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On Display at the IMS Museum: The Race Cars of AJ Foyt

Posted on May 3, 2017 by MCG

An impressive new exhibit at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum celebrates the career of AJ Foyt with more than 30 of his historic race cars. Here are a few examples from the once-in-a-lifetime show.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged AJ Foyt, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Museum

Video: Bill Holland Tests the 1956 Studebaker Golden Hawk

Posted on May 2, 2017 by MCG

Join 1949 Indy 500 winner Bill Holland as he beats the tar out of Studebaker’s family sports car for 1956, the 275-hp Golden Hawk. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Bill Holland, Studebaker, Studebaker Golden Hawk

MCG Executive Briefing for May 1, 2017

Posted on May 1, 2017 by MCG

This 1954 Willys pickup will be part of a new exhibit called Designed for Delivery: The Early American Truck, opening on May 20 at the Gilmore Car Museum in Hickory Corners, Michigan. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: Engineering the BMC Mini, 1959

Posted on April 29, 2017 by MCG

Like the Model T Ford and the Volkswagen Beetle, the Mini revolutionized the auto industry. This 1959 BMC promotional film takes us behind the scenes to where it all began. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Austin Mini, BMC Mini

MCG Executive Briefing for April 28, 2017

Posted on April 28, 2017 by MCG

This stylish 1941 Packard One Eighty Convertible Victoria by Darrin is expected to bring $375,000 to $425,000 at the Auctions America Auburn Spring Sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Video: Torture-Testing the 1951 Fords

Posted on April 27, 2017 by MCG

Here’s a treat, fellow gearheads: a look inside the vehicle testing procedures at the Ford Motor Company in 1951, including some rare behind-the-scenes footage at the Dearborn Proving Ground. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford

Video: Introducing the Revolutionary 1955 Chevrolet V8

Posted on April 25, 2017 by MCG

This great old GM promotional film from the legendary Jam Handy introduces an all-new Chevrolet feature for 1955:  the sensational 265 cubic-inch Turbo-Fire V8. Get the “confidential” info here. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1955 Chevrolet, Chevrolet

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