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Video: Unleashing the 2018 Challenger SRT Demon

Posted on April 13, 2017 by MCG

At the New York Auto Show this week, Dodge finally unveiled its much-touted Challenger SRT Demon. What’s an 840-hp road car good for, anyway? Dodge boss Tim Kuniskis provides some explanation.   Continue reading →

Posted in New Cars, Technology | Tagged Dodge, Dodge SRT Demon

Mid-Engine Corvette Prototypes: A Brief History

Posted on April 12, 2017 by MCG

Mid-engine prototypes—and rumors and speculation about them—are a major part of Corvette lore. Here we take a quick look back at a few memorable examples. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Chevrolet, Corvette

Video: Selling the 1963 Studebaker Avanti

Posted on April 11, 2017 by MCG

The 1963 Avanti was the last major introduction by Studebaker, but it was one of the most memorable in the company’s 114-year history. Here’s an original factory clip pitching the distinctive South Bend GT.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Studebaker, Studebaker Avanti

MCG Executive Briefing for April 10, 2017

Posted on April 10, 2017 by MCG

This 1937 Talbot-Lago T150-C SS Goute d’Eau Coupe by Figoni et Falaschi is expected to bring up to $4.45 million at the RM Sotheby’s Villa d’Este auction in Lake Como, Italy. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Secrets of the 1948-1954 Step-Down Hudson

Posted on April 9, 2017 by MCG

With its 1948-1954 Step-Down series, Hudson introduced a truly different car to the postwar American automotive scene. Here’s more on these distinctive and fascinating vehicles.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Hudson, Hudson Hornet, Hudson Motor Car Co., Twin-H Power

Video: The 1965 Geneva Motor Show

Posted on April 8, 2017 by MCG

The Geneva Motor Show is one of the world’s oldest automotive events, dating back to 1905. Here’s some great newsreel coverage of the 1965 show with an emphasis on British cars.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Geneva Motor Show

MCG Executive Briefing for April 7, 2017

Posted on April 7, 2017 by MCG

A Bugatti Type 49 Roadster with coachwork by Labourdette of Paris is among the early consignments for the 2017 Bonhams Greenwich auction on June 4. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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