Honda has been known for producing some amazing motorcycles over the years. The Honda Rebel and Honda Shadow are classic cruisers that Honda has produced for decades, while the Honda Nighthawk was a really fun sports bike and the first motorcycle for many riders due to its affordability and ease of riding. Today, however, we […]
Category: Performance
Ford’s Super Duty Lineup: Come for the Power, Stay for the Value
Each year brings a new opportunity to bestow Ford with a fresh set of awards. The Detroit auto giant has garnered plenty of recognition over the years, and that trend looks likely to continue as Ford racks up another healthy haul of trophies from some of the industry’s most respected critics. Take market research stalwart […]
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 […]
The Corvette E-Ray Redefines What We Expect From a Hybrid
I remember well the rise of electric cars and hybrids in the early 2000s. While electric vehicles of some sort have been around for over a century (the first, created in 1889, was essentially an electrified wagon), quite a few manufacturers tried to make them more mainstream around the turn of the millennium. They promised […]
Is the 2024 Mustang Dark Horse Better Than the 2023 Mustang Mach 1?
The Mustang is a performance car that’s been around for quite some time. While you can probably find plenty of examples at your local used Ford dealer, Ford is always working to keep this iconic model fresh with each new model year. The automaker sent shockwaves through the auto enthusiast community when the Mustang Mach […]
Why You Should Reserve Your 2024 Ford Mustang Dark Horse Now
Okay, pony car lovers, you drivers who crave an engine that roars so loud it shakes the earth beneath you and makes you a menace to your neighborhood but the secret envy of half those looky-loos. Yeah, we’re talking to you. You know you anticipate the release of the new Ford Mustang every year. The […]
The Rumble of a Road Warrior: A Look at Harley-Davidson Big Twins
How would you describe the sound coming from a 2023 Harley-Davidson Street Glide Special? It isn’t a hum, purr, or whistle but a rumble so iconic that Harley-Davidson once tried to have the sound trademarked. Harley-Davidson eventually withdrew the petition as rivals filed lawsuits in objection, arguing the impossibility of trademarking a sound produced by […]
Ranking NASA’s Best Spec Series Classes
If you love cars, there’s a good chance you like racing, too—whether it’s showcasing the best performance technology or just a thrilling display of competitive driving. Naturally, like any sport, there are many ways everyday folks can get involved that don’t include, A) becoming the main character of your own movie by getting dropped in […]
5 Reasons the Chevy Silverado Intimidator SS Is Still Awesome
Do you remember the Chevy Silverado SS? That was the Super Sport edition of the Silverado, and if you were to search possibly EVERY used Chevy dealer, you could get lucky enough to find one. The Chevy brand had once used the SS badging across a number of nameplates, giving shoppers an option for high-end, […]
Ford Teaches High Performance Driving and Off-Roading to the Masses
There’s an old expression that goes along the lines of, “those who can’t do, teach.” If the information we’re sharing here today is any indication, this expression deserves to be tossed out of the window entirely. For those who are on the outside of the worlds of off-roading or high-octane performance looking in, there are […]
What Is Kodo and How Does It Drive Mazda’s Design Philosophy?
The 2023 Mazda CX-5 is a standout for a number of reasons. From responsive handling and a sporty throttle response to an impressive suite of driver-assistance technology and luxury features, this compact crossover punches well above its modest $28,000 sticker price—great news for anyone looking for a Mazda CX-5 for sale. While these features are […]
Why Mazda Maximizes Torque
For many drivers, horsepower is the gold standard when it comes to comparing different vehicles. While this can be a useful metric in some cases, it isn’t actually the most relevant figure when it comes to how most people use their vehicles. Horsepower might be a good predictor of a vehicle’s top speed, but since […]
Chevrolet, SVE, and Yenko: The Performance Trifecta
The automotive industry was sent into a tailspin in 2021 when Ram introduced the 702-horsepower Ram 1500 TRX. Immediately earning appreciation and expected Jurassic-like comparisons, the Ram 1500 TRX gained its place in the spotlight as the fastest mass-produced truck in the world. However, while the title is well deserved, few people realize that the […]
Shattering the Glass Ceiling in Hybrid Style: The 2023 Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 4xe
What does it mean to break the glass ceiling? While the metaphor means something different to everyone, Jeep took it literally in the early 1990s. The automaker turned heads in 1992 when the Grand Cherokee made its way up the steps of Cobo Hall at the North American International Auto Show, driving through and shattering […]
Supercharged & Turbocharged — What’s the Difference?
There’s never a question of whether we need more power in our trucks because the answer is obvious: always, and undoubtedly, “yes.” Ram gets this, proving as much with models like the Ram TRX, a truck that’s transformed dealership lots across the country as one of the most coveted Ram trucks for sale. As the […]
The Dodge Charger Takes One Last Victory Lap
They say all good things must come to an end, and unfortunately, that well-worn maxim applies to the auto industry. Dodge made waves in late 2021 with the announcement that the Charger and Challenger would cease production at the end of 2023 as the brand makes way for a new generation of electric vehicles, including […]
The Fast Side of Ford
Some of the most glorious models in the history of automobile manufacturing have been Fords. The mere concept of a car that anyone could own and drive was put into American reality behind the wheel of a Ford Model T, and innovation has been the brand’s hallmark in each subsequent model. As a car “for […]
Which Honda Civic Is Right For Me? Choosing Between the Si, Type R, and the OG
First thing first: there is no such model as a “Civic OG,” so don’t run to your local Civic dealer and ask to test drive one. We’re referring instead to the standard Civic model. Unlike its cousins, the Si and Type R, it doesn’t have a catchy nickname. It’s always just been “the Honda Civic.” […]
What Makes Honda Performance Cars So Great?
Efficiency, reliability, and affordability have long made up the foundation of the Honda brand, underpinning popular models you will find at a Honda car dealership, from the Accord to the CR-V. But the Honda name is equally renowned in the world of motorsports, and when Honda dives into the world of high-speed performance cars, the […]
People are going INSANE Over the 2019 Mustang Bullitt. Here’s Why.
Oh. Please tell me you’ve seen BULLITT. This 1968 classic starred Steve McQueen and featured one of the most iconic car chases to have ever been filmed. In it, Frank Bullitt (McQueen) goes in pursuit of a 1968 Dodge Charger 440 Magnum, from the behind the wheel of his 1968 Ford Mustang 390 GT Fastback. […]