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Video: Horsepower is Dumb

Posted on December 16, 2020 by MCG

The notion of horsepower has long since outlived its usefulness. If you’ve got 12 minutes, here’s an excellent explanation. Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged Engineering Explained, Horsepower, Watt

Video: How a Manual Transmission Works

Posted on September 19, 2020 by MCG

Ever wonder exactly how a traditional manual transmission operates? Here’s an entertaining and educational look inside, courtesy of a 1936 Chevrolet film. Continue reading →

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

Raising The Bar: Cadillac’s Magnificent 1930 V16

Posted on August 1, 2020 by MCG

When it was introduced in 1930, Cadillac’s mighty V16 engine represented the pinnacle of automotive engineering. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Cadillac, Cadillac V16, General Motors, Owen Nacker

7 Motors and 1,400 Horsepower: Ford’s Mustang Mach-E 1400

Posted on July 28, 2020 by MCG

To showcase the new Mustang Mach-E and the automaker’s electric vehicle capabilities, the Ford Motor Company created a monster.    Continue reading →

Posted in Industry News, New Cars, Technology

Video: The 2020 Mid-Engine Corvette Under the Skin

Posted on July 21, 2020 by MCG

As the 2020 C8 Corvette enters the enthusiast world, we learn more of its impressive engineering features every day.  Here, with the help of a cutaway display, we find out a few more.   Continue reading →

Posted in Industry News, Technology | Tagged C8 Corvette, Chevrolet Corvette, Mid-Engine Corvette

Video: Farewell to the Morgan Steel Chassis

Posted on July 15, 2020 by MCG

After 84 years, legendary British car maker Morgan has switched from its traditional steel chassis to modern aluminum construction. This video records the end of an era. Continue reading →

Posted in New Cars, Technology

Secrets of the Ford Boss 429 V8

Posted on July 9, 2020 by MCG

The Boss 429 V8 was offered in a production car for only two years, but its impact on the Ford performance scene has continued for decades. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Boss 429 Mustang, Boss 429 V8, Ford, Ford Motor Company

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