Automotive News, Reviews, and History
McLaren May Sell Carbon Tubs; ExpertiseMcLaren released their new Monocage II carbon fiber monocoque chassis earlier this year with the launch of their second Sport Series via the 720S. Featuring … Continue Reading Daily News: Monday 7/10/17
McLaren May Build AWD Cars in the FutureMcLaren has staunchly remained a bastion for the rear-drive purist, sending large amounts of power to the rear-wheels of all its cars. Whereas … Continue Reading Weekend Roundup: 7/07/17-7/09/17
Most of us dread the process of getting a rental car; having to wait at the desk, fill out all the paperwork, and undergo the barrage of ‘additions’ the agent … Continue Reading Exotic Car Rental: What to Expect
In a move for easier understanding, the weekend news will be renamed ‘Weekend Roundup’, but besides that the news format from past weeks remains the same: Porsche Finally Confirms 2018 … Continue Reading Weekend Roundup: 6/30/17-7/02/17
Aston Martin Vulcan: AMR Pro Upgrade Package AnnouncedTwenty-four people across the globe face a tough decision, as Aston Martin has announced their racing division, Aston Martin Racing (AMR), will release … Continue Reading Daily News: Thursday 6/29/17
My last series of articles regarding my 2016 Fiesta ST focused on the suspension modifications I have done: as they should, because the ISC coilovers I had put on were … Continue Reading June, 2017 Fiesta ST Update and Plans
Jaguar E-Pace Announced: PACE Line-Up Detailed Jaguar has announced the new addition to their ‘PACE’-line of SUV’s, the E-Pace. The E-Pace is not electric, despite the E, and is instead … Continue Reading Daily News: Wednesday 6/21/17
The very first racing game I played that I really got into was—like so many of a certain age—Need for Speed: Underground. Now, while the cars may have vaguely reminded … Continue Reading How Going on Track in Real-Life Made me a Better Virtual Driver
Lots of American Muscle news today, with still more Le Mans news/drama. Dodge Tells Dealers ‘Whats-Up’ with Demon Allocation Plan Dodge has been incredibly serious in keeping the new Dodge … Continue Reading Daily News: Tuesday 6/20/17
With the 24hr of LeMans taking place this past weekend, this edition of the news is more like a race-recap, although there was some ‘normal’ car news as well: 24 … Continue Reading Daily News: Friday + Weekend 6/16/17-6/18/17
Earlier in the week, I wrote about what to expect at your first track day experience, and some basic tips on how to conduct yourself. Let’s assume you’ve done it; … Continue Reading Second Track Day: Don’t Get Cocky, Kid
Tuesday was more par for the course in the automotive news world, with a few product releases announced. Self-Driving Bolts Produced on Line Chevrolet has announced that they have added … Continue Reading Daily News: Tuesday 6/13/17
Monday was a day of product releases and updates throughout the automotive market. Refreshed 2018 Honda Fit Announced: Now with More Let-Downs The Honda Fit is one of the most … Continue Reading Daily News: Monday 6/12/17
Just a quick little update regarding the state of myself and TheSpeedTrap.net, which are essentially one and the same. For the past two-ish weeks, I have been the sickest I … Continue Reading I’m Not Dead!
Wednesday’s news was electrifying, in a sense, with two stories regarding electrified motoring. Tesla Model 3 Specs Leaked and Confirmed Specifications for the new Tesla Model 3 were leaked yesterday … Continue Reading News: Wednesday May 24th, 2017
Tuesday seems to be FCA’s day in the news, for better or for worse. FCA Sued by DOJ: More Diesel Dirt Last week FCA (Fiat-Chrysler of America) filed for updated … Continue Reading News: May 23rd, 2017
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