New U.S. trade regulations could allow collectors to import vintage American automobiles from Cuba, though many are far from original after decades of improvised repairs. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Video: Mickey Thompson Breaks the 400 MPH Barrier at Bonneville, 1960
On September 9, 1960, Mickey Thompson ran 406.6 mph at Bonneville to become the world’s fastest hot rodder. This awesome two-minute newsreel captures the historic moment perfectly—watch. Continue reading
Henry Ford’s Incredible X-8 Engine
Henry Ford had some world-changing ideas—and some other ideas that went nowhere at all. Here’s the story behind his strange but fascinating X-8 engine. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for October 31, 2016
Described as “half Mustang, half Ford GT” in its visual theme, the 800-hp Mustang GTT from Zero to 60 Designs will debut at the SEMA performance trade show in Las Vegas this week. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Video: Cruz Pedregon Takes a Wild Ride in Las Vegas
Veteran Funny Car driver Cruz Pedregon took one of the crazier rides in drag racing history at the NHRA Toyota Nationals in Las Vegas this past weekend. But fortunately, he nailed the landing. Watch this. Continue reading
Video: Engineering the 1967 Camaro
Get the inside story on the birth of the 1967 Camaro in this original Chevrolet film. Here are tons of great insights on the process and people—please enjoy. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for October 28, 2016
This rare 1968 Firebird coupe with Ram Air II engine and M21 four-speed gearbox is expected to bring $150,000 to $200,000 at the Mecum Auctions Anaheim sale on November 19. Get all the latest automotive news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading