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Riding On Air: The 1959 Ford Levacar Mach I

Posted on January 2, 2023 by MCG

Here’s one of the craziest and cutest experimental prototypes from Ford engineering in the Fifties, the Levacar Mach I.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Andrew A. Kucher, Ford Levacar Mach I, Ford Motor Company

MCG Executive Briefing for January 2, 2023

Posted on January 1, 2023 by MCG

The Porsche  911 GT1 Strassenversion is among the cars now eligible for importation to the USA under the federal 25-year rule. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Station Wagon Dreams: The 1958 Plymouth Cabana

Posted on January 1, 2023 by MCG

Finally, a dream car for the whole family. Let’s take a closer look at the 1958 Plymouth Cabana station wagon. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Chrysler, John Samsen, Plymouth, Plymouth Cabana

Video: Introducing the 1961 Chevrolet Impala Convertible

Posted on December 30, 2022 by MCG

In 1961, the Chevrolet Impala was the best-selling convertible in the USA. Seeing it in action here, it might not be difficult to see why. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1961 Chevrolet, Chevrolet, Chevrolet Impala, Joel Aldred

Video: NHRA Wild Rides of 2022

Posted on December 30, 2022 by MCG

Tighten up your belts. It’s time for the 2022 edition of NHRA WIld Rides, featuring the most spectacular crashes and explosions of the season. Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports | Tagged NHRA, NHRA Wild Rides

MCG Executive Briefing for December 30, 2022

Posted on December 29, 2022 by MCG

This 1969 Corvette Stingray ZL1 is expected to bring up to $3 million at auction, and it could become the most expensive Corvette in auction history. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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One Last Look at the Forward Look: Chrysler For 1961

Posted on December 28, 2022 by MCG

Chrysler Corporation design chief Virgil Exner was a style leader of the Motor City with his dramatic Forward Look theme, and it reached its finale with the 1961 Chryslers. Continue reading →

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