Whether you’re a lifelong Honda fan, are checking out your first Honda vehicle, or are simply interested in engine technology, you owe it to yourself to understand what has made Honda engineering truly legendary. I’ll be honest: car manufacturers look for any opportunity to brag about their technology and the specs of their vehicles, whether […]
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The Iconic Subaru WRX
Subaru has been building amazing cars for many years, and the brand’s emphasis on unsurpassed off-road handling has produced some of the most flexible vehicles of the 21st century. Subaru has always built its cars for those with an adventurous spirit. The WRX is one of these high-end performance vehicles and has been proven in […]
Two Doors, Four Cylinders, and an Endless Amount of Admiration: The Toyota MR2.
Something that we’ve learned about the automotive industry in recent years is that nothing can stay gone forever. With the recent resurrection of the Ford Bronco and the impending rebirth of the DeLorean, it’s more than apparent that what’s old is new again. With the current rumblings about Toyota resurrecting the MR2, it only appears […]
Take Me to the Honda Pilot!
Honda has staked out its place among the leaders in the SUV market. A big part of this success can be attributed to the Honda Pilot, the brand’s entry into the three-row SUV segment. For 2023, you can find an all-new version of the Pilot at your local Honda dealer. This is a more rugged […]
Paving the Way: How the Ford Explorer Established the Modern SUV Craze
Seeing an SUV on the road in this day and age isn’t exactly a rare occurrence; they’re everywhere and exist in a multitude of different shapes and sizes. From the crossover and subcompact classes to the ones that are powered by electricity alone, variety is the name of the game when it comes to the […]
The 288 GTO: the Seminal Ferrari Supercar
In November of 2022, a collection of 18 cars was auctioned off by RM Sotheby’s of London. Although 18 vehicles are hardly impressive by the standards of the world’s great car collectors, this was no aggregation of garden-variety classics, muscle cars, and grand tourers; every one of the 18 carried significant clout in the automotive […]
Boots, Brats, and Ghost Cars: A Short History of Promotional Vehicles
Promotional campaigns run the gamut from corny to bizarre, but in the end, all that matters is that they make an impression. Minor league sports teams have become masters of the craft with novel one-off events that range from celebrating pop culture touchstones, such as Star Wars or Harry Potter-themed nights, to giving fans a […]
Leaving Tracks: A Short History of Music Inspired by the Mustang
American essayist Gerald Early famously said that America will be remembered for baseball, jazz, and the Constitution, but if you ask us, the Ford Mustang must have been a close fourth. Few vehicles have had a bigger impact on pop culture than the original pony car, which has been turning heads and inspiring artists since […]
Gliding Through the History of the Corvette Stingray
Commonly referred to as “America’s Sports Car,” the Corvette ranks somewhere between baseball and apple pie in the eyes of V8-loving patriots. The Corvette isn’t just an American icon—it’s also the only two-seat sports car still produced in the good old U-S-of-A, delivering true American muscle to thrill-seeking drivers. Built exclusively in Bowling Green, Kentucky—also […]
Driving Destinations: Taking a Lap Around Four Famous Racetracks
Monza, Spa, Monaco. These names are music to the ears of any gearhead, conjuring images of tight chicanes, hairpin turns, and long straights suffused with the nose-tingling scent of high-octane fuel. These famous racetracks are among the world’s most iconic; monuments to the world of motorsport that, for at least one weekend every year, become […]
The Muscle Car Race: The Impact of the 1965 Chevelle SS 396 Z16
The American automotive industry saw the burgeoning popularity of muscle cars in the 1960s, with models like the Pontiac GTO leaving everyone stunned with its debut in 1964. Pontiac delivered the unimaginable with the GTO: a lightweight muscle car with a 389 cubic inch V8 engine capable of producing 348 hp. A revolution ensued, with […]
The Rich History of the Cadillac Dealer
In the United States, few dealers have made quite a name for themselves in the way that Cadillac has. Since the dawn of the 1900s, Cadillac has set itself apart as one of the leading producers of luxury vehicles, carving its own path with bold innovation and unmatched style and class. Cadillac has been American […]
The Curious History of Ford’s Concept Broncos
Few vehicles can match the legendary status of the Ford Bronco. The iconic SUV is one of the most recognizable vehicles to ever roll off an American assembly line, with the original version sporting a boxy, two-tone design that made the Bronco an instant classic upon its debut in 1965. Originally hitting the streets as […]
Calling All Collectors: The Rarest Chevrolet Trucks
Supply and demand are the basis of consumerism, but what happens when that supply is deficient? Over the last few years, we’ve seen this firsthand, but it’s not a new concept. Many people are willing to pay more for something if there are limited quantities or if it’s unique or exclusive. Online retailers capitalize on […]
Ferrari F40: Anatomy of an Automotive Icon
Virtually any list of the greatest sports cars of all time includes at least one Ferrari. The marque is one of the strongest brand names in the world, earning its recognition through racing excellence and a sports car division that exists solely to support said excellence; it’s requisite for such a brand to be a […]
Making History at the Woodstock Nation in a Cadillac Sedan DeVille
I’ll never forget my dad’s first Cadillac. It was a ’69 Sedan DeVille in Shalimar Gold. But what made it so memorable was the first road trip we made in that Cadillac. It was August 15, 1969, and we were heading to my uncle’s summer home in the Catskills. All that stood between us and […]
Jinba Ittai to Itasha: JDM Lingo to Know
Anyone who has spent enough time around true gearheads knows that the automotive world has its fair share of jargon. From “hooning” around with friends to giving your ride a “dab of oppo,” modding the “end can” on your “tuner” to firing up the “four-banger” or switching out the” slushbox” on your “sleeper,” these slang […]
10 Fun Facts About Ford Trucks
Ford is an automaker with a long and storied history, stretching all the way back to 1903 and the very earliest days of the automotive industry. So while you may think you’re looking at a variety of different model years while browsing the F-150s at a used truck dealer, you’re really just scratching the surface. […]
End of an Era: Saying Goodbye to the Nissan Maxima
Automotive enthusiasts without the exorbitant funds needed for a proper car collection have long had to choose between prowess and practicality. Sports cars have the power and precision that drivers who really care about cars crave but often lack the passenger and cargo space necessary to make them usable for everyday tasks. Meanwhile, more spacious […]
Chasing the Horizon on the Silver Screen: The Most Iconic Harley-Davidson Bikes in Cinema History
What’s the most iconic motorcycle brand in America? Every Harley-Davidson dealer swells with pride, knowing the answer is obvious. Harley-Davidson has been a staple in the American motorcycle industry since the 1900s. Giving rise to customizable bikes like the chopper, the manufacturer has become synonymous with open-air freedom and has built a loyal following of […]