British motoring history is full of passion, creativity, engineering that pushed boundaries, and exceptional cars that still turn heads today. In the late 1960s to early 1970s the British seemed especially interested in the mid-engined concept, and produced some unusual show cars and sports cars to prove it. They showed what can be achieved when […]
Classic Japanese Kei Cars That Defined Urban Mobility and Microcar Culture
There’s a certain magic about JDM kei cars (small, economical cars) in the car world. Developed in post-war Japan due to gasoline prices, resource shortages, and massive material restrictions, they were built as close to the ground as possible with a tiny engine far below the 1.0-liter capacity. The small size allowed them to be […]
10 Iconic British Classic Cars That Defined Automotive History and Design
Britain has a proud tradition of making some of the world’s most iconic cars and many classic cars from this nation have been marked by eye-catching styling, well-conceived engineering, and an unmistakable flair for character. Ranging from feathery-smooth roadsters and sports cars aimed purely at road-going thrills to capable four-wheel drives and hugely influential GT […]
Exploring Classic Vehicle Discoveries at Ulibarri’s Auto Towing in New Mexico
Tucked away behind a beauty fence off the main street in Las Vegas, New Mexico, Ulibarri’s Used Parts & Towing is a ten-acre automotive treasure trove with a history stretching back to the late 1930s or early 1940s. Originally operated by Max Alitas, the property is now run by father-and-son team David Jr. and David […]
10 Classic Tailfin Cars From the Jet-Age Era of Driving
During the 1950s and 1960s, American cars took an inspiration from jet planes, rockets and the space race; car designers converted mundane, everyday cars into theatrical rolling sculptures with extravagant tailfins soaring to the sky, acres of shiny chrome, and futuristic shapes suggestive of onward motion, power, and innovation. Leading designers from GM Harley Earl […]
Why Capable Sports Cars Are Sitting Unsold on Dealer Lots
Right now we are experiencing an incredible, unprecedented performance car golden age. Family sedans of today can hit 60 mph far quicker than supercars of years past, and today’s new (and newer used) performance cars are delivering performance, grip, tech, and handling that would have seemed impossible only a handful of decades ago. However, some […]
10 High-Performance Sleeper Cars That Hide Massive Power Beneath Unassuming Exteriors
Modern Performance Car Styling Most modern high-performance cars slap huge wings, flamboyant bodywork, aggressive lines and styling that scream high speed on the road. However, there is a genre of performance vehicles that take the opposite approach disguising potential performance behind very ordinary bodywork, creating a sleeper. Stealthy sleeper cars can and do hide in […]
Uncovering Vintage Buick Collections and Forgotten Design Sketches Hidden in American Barns
There is a certain magic when you walk into a quiet, dusty barn and suddenly know you’re standing feet from automotive history. Old wooden outbuildings scattered across the countryside reveal incredible secrets, from low mileage original survivors to priceless historically significant design documents. Of all the classic marques discovered by eager explorers, few inspire the […]
Inside Vin Diesel’s Car Collection: 10 Iconic Muscle Cars and Supercars
Fast & Furious and Vin Diesel go hand in hand, but when you think of the series, what car maker comes to mind? Well Diesel himself is a petrol head and has a bunch of cars, all of which you’d find in a Fast & Furious film. And those are the cars you’re most often […]
Unpacking Forgotten 400-Horsepower American Cars Every Automotive Enthusiast Should Know
When automakers, auto enthusiasts, and car fanatics talk about the history of American performance, we often think of muscle cars and meat-head high-horsepower cars from Detroit’s golden age. In reality, the history of domestic high-horsepower cars is much more comprehensive, and always was. Automakers and car builders working long before electronic fuel injection and computer-tuned […]