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Video: Introducing the 1961 Chevrolet Impala

Posted on April 10, 2018 by MCG

For Chevrolet, the 1961 model year brought a fresh styling theme and a powerful new engine, the famed 409 V8. Here’s the pitch on the bow-tie brand’s flagship for ’61, the Impala. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1961 Chevrolet Impala, General Motors

Video: A Three-Minute History of Holden

Posted on April 8, 2018 by MCG

Alas, the Holden division of General Motors no longer produces cars on Australian soil. Here’s a quick retrospective on one of the nation’s most beloved brands.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged General Motors, Holden

Station Wagon Dreams: The 1964 Ford Aurora

Posted on April 5, 2018 by MCG

The fabulous Detroit dream car era brought a flood of coupe, sedan, and convertible concepts, while station wagons were relatively rare. Ford took an interesting stab at the category with the 1964 Aurora show car.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged 1964 Ford Aurora, Ford Motor Company

A Video Snapshot of Colin Chapman and Lotus

Posted on April 4, 2018 by MCG

This brief but moving video explores the career of one of the most brilliant and fascinating characters in the history of motorsport: Colin Chapman.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Colin Chapman, Lotus

Video: Presenting the 1971 American Motors Line

Posted on April 3, 2018 by MCG

Here’s the American Motors story for 1971—from the compact Gremlin and Hornet to the loaded and luxurious Ambassador.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged American Motors, Hornet Sportabout

Video: How a 1937-Style Carburetor Works

Posted on March 31, 2018 by MCG

We never get tired of sharing good, solid technical info, especially when there’s an interesting historical angle. Check out this 1937 Chevrolet factory film on the basics of carburetors.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Chevrolet, Jam Handy

Video: Engineering the 1970 Ford GT70

Posted on March 29, 2018 by MCG

Here’s a little-known story in Ford racing history, in the USA anyway: the 1970 Ford GT70. This original factory film details the fascinating Ford of Britain program. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Ford, Ford GT70, Len Bailey

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