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Dodge Does a Do-Over: The 1963 Dart

Posted on June 8, 2024 by MCG

For 1963, Dodge gave its compact-class entry a comprehensive makeover, blessing it with a new, larger size and a new name: Dart.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1963 Dodge Dart, Chrysler Corporation, Dodge, Elwood Engel

MCG Executive Briefing for June 7, 2024

Posted on June 6, 2024 by MCG

Large SUVs are not as safe in a crash as their size may suggest, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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1956 Motor Guide Exposé: Magazine Car Testing is PHONY!

Posted on June 6, 2024 by MCG

Motor Guide ripped the lid off a major scandal in the automotive media in 1956. Okay, not really. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Henry Scharf, Motor Guide magazine

Oldsmobile Gets a Straight Eight: The 1932 L32

Posted on June 5, 2024 by MCG

The Oldsmobile brand took a step upmarket in 1932 with the introduction of the L series, powered by a modern new straight-eight engine. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1932 Oldsmobile, Oldsmobile, Oldsmobile Straight Eight

Video: 1960 Pontiac Exposed!

Posted on June 4, 2024 by MCG

In this strange old factory film, we get to see the 1960 Pontiac in a whole new way: minus its body, cruising the highways as a chassis alone. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged 1960 Pontiac, Pontiac

MCG Executive Briefing for June 3, 2024

Posted on June 2, 2024 by MCG

Toyota is recalling 102,000 Tundra pickups and Lexus SUVs to correct machining debris inside the engines that can damage the bearings. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Video: Build This Sweet-Running Miniature V8 With Simple Hand Tools

Posted on June 2, 2024 by MCG

This tiny V8 not only runs beautifully, it’s available in complete kit form and can be assembled with simple hand tools. Check out the jewel-like internal details. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Cison V8 kit

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