As the final decade of true post-World War II prosperity, the 1960s was
an interesting time in America. The rising economic tide had lifted all boats,
and an increasingly prosperous generation of young Americans embraced new
technologies that…
No vehicle is more emblematic
of American patriotism and values than the Jeep. From its humble origins as a utilitarian
military vehicle – the name “Jeep” is said to be derived from “GP,” an acronym
for “general purpose”…
RUF Automobile, the German manufacturer of bespoke sports cars and supercars, has released a documentary titled “RUF: Love at the Red Line." The company, which began in 1939 as a repair shop and transformed into…
The Ringbrothers stole the 2019 SEMA Show with their 1969 Camaro VALKYRJA, impressing thousands of people and taking home an armful of awards. Made of carbon fiber and packing an 890-horsepower supercharged engine, VALKYRJA is…
Discovery Channel’s new show “Car Kings” allows viewers to look under the hood of storied customs and restoration shop, Galpin Auto Sports, a division of Los Angeles-based Galpin Motors that has been part of Southern…
Held during Monterey Car Week, more than 250 of the world’s most desirable automobiles were shown at The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering in 2019. The marquis event has become the perfect opportunity for makes of…
A Diamond In the Rough
I was first bitten by the bug to own a 1962 Thunderbird when I was standing in the junkyard behind a famous restoration shop. This was nearly 20 years ago,…
For automotive enthusiasts and students looking for digital activities and entertainment while practicing social distancing, two California-based museums – the Petersen Automotive Museum in Los Angeles and the Mullin Automotive Museum in Oxnard – are…
With constant stress from the daily grind and endless email notifications demanding our attention, heading outdoors is the perfect way to disconnect and recharge. Whether it’s the thrill of an off-the-grid excursion or a road…
Our Big Old Benz Gives Us a Scare and Then Makes Good
In our last piece about Project Oldtimer, our 1970 Mercedes 280se, we gave you a bit of history on the chassis and…