Change was in the air at Packard for 1953, as the venerable Motor City automaker rolled out its realigned Packard and Clipper lines. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for February 25, 2019
A new exhibit at the Petersen Automotive Museum features race cars from the collection of Bruce Meyer, including the famed Greer-Black-Prudhomme fuel dragster. Get all the latest industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Video: The Phil Hill Story
Here’s an excellent video biography of Phil Hill, America’s first Formula 1 champion, narrated by another automotive legend, Brock Yates. Continue reading
The Infamous Triumph Rocket III Video
From way back in 2007, here’s one of the motor industry’s earliest viral videos: Triumph’s sendup of its own Rocket III. It’s still great fun, check it out. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for February 22, 2019
This unique 1932 Duesenberg J Rollston Berline will be among the headliners at the Mecum Auctions Arizona sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
A Historic GM Blunder: The 1939 Short Frame Buicks
Goof-ups and recalls are nothing new—they’re as old as the auto industry. Here’s a classic example, the infamous short-framed 1939 Buick. Continue reading
Video: Lee Iacocca Unveils the Dodge Viper
On May 18, 1990, Chrysler brought a trio of heavyweights to the stage for the official introduction of the Dodge Viper: Lee Iacocca, Bob Lutz, and Carroll Shelby. Here’s their presentation. Continue reading