For more than 35 years, the Z71—whether as an optional package or a trim level—has given Chevy trucks and SUVs an off-roading shot in the arm. By tweaking the suspension, adding underbody production, and even giving the driver advanced assistance features, Chevy makes it easier for drivers to tackle the terrain that gets their adrenaline […]
Author: Michael Stridsberg
Michael is a professional writer with a lifelong passion for the automotive world. He spent six years as the media director for Thunder Road Speedbowl and currently serves as the track’s Victory Lane announcer and pit reporter. He is also interested in muscle cars and hopes to one day own a vintage Ford Mustang. Michael graduated from Franklin & Marshall College with a performance and technical theater degree. When not writing or talking about cars, he enjoys playing guitar, working out, reading, and watching football.
A New Grand Tourer: the 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT
Going fast and feeling exhilarated behind the wheel is about more than just raw horsepower and torque. While a true race car will be stripped down to save every ounce of weight possible, shoppers spending six figures on a performance car for the road usually expect more in the way of luxuries. To succeed in […]
The Porsche Carrera Cup: The Beginner’s Guide to the Ultimate Porsche Racing Series
Are you a racing fan who also happens to love all things Porsche? There’s a series for that. Since its introduction nearly four decades ago, the Porsche Carrera Cup has been gaining steam worldwide. In 2021, it finally reached US borders with the inaugural Porsche Carrera Cup in North America. As of this writing, the […]
A Classic Harley-Davidson Returns With the 2024 Hydra-Glide Revival
The year 2024 marks the 75th anniversary of the original Harley-Davidson Hydra-Glide, one of the most revered bikes from one of the most revered American motorcycle manufacturers. To celebrate the occasion, your local Harley-Davidson dealer may have something special in store. With the limited-edition 2024 Harley-Davidson Hydra-Glide Revival, riders have a chance to experience the […]
Camaro vs Corvette: Is Chevy’s Muscle Car Still Needed?
For decades, people visiting their local Chevy dealer looking for a performance car have had a choice of two legendary names. However, that choice is about to become one. Production of the sixth-generation Chevy Camaro ended in December 2023, and Chevrolet has no immediate plans for a seventh-gen Camaro or a replacement (though Chevy insists […]
Everything to Love About Japan’s Trio of Redesigned Track-Ready Compacts
Japanese automotive engineering has always been on the cutting edge, and the compact car is no exception. For the longest time, a compact was simply a fuel-efficient, affordable way to get you to work. But over the last few decades, Japanese automakers have redefined the compact as a nimble, powerful machine you can take to […]
The C8 Corvette Looks Like a Supercar, But Does It Perform Like One?
There’s little doubt the eighth-generation Chevy Corvette Stingray is the most powerful, best-handling Corvette ever produced. The culmination of more than seventy years of research, development, and open-road thrills, this all-American machine is beloved by critics and enthusiasts alike. Over the decades, the Corvette has evolved from a basic roadster to a coupe that screams […]
The New S2 Mulholland: Livewire Further Electrifies Its Lineup
Since the first LiveWire electric motorcycle burst on the scene in 2019, the rest of the biker world has been on notice. The LiveWire ONE shattered the records for eighth-mile and quarter-mile drag times by an all-electric production motorcycle. The S2 Del Mar follow-up offered a budget-friendly version that was still impressive, going from 0-60 […]
Trailhunter vs TRD Pro: Which Off-Road Tacoma Trim Should Fuel Your Adventures?
The Toyota Tacoma is long known as a versatile truck that can handle the road, the off-road, and the job site effortlessly. For the 2024 model year, those who want to emphasize this truck’s off-road personality have a new option and a revamped old one at their fingertips. As part of the first new Tacoma […]
What’s New With the 2024 Harley-Davidson Street Glide
Since its introduction in 1984, the Harley-Davidson Street Glide evolved from a basic bagger to a bike that some argue is the best Grand American tourer of the bunch. Blending traditional style and long-ride comfort with agility for riders who want a sporty edge, the Street Glide is a bike with a wheel squarely in […]
The BMW M2 Coupe: The People’s Supercar
For over 50 years, the BMW M Series has brought racing-inspired performance to the streets. What started on the racetrack with the BMW Motorsport division became a way for the common person to experience the same power, precision, and thrills as the world’s best drivers from Circuit of the Americas to Silverstone. You have many […]
Ford Is Enhancing the 2024 Mustang Mach-E for Performance Enthusiasts
When the Ford Mustang Mach-E burst onto the scene in December 2020, it signaled a new era for both Ford performance and Ford EVs. Now entering its fourth year of production, the 2024 Mustang Mach-E is aiming to raise the bar even higher. Although technically a compact crossover SUV, Ford is aiming to show that […]
The High-Performance History of the Ford ST Badge
If you’ve ever gone to your local Ford dealer and asked about getting something sporty, there’s a good chance you’ve heard about or seen the letters “ST.” Attached to a variety of Fords over the past three decades, the ST has become synonymous with added performance and style in the automotive community; we’re personally fond […]
Exploring the 2024 Chevy Trailblazer ACTIV
Want to do more with your crossover than pick up groceries and visit your buddies? The 2024 Trailblazer ACTIV might be the right vehicle for you. Of all the Chevy SUVs for sale today, those with the ACTIV trim may be the most intriguing. By taking the everyday on-road practicality an SUV is known for […]
The Jeep Gladiator 4xe Is Coming: What Does It Mean for Off-Roaders?
Ever since the 2021 Wrangler 4xe officially kicked off Jeep’s drive down an electric path, Gladiator lovers have been waiting for the day they can visit their local Jeep dealer and bring home a Jeep Gladiator 4xe. After all, the 4xe powertrain lets you stay on the road longer and tackle trails more aggressively. It […]
The 2024 GR Corolla Premium: A New Take on Toyota’s High-Performance Hatchback
When the Toyota GR Corolla hit showrooms in early 2022, it was a jolt to the system for the Corolla nameplate and for high-performance compact lovers alike; the Corolla Hatchback that people knew for decades as a solid, dependable commuter car was suddenly fun. Then, the GR Corolla Circuit Edition joined the Core trim in […]
The 2024 Chevy Colorado: An Award-Winning Way to Go Off-Road
Pilots don’t make their first flight in a Boeing 737, and even the world’s greatest off-roaders didn’t start out in the most advanced truck that money can buy. The Chevrolet Colorado recently celebrated its 20th anniversary as the midsize truck people turn to when they want to get their feet wet in the off-roading world—but […]
The Off-Roading X-Factor: The 2024 Jeep Wrangler Rubicon X
There are off-roaders, and then there are off-roaders—people whose idea of a normal weekend is trekking through the Appalachian Mountains or diving headlong into mud, bogs, and swamps. When these folks go to their local Jeep dealer in search of a new ride, not just any old off-road vehicle will do; not just any old […]
The Porsche 718 Boxster and Cayman: A Classic Sports Car Marches On
Porsche is one of the most important names in the history of sports cars, and 718 is one of the most important numbers in the history of Porsche. In the 1960s, variants such as the 718 RSK and 718 RS 60 utterly dominated sports car racing, European hill climb, and even FIA Formula 2 competition. […]
A Triumphant Return: The 2024 BMW M4 CS
Since its introduction in 2014, the BMW M4 has offered a high-performance twist on the company’s luxurious 4 Series. Along the way, there have been several specialty variants that offered even more motorsports features and power for drivers who are serious about their cars, including the recent top-of-the-line 2023 M4 CSL. Now, BMW and performance […]