Over the decades, Toyota has built a reputation and record that is coveted by many within the motorsports community. The Celica GT-Four, Yaris Rally1, Hilux Dakar, and, of course, the iconic Supra are just a few examples of stones that have paved the way in the brand’s “Roads build people, and people build cars” mentality. […]
Category: Performance
Maverick Lobo vs Tremor: Sweet Street Ride vs Rugged Trail Hopper
The compact Maverick pickup truck appeals to a variety of drivers, mainly those who want the best of both worlds—power mixed with everyday practicality and pickup truck capabilities blended with daily commute requirements. You get the picture. Just because this particular Ford truck isn’t exactly geared toward hard-working construction or industrial workers, it doesn’t mean […]
High-Speed Fun on a Budget: The World of Lightweight Track Cars
At an average cost of $16 million, few drivers have the funds needed to splurge on a full-fledged Formula 1 car. Built from scratch and outfitted with engines that ring in around $10 million, each F1 car is a wholly original automotive creation with a price tag to match. Rounding the tight turns at Monaco […]
Thrills on a Budget: Two-Seat Sports Cars That Cost Under $100,000
Few vehicle styles are more iconic worldwide than the two-seat sports car. Whether as a hardtop coupe or a softtop roadster, these machines blend fine performance and handling, sporty style, and sheer pleasure at the wheel for yourself and a friend or partner. As passionate car people know, these machines can get expensive, too. Two-seaters […]
A Brief Look Into the World of Street Legal Race Cars
There are moments in automotive history that stand out from the everyday evolution of vehicles: the addition of a front windscreen, seatbelts, the great big winged sedans of the 1950s, pony cars, off-road vehicles, very small coupes with amazing gas mileage, and hybrids. But for a brief moment in the late 1990s, right before the […]
A BMW by Any Other Name: Diving Into Performance Sub-Brands
Let’s say you want to experience the more thrilling side of the automotive lifestyle. You could buy a stock sedan or coupe, spend hours sifting through online research, and get to know the cashier at your local auto parts store on a first-name basis, or you could explore the wide world of high-performance sub-brands. From […]
The Top Off-Roading Destinations in the US
Some off-roaders are content exploring local parks and woods. In some areas, that’s enough for years of great outings. If you’re like me, though, you believe the best thing about off-roading is discovering new parts of this great nation. Planning a weekend, a week-long vacation, or even a whole summer around far-flung off-road destinations is […]
High-Performance Hybrid Flops: When Electrification Falls Flat
Hybrid vehicle technology offers the best of both worlds. Adding an electric motor to a gas-powered engine boosts horsepower and fuel efficiency while allowing drivers to drive and fuel their cars like normal. Automakers agree with this assessment, as GM, Ford, Porsche, Toyota, Audi, and countless others have incorporated mild hybrid or PHEV technology into […]
American Supercars Unlock a New World Of Performance Potential
There’s no strict set of regulations that separate a supercar from the average high-performance model, but like any work of art, you know it when you see it. If we were to lay down some basic guidelines, we would say that a modern supercar needs to be able to offer a top speed of over […]
Ducati Makes an Off-Road Splash with the Desmo450 MX
Ever since Ducati introduced its first motorcycle in 1950, the Italian company has been known for sleek, powerful machines that are equally at home on the track and the road. After three-quarters of a century, Ducati is running as strong as ever. In 2024, they swept the manufacturer’s titles in the MotoGP Grand Prix, FIM […]
New Off-Road-Ready Features of the 2025 Ford Bronco Sport That Up the Ante
So, you’ve had a dilemma in the past: you have wanted the undeniable rugged capabilities of the Bronco, but you haven’t needed the hefty frame that comes with that. Whether you like it or not (and you probably don’t), a lot of your life still exists in the concrete jungle rather than the real one. […]
Who’s Got the Power? Chevy Corvette vs Porsche 718
To the average person, it might seem like there’s no overlap between people who shop at a Chevy dealer and those who shop at a Porsche dealer: one brand is commonly known for its affordable and practical models, while the other is synonymous with high price tags and luxury amenities. But if you’re looking for […]
Is the 2025 Maverick Lobo a Triumphant Return for Street Trucks?
The Ford Maverick has received a refresh—and a new alter ego to go with it. Scheduled to hit the roads in early 2025, the Maverick Lobo aims to revitalize the classic “street truck” for the modern enthusiast. This variation on the 2025 Ford Maverick promises high performance and urban style from the country’s most popular […]
Cupra Arrives in IMSA: What it Means for Racing Fans and Everyday Drivers
On October 10, the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) released a short but fascinating press release: Cupra had officially been approved as the 19th automotive manufacturer to compete in one of the sanctioning body’s series. In 2025, the nameplate will enter the IMSA Michelin Pilot Challenge using its Leon VZ TCR model. Cupra’s debut is […]
Explaining the 2025 Corvette Lineup
Few, if any, American vehicle nameplates are more legendary than the Corvette. Originally a solid-axle muscle car that debuted in 1953 to a mixed reception, it has become a genuine supercar synonymous with speed, competition, American innovation, and sheer power. The 2025 model year marks the 73rd anniversary of the Corvette, making it the longest-running […]
Mustang vs Mustang Mach-E: Performance, Compared
You may be wondering why Ford gave an electric vehicle the Mustang name. I mean, is an EV really deserving of such an honor? The Mustang is an industry icon, paving the way for other performance cars to emerge, so there’s no way a battery-electric vehicle can compete with a legend—right? Well, of course, these […]
The Syclone Effect: A Powerhouse Ahead of Its Time
What were you doing in 1991? Arnold Schwarzenegger coined “Hasta la vista, baby,” and a young Macaulay Culkin taught six-year-olds like me what to do when left home alone during Christmas. Friday nights were planned around television lineups featuring a young, suspenders-wearing Urkel, a home improvement show with grunts demanding “more power,” and a fresh […]
Paging Dr. Z: The New 2025 DR-Z4S and DR-Z4SM Make the Suzuki DR-Z Smarter
For quite some time now, the Japanese dual-sport market over 300cc has been a bit of a Jurassic Park; all of the options were either full-on adventure bikes or had a design that has remained unchanged since before smartphones were invented. The only exception was the Honda CRF450RL, but since it is basically a street-legal […]
Heavy-Duty Showdown: Comparing the 2025 Chevy Silverado 2500 and 3500
As the pickup segment has grown in popularity, it’s also become a little watered down. There’s nothing wrong with the new generation of light-duty models that focus on efficiency, comfort, and luxury, but the influx of smaller trucks—especially unibody models like the Ford Maverick, Hyundai Santa Cruz, and Honda Ridgeline—threatens to dilute the segment’s reputation […]
Exploring Honda’s New Off-Road Beast in the Pilot TrailSport
Honda has built a reputation as one of the most reliable brands on the market, and the critics seem to agree. The Japanese automaker ranks as the second-best non-luxury brand in terms of predicted reliability, earning a stellar 70/100 rating from Consumer Reports. Honda has also earned some recognition for its performance-oriented offerings, with models […]