The Big Three’s experiments with the gas turbine engine may not have been successful, but they were memorable. This rare Ford clip features Big Red, the Ford turbine truck of 1964. See the mammoth rig in action here. Continue reading
Video: 1967 British International Motor Show
Live from Earl’s Court! Well, no. Actually, it was 49 years ago. In clear, vibrant color, here’s awesome coverage of the 1967 British International Motor Show. Check out all the great new production models and concepts for ’67. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for February 8, 2016
One of just four built and formerly driven by legends Moss, Hawthorn, and Von Trips, this 1957 Ferrari 335 S Scaglietti sold for a near-record $35.7 million at Artcurial Paris. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
The American Motors Marlin Story
With its dramatic styling and economy-car roots, the Marlin is one of the more intriguing domestic cars of the Sixties. Using rare facts and photos, here’s the story of how the fastback Rambler came to be—and what became of it. Continue reading
The Last DeSoto
On November 30, 1960, the final DeSoto rolled off the line at Chrysler’s Jefferson Avenue plant. Here’s a brief look back at the Chrysler brand that, in 33 years of production, never quite found a niche. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for February 5, 2016
With only 7.9 miles showing on its odometer, this nearly flawless 1979 Pontiac Trans-Am 10th Anniversary Edition sold for $187,000, far beyond the market, at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
The Brooks Stevens Evinrude Lakester
Is it a speedboat? A sports car? Both? Neither? It’s the fabulous Evinrude Lakester concept created by famed industrial designer Brooks Stevens. Here’s a closer look at this singular machine. Continue reading