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Video: How the Wankel Rotary Engine Works

Posted on June 29, 2017 by MCG

We love good, simple technical videos. Here’s a clear, solid, and fun explanation of the Mazda rotary engine straight from the source: Toyo Kogyo Ltd. circa 1970. Even if you’re a Wankel expert, we know you’ll enjoy it. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Mazda, Wankel Rotary Engine

Classic British Motorcycles at EyesOn Design 2017

Posted on June 27, 2017 by MCG

The annual EyesOn Design Exhibition always features a motorcycle category, and this year the organizers outdid themselves with a stunning display of classic British bikes. Here’s a quick review.  Continue reading →

Posted in Events | Tagged Classic British Motorcycles, EyesOn Design

Bookshelf: Kar-Kraft by Charlie Henry

Posted on June 26, 2017 by MCG

Charlie Henry has written a fantastic new book that goes deep behind the scenes at Kar-Kraft, Ford’s private racing skunk works in the 1960s. It’s an absolute must-read for race fans and Ford fans alike—here’s our review.   Continue reading →

Posted in Bookshelf | Tagged Ford, Kar Kraft

MCG Executive Briefing for June 26, 2017

Posted on June 26, 2017 by MCG

At $125,000, this 1970 Chevelle SS 454 LS6 with original matching-numbers drivetrain was among the top 10 sales at the Mecum Auctions Portland auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Five Noteworthy Cars at EyesOn Design 2017

Posted on June 25, 2017 by MCG

From a collection of 300 awesome vehicles at last Sunday’s EyesOn Design Automotive Design Exhibition, here are five special cars we’ve selected for a closer look. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Events | Tagged EyesOn Design

Video: Saloon Car Racing at Brands Hatch, 1962

Posted on June 24, 2017 by MCG

From Brands Hatch in 1962, here’s the first endurance road-course race ever held in Britain for production saloon cars. See racing as it really was in this awesome historic newsreel.   Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports | Tagged Brands Hatch, Jaguar Mark 2, Mini-Cooper

MCG Executive Briefing for June 23, 2017

Posted on June 23, 2017 by MCG

A star of the movie Le Mans, this 1970 Porsche 917K is expected to bring up to $16 million at the Gooding and Company Pebble Beach auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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