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Triumph on the Track: a 1950 Ford Motor Company Film

Posted on April 21, 2021 by MCG

Let’s visit the Dearborn Proving Grounds, where the Ford engineers are busy torturing the 1950 model line.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1950 Ford, Ford, Ford Motor Company

Video: The Astounding One-Wheeled Autos of Charles F. Taylor

Posted on April 20, 2021 by MCG

Bless the pioneers and visionaries of the automotive industry. Thanks to them, our world is so much richer. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Charles F. Taylor, One-wheel automobile

MCG Executive Briefing for April 19, 2021

Posted on April 18, 2021 by MCG

This 1930 Duesenberg SJ Rollston Convertible Victoria will be among the star attractions at the annual Mecum Indy auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: Meet the 1970 Ford Maverick, the Simple Machine

Posted on April 17, 2021 by MCG

Simple to drive, simple to park, simple to repair, simple to own: Ford marketed the 1970 Maverick as The Simple Machine.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1970 Maverick, Ford Maverick, Ford Motor Company

MCG Executive Briefing for April 16, 2021

Posted on April 15, 2021 by MCG

Hyundai has formally unveiled the much-awaited Santa Cruz, a four-door compact pickup based on the Tuscon SUV. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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1926: Packard Pioneers the Hypoid Final Drive

Posted on April 15, 2021 by MCG

In 1926, the Packard Motor Car Company introduced the hypoid drive axle to the Motor City, and the rest of the industry wouldn’t catch up for another decade. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Gleason Gear Works, Hypoid, Packard, Packard Motor Car Company

A Quick History of the GMC 6-71 Blower

Posted on April 14, 2021 by MCG

Most gearheads will instantly recognize the familiar GMC 6-71 blower, but its original application and backstory remain relatively unknown. Let’s explore.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Detroit Diesel, GMC 6-71 blower, Roots blower

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