In November of 1960, the Willys Jeep got its first real competitor in the utility vehicle market: the International Harvester Scout 80. Continue reading
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MCG Executive Briefing for September 15, 2025
Steve McQueen’s 1952 Hudson Wasp will be offered at the RM Sotheby’s Hershey auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
What’s in a Name: the 1952-56 Hudson Wasp
Every car enthusiast knows about the Fabulous Hudson Hornet. Let’s get acquainted with its junior companion model, the Wasp. Continue reading
Packard Goes Wild: The 1952 Pan American
Packard styling took an exuberant turn in 1952 with a luxury sports car called the Pan American, but it never saw production. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for September 12, 2025
Mercedes is pricing its AMG E53 Hybrid wagon well below comparable BMW and Audi wagons. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
1985: Buick’s Biggest Year
In 1985, Buick recorded its best year ever in North America, racking up just over one million sales with a surprisingly diverse product line. Continue reading
A Fortunately Forgotten Ford Failure: 1958 Ford-Aire Suspension
In 1958, Ford jumped on the Motor City’s air-suspension bandwagon, but then quickly jumped back off. Continue reading