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MCG Executive Briefing for March 22, 2019

Posted on March 22, 2019 by MCG

All five diesel-powered Cummins Specials that raced in the Indianapolis 500 will be united for the first time at the Speedway this May. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: Introducing the 1964 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk

Posted on March 20, 2019 by MCG

The 1964 Studebaker Gran Turismo Hawk was the last of the breed. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Brooks Stevens, Studebaker, Studebaker Hawk, Studebaker Hawk Gran Turismo

Video: Introducing the 1966 AMC Ambassador

Posted on March 19, 2019 by MCG

Better known for its compact cars in the ’60s, American Motors made a play for the full-size field with the conservative but nicely-appointed Ambassador.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged AMC, AMC Ambassador, American Motors

MCG Executive Briefing for March 18, 2019

Posted on March 18, 2019 by MCG

The very first Porsche 917, built in 1969 but never raced in competition, has been carefully restored for a company exhibit. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.   Continue reading →

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Video: The 2019 Mercedes Formula 1 Steering Wheel

Posted on March 16, 2019 by MCG

With its dozens of switches and selectors, the steering wheel is the nerve center of a modern Formula 1 car. Here’s a breakdown on the Mercedes AMG piece for 2019.  Continue reading →

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Atom Age Marvel: The 1954 Ford FX Atmos

Posted on March 16, 2019 by MCG

Straight out of the nuclear age came the sensational FX Atmos, Ford’s 1954 Chicago Auto Show dream car. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Ford FX Atmos, Ford Motor Company

MCG Executive Briefing for March 15, 2019

Posted on March 15, 2019 by MCG

At $1.765 million, this rare 1930 Packard 734 Boattail Runabout was the top seller at the Gooding & Company Amelia Island sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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