In 1940, the Packard Motor Car Company was the first U.S. auto manufacturer to offer air conditioning as a factory production option. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for February 14, 2022
The 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300SL formerly owned by Grand Prix legend Juan Fangio is offered for sale by private bid through RM Sotheby’s. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Another Bow-Tie Never-Was: A 1962 Chevy II El Camino
General Motors has experimented with the El Camino theme in nearly endless ways through the years. For example, check out this proposed 1962 Chevy II-based pickup. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for February 11, 2022
At $500,976, this 1960 Aston Martin DB$ GT was among the top 10 sellers at the Bonhams Paris sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Spaced Out: The 1958-59 Fisher Body Advertising Campaign
If you’re into mid-century retro-futurism, here’s a special treat: Fisher Body’s 1958-59 print ad campaign, which featured some some truly spaced-out illustrations. Continue reading
The Amazing Metal Art of Rae Ripple
Rae Ripple is easily one of the most creative and original metal artists working today, and automobiles are just part of her repertoire. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for February 7, 2022
This 1959 Ferrari 250 GT Series II Cabriolet brought $1.306 million at the RM Sotheby’s Paris Sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading