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Forgotten Giant: The King-Bugatti-Duesenberg U16

Posted on May 17, 2022 by MCG

For the Allied effort in World War I, the talents of three future automotive legends came together to produce  an aircraft engine that, unfortunately, never saw duty in combat. Still, it’s a fascinating story. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged August Duesenberg, Bugatti U16, Charles B. King, Ettore Bugatti, Fred Dueseberg

Video: The Detroit Auto Industry’s 1946 Golden Jubilee

Posted on December 19, 2018 by MCG

In 1946, the Motor City toasted its 50 years in the auto industry with a giant celebration, including a parade. He’s an awesome period newsreel reporting the event.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Charles B. King, Detroit Golden Jubilee, Henry Ford, R.E. Olds

Oliver Barthel, Man of Motors

Posted on June 6, 2012 by MCG

If you’re a student of automotive history, you’ll recognize this familiar image. Naturally, there’s quite a story behind it.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Charles B. King, Ford, Henry Ford, Oliver Barthel

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