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Video: The Crazy Rocketman and his Pulsejet Go-Kart

Posted on August 12, 2022 by MCG

Now this is different: a go-kart propelled by a custom-built pulsejet engine. See the Beast in action here. Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports, Technology | Tagged Crazy Rocketman, Pulsejet engine, Robert Maddox

MCG Executive Briefing for August 12, 2022

Posted on August 11, 2022 by MCG

GMC has unveiled the 2023 Canyon midsized pickup, with production scheduled to begin next spring. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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A Jeep for the Atomic Age: The 1959 Willys Super Mule

Posted on August 10, 2022 by MCG

Willys Motors proposed this novel design for a four-wheel-drive utility vehicle in 1959, but the United States military respectfully declined. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Willys Mechanical Mule, Willys Motors, Willys Super Mule

Pontiac’s Famous 1965 GTO Tiger Commercial

Posted on August 9, 2022 by MCG

For 1965, the Pontiac Motor Division used a real, live tiger to tell the GTO story.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1965 Pontiac GTO, GTO Tiger, Pontiac, Pontiac GTO

MCG Executive Briefing for August 8, 2022

Posted on August 7, 2022 by MCG

After issuing a recall to correct a hub defect that could cause wheels to fall off, Toyota has now tendered a buyback offer to bZ4X electric vehicle owners. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: Wally and Beaver Cleaver Introduce the 1960 Fords

Posted on August 5, 2022 by MCG

Get reacquainted with brothers Wally and Beaver Cleaver from Leave it to Beaver in this charming promotional reel for the 1960 Ford line. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1960 Ford, Ford, Leave it to Beaver

MCG Executive Briefing for August 5, 2022

Posted on August 4, 2022 by MCG

Volkswagen has announced pricing for the 2023 ID.4 electric crossover, including a reduced-cost model that lists for $38,790. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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