In advance of the Geneva Auto Show, Audi has unveiled its second-generation R8 line, which includes 5.2-liter V10 models in both 540 hp and 610 hp tune. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Video: Chrysler at the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair
This short film piece features Chrysler’s presentation at the International Century of Progress Exposition, known to all as the 1933 Chicago World’s Fair. Includes some fancy thrill driving—watch.
A V8 That Never Was: the Kaiser-Frazer 288
Think you’ve seen everything in American V8s? Here’s one that never saw the light of day: the 1951 Kaiser-Frazer 288. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for February 23, 2015
Joey Logano drafted past Jimmie Johnson with nine laps remaining to win the 2015 Daytona 500 in his Penske Racing Ford. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for February 20, 2015
Formerly owned by actor Steve McQueen, this rare 1915 Cyclone V-Twin board racer could bring up to $750,000 at the Mecum Auctions E.J. Cole collection sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
The Classic Gasser Photos of Wayne Arteaga
REVISED AND UPDATED WITH NEW, FIRST-HAND INFO AND PHOTOS — These awesome photos, snapped back in the ’60s by Wayne Arteaga at his backyard race shop, capture a priceless moment in the golden age of drag racing. Check them out.
Video: Basics of the English Wheel
Ever wondered exactly how an English wheel works? This great little video by metalworking guru Lazze demonstrates several key principles of the venerable panel-forming tool—and an important secret. Watch this. Continue reading