When muscle car fans think of late-1960s Detroit performance cars, the Mustang and Charger would be the most likely options to come to mind. But buried in the automotive history of this period is a relatively accessible machine that also boasts the powerplant bona-fides of a big-block the 1968 Ford Thunderbird 429. Initially launched in […]
Inside Tesla’s Next Generation Platform and the Pursuit of an Affordable EV
Tesla has established a diverse electric vehicle and energy business around its Austin headquarters. Tesla has grown from manufacturing electric vehicles to include energy generation and storage, vehicle leasing and financing, regulatory credit trading, collision repair services, and merchandise sales, since it was founded as Tesla Motors, Inc., in 2003. Its energy footprint comprises solar […]
A Guide to Cuba’s Classic Cars and Automotive Heritage
Stepping onto the streets of Cuba can feel like entering a living automotive museum where time appears to have slowed down. Brightly colored vehicles from the 1940s and 1950s continue to move along palm-lined avenues, creating a remarkable connection between transportation, national heritage, history, and local culture. For travelers, these cars are more than eye-catching […]
Unsung V8 Performance: Exploring Underrated American Muscle Cars of the 1960s
Written by David Traver Rocky Published 07/11/2023 Updated 10/17/23 The 1960s were the most iconic decade for cars in American history with muscle cars, big powerful V8s, and aggressive styling playing a part in defining many cars. Car makers were always striving to make vehicles that could provide serious straight-line speed but also were practical […]
A Deep Dive into Automotive Salvage and Junkyard Vehicles in Mitchell South Dakota
Mitchell, South Dakota 1,297′ 18,375 Mitchell is a city of plenty of (car) action and energy, with a lot of local drivers and auto lovers around you, the next stop for junked or discarded vehicle is a regional auto salvage and junkyard resource. Whether it’s a guy and his garage full of burned-out cars, vans, […]
Historic Treasures and Iconic Classics inside the BMW Museum in Munich
Traveling to Munich, Germany will take you straight to the BMW Museum and its impressive product lineup of vehicles and archetypal vehicles from the automakers illustrious past. Instead of just showcasing occasional number-one-off models or prototype concepts, the museum’s curated exhibit helps visitors trace the path of BMW’s technological progression and success within the realm […]
10 Classic Muscle Cars That Never Got the Spotlight They Deserved
That’s how it went when musers-the car guys who lift the gun on American muscle cars-began conversations about classic rides. The Mustang, Camaro and Charger have become iconic, and rightly so. The car-the modern performance car that became the muscle car-may have had its golden era but it also meant all of the other cars […]
Toyota Century Coupe Concept Signals a Bold Standalone Ultra Luxury Future
In a significant announcement on Japanese luxury, Toyota showed off the Century Coupe concept at the Japan Mobility Show. The striking two-door concept car is a clear indication of the automaker’s new direction, and one that is positioning the Century as a separate, ultra-luxury vehicle above the Lexus range. Rather than continue to use Century […]
6 Engaging Used Sports Cars Enthusiasts Can Buy for Under $10,000
Finding a truly fun to drive performance car under $10,000 may seem impossible at first, but the used-car market is all about giving enthusiasts options on a budget. Older sports cars, many of which have already seen their biggest depreciation swings, can still be obtained cheaply and will require less power to deliver plenty of […]
Evaluating Electric Vehicle Dependability: A Detailed Breakdown of Ten Key Models
How Reliable Are They? An EV’s reliability has been a more frequent conversation for owners shopping for a battery-powered car. While early concerns over EV battery pack longevity once the cost of ownership weighed heavily on those sales people, early EV ownership studies show the normal consumer may not worry about the battery itself as […]