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Billetproof Michigan 2013

Posted on May 12, 2013 by MCG

Here’s a photo tour of this weekend’s 9th Annual Billetproof Michigan show at Milan Dragway. Some great cars turned out—check ’em out.  Continue reading →

Posted in Events, Hot Rods | Tagged Billetproof Michigan

2013 Detroit Dragway Reunion

Posted on May 12, 2013 by MCG

Detroit Dragway closed back in 1998, but every year at nearby Milan Dragway, area racers gather to remember the Motor City’s beloved downriver drag strip.  Continue reading →

Posted in Events, Hot Rods, Motorsports | Tagged Detroit Dragway, Milan Dragway

Saturday Morning CarTune: The Corvette Song

Posted on May 11, 2013 by MCG

Here’s the Possum himself, George Jones, with one of his signature tunes, “The Corvette Song.” Continue reading →

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MCG Executive Briefing for May 10, 2013

Posted on May 10, 2013 by MCG

Consumer Reports has rewarded the Tesla Model S with a score of 99 out of 100 points, the testing firm’s highest vehicle rating since 2007. Get this car biz news and more in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Because slot cars rule

Posted on May 9, 2013 by MCG

Here’s the latest from Slot Mods USA, custom builders of slot car tracks for the rich and famous. The company calls this setup the Premier Edition Raceway—its first “standard offering.” Look, only 35,000 bucks. And just in time for Mother’s Day!   Continue reading →

Posted in Motorsports | Tagged slot cars

Dean Jeffries 1933–2013

Posted on May 8, 2013 by MCG

The automotive world has lost a great painter, builder, and creative force. Dean Jeffries, creator of the Mantaray and the Monkeemobile, has passed away at age 80.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Hot Rods, Industry News | Tagged Dean Jeffries

Stock car drivers in the Indy 500

Posted on May 7, 2013 by MCG

In the golden age of American racing, NASCAR drivers often came north to the Speedway to test their talents in the Indy 500. Here are a few.

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Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged Indianapolis 500, NASCAR, Sprint Cup

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