Here’s some awesome newsreel-style footage of the world’s greatest hot rodder, Mickey Thompson, and his 400 mph adventure at the Bonneville Salt Flats in 1960 with his four-engined streamliner. Don’t miss this. Continue reading
Saturday Morning CarTune: Highway Star
This morning’s CarTune is one of the great speeding ticket generators: from Deep Purple’s 1972 album Machine Head, “Highway Star.” Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for April 19, 2013
Penske Racing has been hit with heavy fines and suspensions following last weekend’s rear axle controversy at Texas. Read this car biz news and more in today’s Executive Briefing. Ford Photo © 2013 Michael Levitt, AutoStock USA Continue reading
MCG Car Spotter’s Guide to the 1937 to 1942 Willys
In the latest MCG Car Spotter’s Guide we take a look at the hot rodders’ favorite, the 1937-1942 Willys. Continue reading
Video: How To Start And Drive a Model T Ford
Here’s a great digital tutorial on a rare but simple skill every gearhead should possess: How to start and run a Model T Ford. It’s easy—watch! Continue reading
MCG Executive Briefing for April 14, 2013
As CEO of the Ram truck brand at Chrysler, Fred Diaz launched the 2013 Ram 1500, and he also served as president of Chrysler de Mexico. Now Diaz has departed to take a new post at Nissan. Get this car biz news and more in today’s Executive Briefing. Continue reading
The Car Streets of the Motor City
In the Motor City suburb of Warren, just north of Detroit, there’s a neighborhood where the streets are named after historic automobile marques. Mac’s Motor City Garage pays a visit. Continue reading