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MCG Executive Briefing for June 16, 2025

Posted on June 15, 2025 by MCG

Corvette engineers are reportedly planning to break the Mustang GTD’s track record at the Nürburgring. Get all the latest automotive news in the Executive Briefing.

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The Chevrolet That Defeated Henry Ford: 1927 Capitol Series AA

Posted on June 13, 2025 by MCG

In 1927, Chevrolet knocked the Model T Ford from its perennial number one spot, with more than a little help from Henry Ford himself. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1927 Chevrolet, Alfred P. Sloan, Chevrolet, Chevrolet Capitol Series AA, General Motors, William S. Knudsen

MCG Executive Briefing for June 13, 2025

Posted on June 12, 2025 by MCG

Toyota unveiled a new hydrogen-powered racing concept in advance of the 24 Hours of Le Mans. Get all the latest automotive news in the Executive Briefing.

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Motor City Pioneer: The 1909-12 Hupmobile Model 20

Posted on June 12, 2025 by MCG

It’s nearly forgotten today, but the Hupmobile 20 was one of the most advanced and important cars of Detroit’s early auto industry. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Hupmobile, Hupp Motor Car Company, Robert C. Hupp

A Chrysler Corporation Coup: The 1939 Plymouth Convertible

Posted on June 11, 2025 by MCG

Oddly enough, Plymouth was the only Chrysler division to offer a convertible in 1939. Here’s how that came about. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1939 Plymouth Convertible, Chrysler, Chrysler Corporation, Plymouth

Buick Joins the Muscle Craze: 1965 Skylark Gran Sport

Posted on June 10, 2025 by MCG

Following Pontiac’s lead with the 1964 GTO, Buick introduced its own mid-sized muscle machine in 1965: the Skylark Gran Sport. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1965 Buick Skylark Gran Sport, Buick

MCG Executive Briefing for June 9, 2025

Posted on June 8, 2025 by MCG

Ram is officially returning to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series in 2026. Get all the latest automotive news in the Executive Briefing.

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