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Video: Introducing the 1965 Ford Thunderbird

Posted on July 22, 2020 by MCG

By 1965, the Ford Thunderbird had grown into a luxurious 4,500-lb boulevard cruiser with some memorable gee-whiz features. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1965 Thunderbird, Ford Motor Company, Ford Thunderbird

Video: The 2020 Mid-Engine Corvette Under the Skin

Posted on July 21, 2020 by MCG

As the 2020 C8 Corvette enters the enthusiast world, we learn more of its impressive engineering features every day.  Here, with the help of a cutaway display, we find out a few more.   Continue reading →

Posted in Industry News, Technology | Tagged C8 Corvette, Chevrolet Corvette, Mid-Engine Corvette

MCG Executive Briefing for July 20, 2020

Posted on July 19, 2020 by MCG

The Mustang GT350R prototype originally raced by Shelby legend Ken Miles sold for a record $3.85 million at the Mecum Indy auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.
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Smokey Yunick’s Winged Watson-Offy

Posted on July 19, 2020 by MCG

Who was the first to use an aerodynamic wing on a race car? We wouldn’t attempt to tackle that one,  but we can name one of the early adopters: Smokey Yunick at Indy in 1962. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Indianapolis 500, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, Smokey Yunick

The 1964 Ramblers—Built For The Human Race!

Posted on July 18, 2020 by MCG

For 1964, American Motors launched one of the more novel marketing campaigns in Motor City history. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged American Motors, Rambler Ambassador, Rambler American, Rambler Classic

MCG Executive Briefing for July 17, 2020

Posted on July 16, 2020 by MCG

Famed Nissan stylist Yoshihiko Matsuo, lead designer of the game-changing Datsun 240Z, has passed away at 86. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.
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Video: Farewell to the Morgan Steel Chassis

Posted on July 15, 2020 by MCG

After 84 years, legendary British car maker Morgan has switched from its traditional steel chassis to modern aluminum construction. This video records the end of an era. Continue reading →

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