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Video: Introducing the 1961 Ford Thunderbird

Posted on September 29, 2020 by MCG

Ford continued its winning personal luxury formula with the all-new 1961 Thunderbird, which would eventually become known as the Bullet Bird. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History

MCG Executive Briefing for September 28, 2020

Posted on September 27, 2020 by MCG

Polestar, Volvo’s performance-EV brand, has announced that the Precept concept vehicle will go into production. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Saturday Morning CarTune: One Cab’s Family

Posted on September 26, 2020 by MCG

From the golden age of Hollywood cartoons, here’s a Tex Avery MGM classic about a typical American taxi household, One Cab’s Family. Continue reading →

Posted in CarTune | Tagged One Cab's Family, Tex Avery

MCG Executive Briefing for September 25, 2020

Posted on September 24, 2020 by MCG

This early and significant 1961 Jaguar E-Type coupe will be offered by RM Sotheby’s at its 14th annual London auction, to be held online this year. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Video: Introducing the 1978 Ford Fairmont Futura

Posted on September 24, 2020 by MCG

Meet the Fairmont Futura, Ford’s downsized and affordable personal luxury coupe for 1978. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford, Ford Fairmont Futura, Ford Motor Company, Fox Body

The Plot to Save Studebaker

Posted on September 23, 2020 by MCG

In late 1963, two auto industry legends, Brooks Stevens and Charles Sorensen, joined forces in a last-ditch attempt to revive Studebaker.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Brooks Stevens, Charles Sorensen, Studebaker

GM’s Fleeting Fastback Phase: The 1941-52 Streamliners

Posted on September 22, 2020 by MCG

When the GM streamliners first made their appearance in 1941, they looked like the most advanced cars on the road. But the futuristic shape didn’t age well, lasting barely a decade. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Buick Sedanet, General Motors, Oldsmobile

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