Celebrity car collections conjure images of rare supercars and luxury vehicles that sit in garages that cost millions. Many famous people undoubtedly have high-powered machines for their collections. But some of their coolest selections are far from the most expensive. Some cars reveal stories, niche hobbies and a certain relationship. This isn’t merely about wealth […]
Jay Leno’s Garage: 11 Overlooked Automotive Treasures
Most people think of two things when they hear the name Jay Leno: his successful career in television and the epic compilation of vehicles that rests in his iconic Big Dog Garage. Containing more than 180 cars and innumerable bikes, the collection is just about the only possible answer to “What do rich men do […]
Forgotten Muscle Cars of the 1970s: Uncovering the Era’s Overlooked Performance Gems
The 1970s marked one of the most fascinating chapters in American muscle car history. Following the horsepower boom of the late 1960s, manufacturers continued producing powerful, stylish vehicles that reflected the era’s passion for performance. However, rising fuel prices, stricter emissions regulations, increasing insurance costs, and changing consumer preferences forced automakers to rethink their approach. […]
10 Vintage Vehicles That Turned Depreciation Around to Become Collector Gems
It’s amazing how time has a funny way of redefining the course of automotive history; sometimes, a second chance helps forgotten rides get the attention that they should have had when they were in their heyday. Today, plenty of cars and trucks that were at one time a driver’s dependable workhorse lay tucked beneath thick […]
Celebrating the Flawed: Cars We Have an Undeniable Soft Spot For
But car obsession is hardly restricted to the realms of exotic super-cars and classic muscle legends, and perhaps the most endearing cars are often the ones which fell short of being truly great. They could be contentious, have undershot sale expectations, failed to meet their performance aims, but at the end of the day they’ve […]
From Showrooms to Shadows: 15 Once-Popular Forgotten Cars
There comes a time for specific automotive designs and models that are practically everywhere. These beauties would fill private driveways, sit in rows on lots of many dealers, and ride on America’s interstate highways. Some of these vehicles won us over through awesome engines and styling, while others earned their place in everyday conversation for […]
11 American Cars That Were Only Produced for One Year
When all’s said and done, some of history’s all-time great cars were American. And a lot of them survived for years-collecting huge numbers of fans and transcending into cultural icons representing their time. But there are even more amazing cars and trucks we barely saw; ones which lasted just for one model year but left […]
The Most Expensive Electric Cars Redefining Luxury Motoring
What’s more, electric cars once were mere practical curiosities. Now, some are arguably some of the greatest desirable luxury cars of all time, and if most are striving to make electrons and sustainable travel common-this portion is clearly heading in the other direction; some of those manufacturers are making the leap toward the most expensive, […]
The Renault 5: A Deep Dive into France’s Iconic Supermini
There are some cars that are made with a specific aim in mind: to get you from A to B. Others, however, succeed in rising to something greater, and, through a blend of design, functionality, and personality, become a part of automotive history. The Renault 5 is definitely in the category of second. This small […]
Misunderstood Masterpieces: 10 Cars That Aged Beautifully
From the beginning of the automobile’s use, automotive design has been a balance between creativity and public acceptance. Most manufacturers take the easy way to go and make cars that look like cars they’ve seen before and cater to the general masses that drive them. Although this approach can yield commercial success, it’s unlikely to […]