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
Video: The Big New Studebaker for 1956
“The only car in the low-priced field that’s really, really new,” boasted Studebaker for 1956. Here’s the pitch on the Big New Studebaker straight from the South Bend automaker. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for March 2, 2018
Nissan will be the featured marque at the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion on August 23-26 at Laguna Seca. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Video: Engineering the 1956 GM Firebird II Turbine Dream Car
Here’s a rare behind-the-scenes look at the construction of the Firebird II, GM’s turbine-powered family dream car for 1956. Continue reading