Students of American automobile history won’t want to miss this little four-minute film from fall of 1957. Here, Henry Ford II personally makes the case for the 1958 Edsel. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for July 20, 2018
The Dallara DW12 Honda in which rookie Alexander Rossi won the 2016 Indy 500 will be among the featured offerings at the Mecum Auctions Monterey sale next month. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Video: Marketing the Renault Dauphine in America
The Renault Dauphine was a big success worldwide, but not so much in the USA. Here’s the sales pitch to American car buyers. Continue reading
Video: Presenting the 1966 American Motors Marlin
With hip ’60s messaging, American Motors battles to shake off its granny-car image in this classic television spot for the sporty Marlin fastback. Continue reading
Video: Engineering the 1958 Firebird III Turbine Dream Car
This rare General Motors film from 1958, in clear, beautiful color, details the design and construction of the Firebird III turbine-powered dream car. There are countless fascinating technical insights here—have a look. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for July 16, 2018
This 1961 Aston Martin DB4GT Zagato with Essex Racing provenance brought more than $13.26 million at the record-breaking Bonhams Goodwood sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Video: Ed Sullivan Pitches the 1957 Mercury Line
Here’s the one and only Ed Sullivan, the Toast of the Town himself, to pitch the 1957 Mercury line. This three-minute promo touts all the great new features. Continue reading