With improvements aplenty, the 1950 Ford line was marketed as “50 ways new, 50 ways better!” Here’s the confident sales pitch in an original Ford theatrical reel. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for March 9, 2018
This 1968 Porsche 908K is among the early consignments at the 2018 RM Sotheby’s Monterey sale on August 24-25, where it is expected to bring up to $2.8 million. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Video: The Daytona Beach Speed Trials of 1957
Before the giant oval track was built at Daytona, they raced on the beach in a variety of events. Here’s some great footage of the NASCAR Daytona speed trials for 1957, featuring the measured mile. Continue reading
Mercury’s Fabulous Failure: The 1956 XM-Turnpike Cruiser
Mercury’s XM-Turnpike Cruiser may have been a flop, but it was an influential one, foreshadowing the division’s 1957-1959 production cars. Let’s circle back for a second look. Continue reading
Video: Introducing the 1962 Corvair Monza Spyder — Turbocharged!
In 1962, Chevrolet introduced its first turbocharged production car, the Corvair Monza Spyder. This action-packed little GM promotional film sings the praises of the sporty turbocharged Corvair. Watch the fun. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for March 5, 2018
Imagine, a 1957 Chevrolet owned by Greg & Judy Hrehovcsik and built by Johnny’s Auto Trim & Rod Shop, is the winner of the 2018 Ridler Award at the Detroit Autorama. Get all the latest Auto Industry News in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Video: Classic Drag Racing Action at the 1966 NHRA World Finals
From Bill “Grumpy” Jenkins to Tom “Mongoose” McEwen, you’ll see all the superstars of the golden age of drag racing in this 1966 film. The scene is the NHRA World Finals from Tulsa, Oklahoma, so strap in and hold on. Continue reading