Restoration involves a lot of sweat and cursing, but it can be incredibly rewarding. However, you can’t just plunk down the money for any old classic car and get to work. Whether you’re interested in buying a fixer-upper to use as a daily driver or because you want to sell it later, you’ll need to […]
With a production run spanning decades and over 126,000 units produced for WWII alone, the BSA M20 remains one of the single most iconic bikes of the era. Manufactured by Birmingham Small Arms Company in Small Heath, Birmingham, the bike became the proverbial phoenix, rising from the ashes of initial failure and ascending to pre-eminence. […]
Low and sleek, the Panther Model 100 was an iconic British motorcycle in the early and mid-1900s. It was ultimately one of the most successful bikes, with a production run of over 30 years. During that time, it evolved considerably but never lost its classic style and form. The Birth of the Panther Model 100 […]
While it might not get the press that the Reliant Regal or Robin did, the Kitten ultimately became one of the company’s more popular vehicles. It shared the four-wheel format of the Rebel and was offered in three different body styles over its production span – a saloon, an estate, and a van. Understanding the […]
Debuting in 1964, the Reliant Rebel marked several firsts for the automaker. It rivalled marques with wider acceptance in the UK and Europe, such as the Austin Mini, and ultimately had a decade-long production run. The Idea for the Rebel Originally, Reliant manufactured three-wheeled vehicles. However, Ray Wiggin, Reliant’s managing director, believed that four-wheel vehicles […]
There are few touring options as iconic as Route 66. While the great highway itself might have fallen from grace with the advent of the interstate system, it still makes an amazing way to see some of the forgotten parts of the country. What should you know about Route 66 and the things to see […]
While the country is chock-full of amazing touring options, few compare to the experience of driving the Pacific Coast Highway. It takes you past some truly spectacular views of the sea, through some of the most iconic cities in the nation, and gives you an opportunity that few others get. With that being said, there […]
There’s nothing quite like rally racing. It’s dramatically different from NASCAR and Formula 1. It even differs from other popular racing formats, giving drivers the chance to take their vehicle on surface streets and even across dirt and gravel. From Dakar to Rally Australia, there’s an event out there for drivers of every skill and […]
NASCAR is the most popular type of auto racing in the United States, far outpacing Formula 1, rally racing, and other styles. However, it’s not all that well understood by people outside the Deep South, and especially not by those outside the country. So, if you’ve ever wondered what was so exciting about driving a […]
Vying with the New York Auto Show for the title of the most heavily trafficked car show in the country, the Chicago Auto Show is an incredible experience. Whether you’re a gearhead or just want to be in the know about what automakers will be offering in coming years, there is something here for just […]