Relive Mario Andretti’s surpising victory in the Indy 500 in this original 1969 Ford color film. Continue reading
Video: Ford’s 1975 “The Closer You Look” Quality Campaign
In 1975, Ford tried to turn the page on the growing complaints of poor quality with a remarkable marketing campaign called “The Closer You Look.” Continue reading
America’s Sweetheart: the Renault Dauphine?
Strange but true: The charming but quirky Renault Dauphine was once one of the best-selling import cars in the United States. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for May 23, 2022
This 1966 Shelby Mustang GT350, owned by the original buyer for 56 years, sold for nearly $400,000 at the Mecum Indy auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Fastback Flops: The 1978-80 GM Aerobacks
The 1978-80 Aeroback cars from General Motors featured fresh and distinctive styling, but American car buyers instantly turned up their noses at the unusual look. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for May 20, 2022
This 1967 Ferrari 275 GTS was among the top sellers at the Bonhams Monaco sale, hammering down for $1.58 million. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Forgotten Giant: The King-Bugatti-Duesenberg U16
For the Allied effort in World War I, the talents of three future automotive legends came together to produce an aircraft engine that, unfortunately, never saw duty in combat. Still, it’s a fascinating story. Continue reading