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MCG Executive Briefing for February 21, 2014

Posted on February 21, 2014 by MCG

Lotus C-01Kodewa Performance Motorcycles has unveiled its Lotus C-01 superbike, sporting a 200 hp V-twin and a curb weight of 181 kg. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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More Cabovers With Charisma

Posted on February 20, 2014 by MCG

1954 GMC 5103Here’s another colorful assortment of the lovable trucks that are so ugly, they’re cute—the cabovers. See any of your favorites here?  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Cabover, COE

Video: Engines for Superbombers–inside the Dodge Chicago plant

Posted on February 19, 2014 by MCG

Dodge Chicago  Super FactoryIn 1944, the Dodge Chicago plant was the largest factory in the world under one roof, building giant engines for the B-29 Superfortress. This historic newsreel provides a rare look inside.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Dodge Chicago

The 10 Greatest Indy Roadsters in History

Posted on February 18, 2014 by MCG

???????????????????????????????The classic Indy roadster might well be America’s most beloved race car. Here are 10 of the most memorable examples.    Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports | Tagged Indianapolis 500, Indy Roadster, Kurtis-Kraft

MCG Executive Briefing for February 17, 2014

Posted on February 17, 2014 by MCG

Only eight cars finished after a massive pileup, but Denny Hamlin persevered to win the season-opening NASCAR Sprint Unlimited in Daytona. Get all the latest car biz news in the Executive Briefing.    -Chevrolet Racing photo  Continue reading →

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Dreams and Nightmares: the product promotion edition

Posted on February 15, 2014 by MCG

Zippo ChryslerIn this latest collection of dream cars and nightmares, all the vehicles have something to sell. Are you buying? Let’s take a closer look at these strange yet compelling machines.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design, Dreams and Nightmares

Saturday Morning CarTune: Ramrod

Posted on February 15, 2014 by MCG

Bruce Springsteen and E StreetBruce Springsteen and the E Street Band tear up the house with an extended live version of “Ramrod.”    Continue reading →

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