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Fastback Forerunner: The 1965 Dodge Charger II Concept

Posted on August 1, 2022 by MCG

This dramatic design was at one point slated to become the next Chrysler Turbine, but instead it foreshadowed the 1966 Dodge Charger production car. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Carl Cameron, Chrysler Corporation, Dodge Charger, Dodge Charger II

MCG Executive Briefing for August 1, 2022

Posted on July 31, 2022 by MCG

This Aston Martin DB5 replica stunt car used in the 2021 Bond film No Time to Die is expected to bring $2.4 milion or more in a charity auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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The Miraculous Many-Wheeled Machines of Milton O. Reeves

Posted on July 30, 2022 by MCG

Most everyone has seen the old photos of the Reeves Octoauto and Sextoauto, but there’s a great deal more to the story. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Milton O. Reeves, Octo-Auto

MCG Executive Briefing for July 29, 2022

Posted on July 28, 2022 by MCG

Chevrolet has rolled out its all-new Coloradio midsize pickup, which will be offered only in crew-cab shortbed form with four-cylinder engines. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video Dyno Test: Does the Tesla S Plaid Really Make 1020 Horsepower?

Posted on July 27, 2022 by MCG

When the Tesla S Plaid was introduced, its official power rating raised a few eyebrows. Does it really produce 1020 horsepower? Let’s find out. Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged Tesla S Plaid

When Oldsmobile Built Trucks

Posted on July 27, 2022 by MCG

Yes, it’s true: In its early years, Oldsmobile produced trucks—and by the thousands, too. Let’s take a closer look at them. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Oldsmobile, Oldsmobile Economy Truck

Dearborn Royalty: The 1955-56 Ford Crown Victoria

Posted on July 26, 2022 by MCG

In 1955-56, the Ford Motor Company produced a car so regal that it wore a stainless steel tiara on its roof: the Fairlane Crown Victoria. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford, Ford Crown Victoria

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