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Video: Six cubic-inch V8 with blower—Hear it scream

Posted on February 12, 2013 by MCG

Here’s a miniature miracle from Conley Precision Engines: a 6.095 cubic-inch V8 (that’s around 100cc) with its own equally dinky Roots-type blower. Yes, It runs. Check it out.  Continue reading →

Posted in Technology | Tagged Conley Precision

Daytona 500 Countdown: day minus 13

Posted on February 11, 2013 by MCG

With 13 days remaining until the 2013 Daytona 500, we recall a genuine NASCAR legend, Smokey Yunick’s number 13 Chevelle.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Motorsports | Tagged NASCAR, Smokey Yunick, Sprint Cup

MCG Executive Briefing for Feb. 11, 2013

Posted on February 11, 2013 by MCG

The London Taxi Company, just acquired by Chinese automaker Geely, will soon resume production at its Coventry, England plant, management says, saving 107 jobs. Read this news and more in today’s Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Phil Remington, 1921-2013

Posted on February 10, 2013 by MCG

Phil Remington, one of the great talents of American motor racing, passed away Saturday, February 9. He was 92.   –All American Racers photo

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Posted in Auto History, Industry News, Motorsports | Tagged Phil Remington

The top-selling cars in China

Posted on February 10, 2013 by MCG

Mac’s Motor City Garage takes a look at the most popular cars in China, now the world’s largest market. The results may surprise you. Continue reading →

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Daytona 500 Countdown: day minus 15

Posted on February 9, 2013 by MCG

With 15 days remaining until the green flag falls on the 2013 Daytona 500, here’s a look back at the number 15 in NASCAR history.  Continue reading →

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

Saturday morning CarTune: Voodoo Cadillac

Posted on February 9, 2013 by MCG

From straight out of North Carolina comes Southern Culture on the Skids with this morning’s CarTune, “Voodoo Cadillac.”    Continue reading →

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