This 1979 Porsche 935 driven by Paul Newman in the 24 Hours of Le Mans will be among the stars at the 2016 Gooding Pebble Beach auction, where it could bring $4.5 million to $5.5 million. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
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Video: Andre Mercier and his Amazing Acrobatic Auto of 1926
From the day the automobile was invented, it seems, people have been thinking up fun and silly things to do with them. Watch Andre Mercier with his wonderful Acrobatic Auto, a French sensation of 1926. Continue reading
Video: Mickey Mouse Pitches the 1955 Nash line
Who knew? It turns out Mickey Mouse was a Nash man all the way. Check out these vintage commercial spots starring America’s most beloved rodent as he sells the Nash model line for 1955. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for July 4, 2016
The very first Shelby Cobra roadster—serial CSX 2000—will be offered at auction in the RM Sotheby’s Monterey Sale during Pebble Beach Classic Car Week next month. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Five Fabulous but Forgotten Ford Concept Cars
Not every factory concept car makes it to the production line, but they all have a story. Here are five fascinating examples from the Ford Motor Company over the years. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for July 1, 2016
Formerly driven by American legends Phil Hill, Carroll Shelby, and Jim Hall, this 1955 Ferrari Monza 750 is expected to bring $4 million to $5.5 million at the RM Sotheby’s Monterey sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Video: American Drag Racers Invade England, 1964
In bright, beautiful color, presenting a classic drag racing moment: when American hot rodders crossed the pond to compete in Britain’s 1964 International Drag Festival. Here are two minutes of newsreel heaven. Continue reading