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Video: The 1976 Grand Prix is Pontiac’s Classic Personal Car

Posted on February 6, 2025 by MCG

Now in its 15th year in production, for 1976 the Grand Prix was marketed as “Pontiac’s classic personal car.” Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1976 Pontiac Grand Prix, Pontiac, Pontiac Grand Prix

Video: The 1972 Dodge Pickup is New From the Road to the Roof

Posted on February 4, 2025 by MCG

Totally redesigned for 1972, the new, more civilized Dodge Sweptline pickup was “good for hauling loads and pampering people,” the Dodge boys said. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1972 Dodge Pickup, Chrysler Corporation, Dodge D-series, Dodge Sweptline

Ford’s Two-Door Handy Hauler: the 1952 Ranch Wagon

Posted on February 4, 2025 by MCG

In 1952 Ford introduced the Ranch Wagon, a name that would prove to have considerable staying power in the automaker’s wagon lineup. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1952 Ford, Ford, Ford Ranch Wagon

MCG Executive Briefing for February 3, 2025

Posted on February 2, 2025 by MCG

In response to consumer demand, Ford and other carmakers are rolling out more affordable base models. Get all the latest automotive news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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The Model T’s Forerunner: The 1906-08 Ford Model NRS

Posted on February 1, 2025 by MCG

The Model T was revolutionary, but Henry Ford didn’t pull it out of thin air. It was in large part a careful refinement of his Models N, R, and S of 1906 through 1908. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1906 Ford Model N, Ford, Ford Model NRS, Henry Ford

Video: 1967 Dodge Monaco–It’s Where the Luxury is

Posted on February 1, 2025 by MCG

In 1967, the deluxe full-size member of the Dodge Rebellion was the roomy and luxurious Monaco. Here’s a closer look. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1967 Dodge Monaco, Chrysler Corporation, Dodge

MCG Executive Briefing for January 31, 2025

Posted on January 30, 2025 by MCG

This 1954 Jaguar D-Type works racer is headed to auction at Amelia Island. Get all the latest automotive news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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