The 24 Hours of Le Mans is arguably the most demanding test of endurance the motorsport world has to offer, where not only human will, but machine too is put under scrutiny against the testbed that is Circuit de la Sarthe. Ever since 1923, the famous French 24 hour has witnessed the ultimate convergence of […]
10 Rare Ferrari Custom Designs That Went Far Beyond the Factory Formula
So justly are they admired all around the automotive world for the beautiful, but certainly no less desirable, series of sports cars and supercars that have borne their name. Yet, outside the regularly seen production vehicles that one can expect to see in any, even remotely interesting, show, is an astonishing range of peculiar Ferraris […]
10 Affordable Pickup Trucks That Deliver Real Workhorse Value Without the Luxury-Truck Price
The modern-day auto market, with a new car price tag averaging 50,080, may not immediately evoke the feeling of shopping for a new inexpensive new vehicle; pickup trucks traditionally fall higher on this scale but we’ve found some exceptional choices that offer top-tier performance without the price. Whether looking for a practical vehicle to drive […]
10 Game-Changing RVs Built for Off-Grid Travel When Ordinary Campers Can’t Go Far Enough
The recreational vehicle world is entering an exciting new era, with manufacturers finally pushing affordable camping trailers and small RVs toward the top of their product lines. The days of laying out a six-figure sum on a home-away-from-home in which to travel in comfort or experience outdoor adventure are becoming less necessary as small trailers, […]
10 Reasons the AV-8 Harrier Broke the Rules of Military Aviation and Changed V/STOL Warfare
The place the AV-8 Harrier holds in the history of military aircraft is an uncommon one. This is on account of the fact that the craft was one of the only ones to question the most obvious postulate behind the fighting machine- that any serviceable fighters or attackers must use runways. The US Marines recently […]
Honda Brings Back the Prelude, But the Classic Coupe Returns With Hybrid Power Instead of Its Old-School Formula
Few automotive nameplates carry as much nostalgia as the Honda Prelude. Once known as a sporty and stylish two-door coupe, the Prelude disappeared from production in 2001 and left enthusiasts waiting for its return. After a 23-year break, Honda has brought the nameplate back with a completely redesigned sixth-generation model. Instead of returning with its […]
Muscle Cars Have a Generation Problem, as Old-School Purists Clash With What Gen Z Wants
It appears American muscle car culture is divided between generations. Current generations still revere the classic coupe with the long hood/short deck, big V-8, manual transmission, and “mechanical personality.” Original trim codes, original type wheels, and a “4-speed on the floor” are often features that make the car a must for old time muscle car […]
Ford Defends American Manufacturing Strategy amid US Transportation Department Supply Chain Criticism
Ford Motor Company is facing growing scrutiny over how it balances American manufacturing with international technology partnerships. A recent exchange between U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy and Ford CEO Jim Farley has brought that issue into sharper focus. Duffy questioned Ford’s commercial relationships with Chinese companies, including battery manufacturer CATL and automakers Geely and BYD. […]
Toyota Highlander Expands Lineup as Grand Highlander and EV Models Reshape SUV Sales
Toyota’s strategy of providing several powertrains and growing its Highlander nameplate continues its offensive push within a crowded SUV market segment. The Highlander continues to hold its own as a key Toyota product in the North American market, with a 25+ year history to its credit. With refreshed gas and hybrid options, a larger Grand […]
14 Fast Cars That Disappeared From the Spotlight but Still Deserve to Be Remembered
Not every sports car gets the fanfare, or adoration, afforded to legends such as the Subaru Impreza, Mitsubishi Evo or any of the other performance icons you know and love. But automotive history is littered with some incredible speed demons-both weird and wonderful, that have historically passed us by, either due to a distinct lack […]