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Bookshelf: Ford Total Performance by Martyn Schorr

Posted on November 3, 2015 by MCG

Schorr coverVeteran automotive journalist Martyn Schorr has a brand new book: Ford Total Performance, focusing on the glory days of Ford racing from 1961 to 1971. Here’s MCG’s review.  Continue reading →

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MCG Executive Briefing for November 2, 2015

Posted on November 2, 2015 by MCG

WintonTop sellers at the annual Bonham’s London to Brighton auction included this 1904 Winton 20 HP Two-Cylinder Detachable Rear-Entrance Tonneau, which hammered down for $200,000. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Jim McCraw visits the 2015 California Hot Rod Reunion

Posted on November 1, 2015 by MCG

22With words and photos, veteran automotive journalist Jim McCraw reports from one of the premier events of the vintage drag racing movement, the California Hot Rod Reunion. This time he’s taken a close-up perspective—check it out.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Hot Rods, Motorsports | Tagged California Hot Rod Reunion

Video: See a Cylinder Block Casting Made From Scratch

Posted on October 31, 2015 by MCG

blockHere’s the most informative five minutes you’ll spend today. In the latest installment in our no-nonsense tech series, see how a cylinder block is created—from raw aluminum ingot to finished casting.  Continue reading →

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MCG Executive Briefing for October 30, 2015

Posted on October 30, 2015 by MCG

Duesenberg RollstonEquipped with a rare factory supercharger, this distinctive 1934 Duesenberg Rollston Touring Berline is expected to bring up to $1.1 million at the Keno Brothers’ Rolling Sculpture sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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1963 Corvette Sting Ray: Biography of a Sports Car

Posted on October 29, 2015 by MCG

1963 Corvette Sting RaysHere’s a rare 1963 General Motors film showcasing the design and development of the all-new Corvette Sting Ray—includes a look inside the GM Technical Center and a visit with Mr. Corvette, Zora Arkus-Duntov. Enjoy! Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Corvette, Stingray

MCG Executive Briefing for October 26, 2015

Posted on October 26, 2015 by MCG

1967-Ferrari-330-GTC3Finished in Rosso Corso and tan leather, this gorgeous 1967 330 GTC is one of several choice vintage Ferraris already consigned to the Mecum Auctions 2016 Kissimmee Sale in January. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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