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Video: Marketing the 1969 AMX

Posted on March 10, 2019 by MCG

As the smallest of the Detroit automakers, little American Motors was careful not to take itself too seriously. Check out this tongue-in-cheek spot for the 1969 AMX.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged American Motors, American Motors AMX

Video: Inside a NASCAR Transmission

Posted on March 9, 2019 by MCG

Here’s a fascinating look inside a NASCAR four-speed gearbox—simple, rugged, and rooted in old-time Detroit production technology. Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports, Technology | Tagged G-Force transmission, NASCAR

MCG Executive Briefing for March 8, 2019

Posted on March 8, 2019 by MCG

The 50th anniversary of the introduction of the Datsun 240Z will be celebrated with a special class at the Hemmings Motor News Concours d’Elegance. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.   Continue reading →

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Video: 1957 Chevrolet—Safety Built In

Posted on March 6, 2019 by MCG

Chevrolet and Ford took very different approaches to automotive safety in 1957. Here’s the Chevy perspective in an original Jam Handy dealer film.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1957 Chevrolet, Chevrolet, General Motors, Jam Handy

Video: Bernie Kopell Pitches the 1967 Ford Mustang

Posted on March 5, 2019 by MCG

Here’s America’s beloved character actor Bernie Koppell, star of The Love Boat among his many credits, in a commercial pitch for the 1967 Ford Mustang.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford Motor Company, Ford Mustang

MCG Executive Briefing for March 4, 2019

Posted on March 4, 2019 by MCG

The Carlisle 2019 Ford Nationals on May 31-June 2 in Carlisle, Pennsylvania will celebrate 40 years of the 1979-1993 Fox-body Mustang. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: A Few Choice Words From Smokey Yunick

Posted on March 2, 2019 by MCG

Smokey Yunick was racing’s American folk hero. Here’s Smokey himself circa 1996, offering his unique opinions on NASCAR, Bill France Jr, his old friend AJ Foyt, and other choice topics.
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Posted in Auto History | Tagged NASCAR, Smokey Yunick

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