Myth: Nice guys finish last. Gentleman Ned Jarrett laid a historic beating on the NASCAR Grand National field at Darlington in 1965, winning by 14 laps. Here on video are his memories of that dominating performance. Continue reading
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Video: Onboard with Mike Hawthorn in a Jaguar D-Type at Le Mans
Here’s a rare moment in motor racing: The year is 1956, and British national racing hero Mike Hawthorn is taking us on a guided tour of the historic Le Mans circuit in a factory D-Type Jaguar. Enjoy. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for April 18, 2016
An extremely original 426 hemi-powered 1967 Plymouth GTX will be among the star attractions at the 39th annual New England Auto Auction on August 20. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Video: Engineering the 1984 C4 Corvette
See the latest in automotive technology for 1984 on display in this detailed engineering review of the C4 Corvette. Continue reading
Another Look at the Indy Roadster Era
Mac’s Motor City Garage takes a fond look back at maybe the greatest Indy cars ever, the fabulous roadsters. Here’s a brief history and giant photo gallery. Continue reading
Road Runners—an Original 1952 Hot Rodding Film
REVISED AND EXPANDED—This great old film from 1952 shows original hot rods in action all over Southern California—on the streets, at the Santa Ana drag strip, and on the El Mirage dry lake. Don’t miss it. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for April 15, 2016
At $193,000, this 1957 Thunderbird sporting the rare F-Code McCulloch supercharger package was among the top 10 sellers at the Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading