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Video: See a crankshaft created from a raw steel billet

Posted on November 13, 2014 by MCG

crankWatch the magic of digital manufacturing at work as a plain chunk of steel is transformed into a finished crankshaft—automatically on a single machine. Prepare to be mesmerized. Continue reading →

Posted in Technology

Video: Rocket bicycle runs 207 mph, leaves Ferraris in the dust

Posted on November 11, 2014 by MCG

rocket bikeFrançois Gissy’s custom-built bicycle sports a hydrogen peroxide rocket motor that can develop more than 1000 pounds of thrust. So watch this.  Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports, Technology | Tagged François Gissy, rocket bicycle

MCG Executive Briefing for November 10, 2014

Posted on November 10, 2014 by MCG

Kevin HarvickWith a dominating win at Phoenix, Kevin Harvick raced his way into the final round for the 2015 NASCAR Sprint Cup at Homestead next weekend. Get all the latest car biz news in the Executive Briefing.    -Photo by Harold Hinson/HHP for Chevy Racing    Continue reading →

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Six Fabulous Forgotten Rail Jobs From the Golden Age of Drag Racing

Posted on November 9, 2014 by MCG

Diggers, dragsters, slingshots, rail jobs—by any name, these homebuilt race cars were the stars of early drag racing. Here are a half-dozen colorful examples.

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Posted in Auto History, Hot Rods

MCG Executive Briefing for November 7, 2014

Posted on November 7, 2014 by MCG

Charger DaytonaThis 1969 Dodge Charger Daytona, the only four-speed, 426 Hemi example with its original engine, goes on the block at the Mecum Kissimmee auction in January. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  -Mecum Auctions photo    Continue reading →

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Video: Inside the Morgan Motor Company factory

Posted on November 6, 2014 by MCG

Morgan ash bodyworkThere’s an ancient auto plant in England where time seems to stand still: Morgan of Malvern Link. Here’s a brand new video tour of the Pickersleigh Road factory, in operation for more than a century.  Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged Morgan

Video: The Inside Story of the 1950 Chevrolet

Posted on November 5, 2014 by MCG

1950 Chevrolet FleetlineIn this fine old promotional reel from General Motors, the 1950 Chevrolet and its body by Fisher take a turn in the spotlight—with a spectacular stunt you won’t want to miss.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Chevrolet, Fisher Body

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