Futurists have been dreaming of cars that can fly for nearly a century. With this concept from Airbus and Italdesign, the fantasy could move one step closer to reality. Continue reading
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MCG Executive Briefing for March 17, 2017
This rare 1938 Minneapolis-Moline UDLX Comfortractor is expected to bring $165,000 to $200,000 at the Mecum Auctions Spring Classic sale in Davenport, Iowa. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Shop Video: Secrets of Metalworking With the Shrinker Stretcher
The shrinker stretcher is one of the more underestimated metal-forming tools in the shop. This excellent video by Lazze demonstrates a few important secrets of these powerful and flexible machines. Continue reading
Video: Studebaker Avanti Shatters 29 Records at Bonneville
See Andy Granatelli at the top of his game, going fast and making headlines, in this 1962 factory film featuring the fabulous Studebaker Avanti at Bonneville. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for March 13, 2017
This 1955 Ferrari 250 GT with alloy bodywork by Pininfarina was the top seller at the the Bonhams Amelia Island 2017 auction, hammering down for $2.227 million with fees. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Plastic Memories: Monogram’s Big T Model Kit
Here’s what every little gearhead lusted after in 1962: the king of the hot rod model kits, the Monogram Big T. Join us for a closer look at the plastic marvel. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for March 10, 2017
One of six built, this rare 1959 Cadillac Broadmoor Skyview limo is expected to bring $175,000 to $250,000 at this weekend’s Bonhmans Amelia Island Auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading