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Video: Donald Davidson on the 1911 Marmon Wasp

Posted on October 31, 2020 by MCG

The Marmon Wasp that won the first Indy 500 in 1911 is easily one of the most important race cars in existence. Here, renowned historian Donald Davidson tells its story. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Indianapolis 500, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum, Marmon Wasp, Ray Harroun

MCG Executive Briefing for October 30, 2020

Posted on October 29, 2020 by MCG

GM Defense is building an extreme-capability variant of the Chevy Colorado for the U.S. military, but it won’t be available to the public. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.

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Video: Introducing the 1985 Pontiac Firebird Trans-Am

Posted on October 29, 2020 by MCG

Here’s a detailed look at one of the of the most popular American performance cars of 1985, the Pontiac FIrebird Trans-Am.    Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged General Motors, Pontiac, Pontiac Firebird, Pontiac Firebird Trans-Am

The Strange Tale of the 1961-66 Ford Wrongbed Pickups

Posted on October 27, 2020 by MCG

Between 1961 and 1966, Ford built some pickups that didn’t look quite right. Ford truck enthusiasts call these machines the Wrongbed pickups.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford, Ford F-100, Ford Motor Company, Ford Wrongbed

MCG Executive Briefing for October 26, 2020

Posted on October 25, 2020 by MCG

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles has confirmed that the aging but elegant Chrysler 300 will remain in production through 2023. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.

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VROOOM! A 1974 Drag Racing Film

Posted on October 24, 2020 by MCG

Relive the golden age of drag racing in this 1974 color film that features Don Garlits, Shirley Muldowney, and many more. Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports | Tagged 1974 NHRA WInternationals, Don Garlits, NHRA

MCG Executive Briefing for October 23, 2020

Posted on October 22, 2020 by MCG

With a final price of $214,500, this 1967 Mustang Shelby GT500 was among the top 10 sellers at the Mecum Dallas auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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