After struggling through much of the Great Depression, Pontiac came roaring back in 1941 with a complete line of stylish, well-equipped cars. Continue reading
1955: Plymouth Leans Into The Forward Look
In 1955, Plymouth recorded its best year to date with The Forward Look, the Chrysler Corporation’s dramatic new styling theme created by Virgil Exner. Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for February 19, 2024
Jaguar will be the featured marque at the Philadelphia Concours d’Elegance in June. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
Noise, Vibration, and Harshness: The Oldsmobile Quad 4
The Oldsmobile Quad 4 was introduced with high hopes, but the double-overhead cam engine never lived up to expectations. Continue reading
Ablest Car on the American Road: The 1952 Ford
For 1952, the game-changing 1949 Ford received its first major redesign. “Newest car under the sun,” Ford declared. Here was the “ablest car on the American road.” Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for February 16, 2024
Six GM Motorama dream cars from the Joe Bortz collection will form a special exhibit at the Petersen Automotive Museum. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading
America’s Friction Drive Automobile: The 1907-15 Cartercar
The Cartercar was the best-known friction-drive automobile in the early years of the U.S. car industry. Here’s how it worked. Continue reading