In the ’30s, Ford enjoyed a powerful selling advantage over the rest of the low-priced field: a V8 engine. Ford called the V8 “the mark of the modern car.” Continue reading
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The 2025 Greenfield Village Motor Muster
The annual Motor Muster at Greenfield Village in Dearborn, Michigan is a beloved tradition of Father’s Day weekend. Here’s our review with a big photo gallery. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for June 16, 2025
Corvette engineers are reportedly planning to break the Mustang GTD’s track record at the Nürburgring. Get all the latest automotive news in the Executive Briefing.
The Chevrolet That Defeated Henry Ford: 1927 Capitol Series AA
In 1927, Chevrolet knocked the Model T Ford from its perennial number one spot, with more than a little help from Henry Ford himself. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for June 13, 2025
Toyota unveiled a new hydrogen-powered racing concept in advance of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Get all the latest automotive news in the Executive Briefing.
Motor City Pioneer: The 1909-12 Hupmobile Model 20
It’s nearly forgotten today, but the Hupmobile 20 was one of the most advanced and important cars of Detroit’s early auto industry. Continue reading
A Chrysler Corporation Coup: The 1939 Plymouth Convertible
Oddly enough, Plymouth was the only Chrysler division to offer a convertible in 1939. Here’s how that came about. Continue reading