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The Power to Fly: The Wright Brothers’ 1903 Engine

Posted on January 4, 2020 by MCG

When the Wright brothers set out to fly in 1903, there were no engines on the market capable of powering their aircraft. So they built their own, and it’s a remarkable design. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Charles A. Taylor, Wright Brothers, Wright Flyer

Video: The Dual-Clutch Transmission Explained

Posted on December 31, 2019 by MCG

Here’s a quick little video with a simple and elegant explanation of the dual-clutch transmission.    Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged 2020 C8 Corvette, 2020 Shelby GT500, Dual-Clutch Transmissions

Video: The Secret Life of the Automobile

Posted on December 15, 2019 by MCG

From Karl Benz to photochemical smog, here’s an entertaining and insightful history of the auto industry from The Secret Life of Machines.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged The Secret Life of Machines

Time Lapse Engine Rebuild: Harley-Davidson Sportster V-Twin

Posted on December 3, 2019 by MCG

Here’s another choice feature in the Hagerty time-lapse rebuild series: the classic Harley-Davidson Sportster Ironhead V-Twin. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Hagerty Redline Rebuild, Harley-Davidson, Harley-Davidson Sportster

Technical Difficulties: An Update

Posted on November 20, 2019 by MCG

Here’s an update on our efforts to get Mac’s Motor City Garage running properly again. Continue reading →

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Video: Is Horsepower Overrated?

Posted on October 26, 2019 by MCG

Do car enthusiasts obsess too much about horsepower? The always insightful Jason Fenske of Engineering Explained has some compelling thoughts on the matter. Continue reading →

Posted in Industry News, Technology | Tagged Engineering Explained, Mazda Miata MX-5

Video: The Return of the Inline Six

Posted on August 17, 2019 by MCG

Considered dead and buried not too long ago, the inline-six engine is back in vogue with the global auto manufacturers. Jason Fenske of Engineering Explained breaks it down for us. Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged Engineering Explained, Inline Six

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