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Tested: the Blizzerator

Posted on January 30, 2014 by MCG

So… how’s your winter so far? Presenting the poleaxe, the naganita, the fauchard of snow and ice scrapers: the Blizzerator. MCG gives this premium tool a timely review.  Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged Blizzerator

Formula One 2014: ugliest race cars in history?

Posted on January 30, 2014 by MCG

Truly, these are faces only an aerodynamics engineer could love. This year’s crop of F1 racers are among the oddest-looking automobiles ever built. Brace yourself as we go in for a closer look.  Continue reading →

Posted in Industry News, Technology | Tagged Formula One

Video: Tiny 45cc V8 with electronic fuel injection runs like a charm

Posted on January 29, 2014 by MCG

From the miniature miracle engine files: Here’s a handbuilt 45cc V8 (that’s 2.75 cubic inches, folks) using Megasquirt EFI—and it runs beautifully. Check this out.  Continue reading →

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A Closer Look at the 1924 Packard Single Eight

Posted on January 21, 2014 by MCG

In the summer of 1923, there was a war on in the Motor City: Cadillac, Lincoln and Packard were battling to build America’s most advanced luxury cars. Packard’s contribution was the innovative 1924 Single Eight.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design, Technology

Video: An introduction to 3D printing

Posted on January 18, 2014 by MCG

The emerging technology of 3D printing has huge potential for both the auto industry and the enthusiast world alike. We hear you want to know more, so here’s a great little video introduction by PBS Digital Studios.  Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged 3D printing

Video: Porsche 911 Targa roof in action

Posted on January 16, 2014 by MCG

Because there’s no substitute for actually seeing it in operation, here’s a Porsche video showing how the automated top works on the new 911 Targa.  Continue reading →

Posted in Design, Industry News, Technology | Tagged Porsche Targa

First look: 2014 North American International Auto Show

Posted on January 14, 2014 by MCG

From Cobo Center in downtown Detroit, here’s a photo essay of day one at the North American International Auto Show.  Continue reading →

Posted in Design, Industry News, Technology | Tagged NAIAS

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