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MCG Executive Briefing for September 2, 2024

Posted on September 1, 2024 by MCG

Ford is recalling nearly 91,000 Ford and Lincoln vehicles to test and, if necessary, replace their engines. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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A Hawk in the Lark’s Nest: The 1959 Studebaker Silver Hawk

Posted on August 31, 2024 by MCG

For 1959, Studebaker cleverly repackaged its aging product line as the compact Lark, but the full-sized Silver Hawk continued on. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Studebaker, Studebaker Silver Hawk

MCG Executive Briefing for August 30, 2024

Posted on August 29, 2024 by MCG

This 2021 Aston Martin V12 Speedster is expected to bring up to $1.2 million at the Bonhams|Cars Goodwood Revival sale. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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January 4, 2011: Mercury Says Good-Bye

Posted on August 28, 2024 by MCG

When the last Grand Marquis rolled off the line in January of 2011, it signaled the end of the Mercury division of the Ford Motor Company. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Ford Motor Company, Mercury, Mercury Grand Marquis

Rebuilding the Post-War Auto Industry: A 1946 Film

Posted on August 27, 2024 by MCG

See how the U.S. auto industry was converted back from war machine to engine of commerce in this in-depth 1946 documentary.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Post-War U.S. Auto Industry

MCG Executive Briefing for August 26, 2024

Posted on August 25, 2024 by MCG

This high-end 1967 Nova Pro Touring will be among the star offerings at the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Fall Auction. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing. Continue reading →

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Catch-Up Truck: The 1964-70 Chevy-Van and Sport Van

Posted on August 24, 2024 by MCG

The Chevy-Van and Sport Van were almost carbon copies of the Ford Econoline, but that was just fine with Chevrolet dealers and loyalists. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Chevrolet, Chevrolet Sport Van, Chevy-Van, GMC Handi-Van

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