallas auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Secrets of the 1951-64 Studebaker V8
Studebaker introduced an overhead-valve V8 in 1951, years before Ford or Chevrolet, and it was an impressive achievement for a company a fraction of the size of the mighty Big Three. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for September 17, 2021
This pro-built 1951 Ford Woody restomod will be among the star attractions at the Mecum Las Vegas auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
PREVIEW: 2021 EyesOn Design Automotive Design Exhibition
After more than a year off due to the COVID-19 pandemic, EyesOn Design, one of the nation’s top classic car events, is back on this Sunday, September 19. Continue reading
Hidden Fuel Fillers of the Fifties
Cadillac led the industry in concealed gas caps, but eventually most of the American automakers joined in the fun. Continue reading