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Video: The Return of the Inline Six

Posted on August 17, 2019 by MCG

Considered dead and buried not too long ago, the inline-six engine is back in vogue with the global auto manufacturers. Jason Fenske of Engineering Explained breaks it down for us. Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged Engineering Explained, Inline Six

MCG Executive Briefing for August 16, 2019

Posted on August 16, 2019 by MCG

The 1968 Mustang driven by Steve McQueen in Bullitt is expected to set a record price at the Mecum Kissimmee sale in January. the Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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If Cadillac Made a Pickup

Posted on August 14, 2019 by MCG

Many a Cadillac fan has wished for an El Camino-style pickup version of their favorite luxury cruiser, and a few builders managed to make their dreams come true. Photos courtesy of Barrett-Jackson.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Cadillac, Cadillac Caribou, Cadillac Mirage, Cadillac Pickup, General Motors

Market Watch: 1954 Kurtis 500S

Posted on August 13, 2019 by MCG

The closest thing you will ever find to an Indy roadster for the street, the Kurtis 500S is one of America’s great sports cars. This rare example will be offered at the Mecum Monterey sale. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Market Watch | Tagged Frank Kurtis, Kurtis 500S

MCG Executive Briefing for August 12, 2019

Posted on August 12, 2019 by MCG

This replica Ferrari Spyder California used in the teen movie Ferris Bueller’s Day Off is expected to bring up to $400,000 at the Mecum Monterey sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: Adorable Model Engine Handcrafted From Cardboard

Posted on August 11, 2019 by MCG

Check out this beautiful and whimsical model engine built entirely from cardboard, ice-cream sticks, and household scraps. Continue reading →

Posted in Models & Miniatures, Technology | Tagged Cardboard Engine, Liberman

Jay Leno Says the Internal-Combustion Automobile is History

Posted on August 10, 2019 by MCG

Nobody loves the internal combustion automobile more than Jay Leno, it’s fair to say. But he says its days are numbered. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Jay Leno, Jay Leno's Garage

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