Ferrari 328 – Evolution of the 308 Platform The Ferrari 328 built upon the successful 308/328 GTB and GTS models by bringing additional power, handling, and refinement to Ferrari’s V8-powered 2-seat sports car. Produced from 1985 to 1989, the 328 represented an evolution of the popular 308 rather than a full redesign. Upgrades focused on…
During the heady 1960s, American automakers explored progressive ideas through motorsports, concept cars and a new wave of engineering prowess. Among GM’s brands, Oldsmobile took the biggest risk reinventing personal luxury coupe perceptions with its reveal of the 1967 Toronado packing major advancements beneath polarizing avant-garde styling. At first controversial, the long-hood coupe pioneered front-wheel…
Corvette Summer – When a Plucky Kid and His ‘Vette Captivated America Among pop culture contributions the late 1970s offered society – from bell bottoms to disco fever – few bursts of Americana optimism shone brighter than the bemused 1978 coming-of-age joyride film Corvette Summer starring a young Mark Hamill cruising the dusty streets of…
Introduction to Magnetic Car Mount Wireless Chargers In today’s fast-paced world, staying connected is more important than ever. Whet her you’re on a long road trip or just commuting to work, having a reliable and convenient way to keep your phone charged is essential. This is where the magnetic car mount wireless charger comes into play….
Honda. The name conjures images of reliable, fuel-efficient sedans and sporty, agile coupes. But there’s one thing missing from that picture: rear-wheel drive (RWD). Unlike some manufacturers known for their powerful, tail-happy machines, Honda has historically focused on front-wheel drive (FWD) layouts. However, that doesn’t mean Honda hasn’t dabbled in the world of RWD, and…
Audi Quattro A1 holds a special place in rally history as the homologation basis for Audi’s Group B rally racers. Built in limited numbers in 1984 specifically to meet Group B rules, the road-going Quattro A1 provided the foundation for Audi’s rally dominance with its radical all-wheel-drive system and turbocharged five-cylinder engine. Only 200 A1…
Drift King to Dirt Slinger The Nissan 180SX is an icon in drifting, known for its lightweight rear-wheel drive chassis and potent turbocharged power. But in the 1990s, Nissan transformed the 180SX into a rally weapon to take on the World Rally Championship. The Type X rally car brought race-tuned handling and tenacious grip to…
The Daytona 500 – NASCAR’s biggest stage where triumph is often intertwined with tragedy. As the Great American Race prepares for its 65th running, we spotlight five past installments etched into racing lore for their unbelievable twists of fate. 1979 Daytona 500: The Fight to the Finish Donnie Allison and Cale Yarborough battled fiercely over…