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Video: The 1965 Geneva Motor Show

Posted on April 8, 2017 by MCG

The Geneva Motor Show is one of the world’s oldest automotive events, dating back to 1905. Here’s some great newsreel coverage of the 1965 show with an emphasis on British cars.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Geneva Motor Show

MCG Executive Briefing for April 7, 2017

Posted on April 7, 2017 by MCG

A Bugatti Type 49 Roadster with coachwork by Labourdette of Paris is among the early consignments for the 2017 Bonhams Greenwich auction on June 4. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: GM Progress of Power, 1969

Posted on April 4, 2017 by MCG

In the 1960s, GM led the auto industry with important research in alternative technology, from steam to electric to fuel cells, and the automaker boasted it to the world. This original 1969 GM film tells the story.    Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged General Motors, GM Progress of Power

MCG Executive Briefing for April 3, 2017

Posted on April 3, 2017 by MCG

This 1968 Shelby GT500KR Convertible originally owned by actor Lee Marvin will be offered without reserve at the Barrett-Jackson Palm Beach auction later this week. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: Selling the 1955 DeSoto

Posted on April 1, 2017 by MCG

The 1955 model year was an exciting one for DeSoto, with all-new Forward Look styling and two muscular hemi V8 engines. Here’s Groucho’s sidekick George Fenneman with the sales pitch.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chrysler, Desoto

MCG Executive Briefing for March 31, 2017

Posted on March 31, 2017 by MCG

Bonneville legend Craig Breedlove has received the 2017 Justice Brothers-Shav Glick Award, named in honor of famed motorsports writer Shav Glick. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.   Continue reading →

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Video: Dr. Seuss Sells Ford Parts and Service

Posted on March 28, 2017 by MCG

Are you a fan of The Cat in the Hat, Horton the elephant, and Marvin K. Mooney? Then you’re sure to enjoy this fine little series of theater spots made in 1946-49 by children’s author Dr. Seuss for the Ford Motor Company.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Dr. Seuss, Ford

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