With the 1951-54 Henry J, Kaiser-Frazer created a cute and memorable car for collectors to enjoy today. But when they were new, the company could barely give them away. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for August 30, 2021
This LS-powered 1970 Malibu will be among a selection of Chevy restomods offered at the inaugural Barrett-Jackson Houston sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
The Argentine Rambler GT Too Good For the USA: IKA Torino
The greatest Rambler American ever produced might not be a true Rambler at all, but the IKA Torino built in Argentina from 1966 to 1981. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for August 27, 2021
At $1.76 million, this 1963 Ferrari GT 250 Lusso was among the top 10 sellers at the Mecum Monterey auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
This Car Ran 100 MPH in 1902. . . And It Was Electric
In 1902, the fastest automobile in the world was electric. At Staten Island, New York, Walter Baker’s Electric Torpedo achieved the miraculous speed of 100 mph. Continue reading
Here’s a General Motors V8 Most Americans Have Never Seen: Holden
From 1969 to 2000, General Motors Holden offered its own V8 engine for the Australian home market. And no, it wasn’t a copy of any previous GM V8. Continue reading
1949 Crosley: Disc Brake Pioneer
In 1949, Crosley was the first auto manufacturer to offer modern-style disc brakes on a production automobile, but the experiment was not a success. Continue reading