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 Patrick Grieve

Jay Leno Drives a CHERRY 1932 Ford Highboy Roadster

Jay Leno Drives a CHERRY 1932 Ford Highboy Roadster

In the most recent episode of Jay Leno’s Garage, Leno takes a spin in what he calls the “Mecca of hot rodding” – the 1932 Ford Highboy Roadster. Owned by Jay’s friend and fellow auto enthusiast Bruce Meyer, this Roadster is in beautiful condition. And because hot rod drivers love to modify their rides, Meyer had […]

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Pricing for 2015 Nissan 370Z Coupe, NISMO, and Roadster Announced

Pricing for 2015 Nissan 370Z Coupe, NISMO, and Roadster Announced

Nissan has announced pricing for the new 2015 370Z Coupe, 370Z NISMO, and 370Z Roadster. Additionally, all iterations of the sports car now come with an expanded range of grade levels. The 2015 Nissan 370Z Coupe with manual transmission has an MSRP of $29,990, which is the same starting price as the 2014 model. The Coupe […]

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Elvis’ BMW 507 Roadster Being Restored

Elvis’ BMW 507 Roadster Being Restored

August 16 marks the 37th anniversary of the all-too-soon demise of “the King of Rock and Roll,” Elvis Presley. Automotively speaking, Elvis is perhaps best known for his affinity for Cadillacs (or his disdain for the De Tomaso Pantera, which ended up on the business end on a few royal bullets), but he also had […]

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[Photos] GTI Roadster, Vision Gran Turismo

[Photos] GTI Roadster, Vision Gran Turismo

As a part of the Vision Gran Turismo project, Volkswagen dreamed up the GTI Roadster, Vision Gran Turismo (yes, that’s the actual complete name), which will be available as downloadable content in Gran Turismo 6 for PlayStation®3 sometime in the next week or so. While Mitsubishi, Mercedes-Benz, and BMW have had their turns and built […]

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Nissan Fairlady Z Roadster Discontinued in Japan

Nissan Fairlady Z Roadster Discontinued in Japan

Nissan has announced that it will discontinue Japanese production of the Fairlady Z Roadster (otherwise known as the 370Z Roadster outside of Japan) on September 30 of this year. Before you go and start worrying about what that means for a 2015 370Z Roadster here in the United States, let this statement from a Nissan […]

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1965 Ford GT40 Roadster Prototype Goes to Auction in August

1965 Ford GT40 Roadster Prototype Goes to Auction in August

The rare roadster, one of only four ever made, is expected to sell for eight figures at RM Auctions' August event in Monterey

This year’s RM Auctions event in Monterey, California (August 15-16) is chock full of ridiculous dream cars, including an absurd number of vintage Ferraris and a 1966 Jaguar E-Type Series 1 that we would probably sell a kidney for. One model in particular, however, might warrant selling off a kidney, an arm, a leg, and […]

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Datsun Fairlady Roadster Helps Man Connect with Beauty

Datsun Fairlady Roadster Helps Man Connect with Beauty

Sometimes all you need to get a brand-new outlook on life is a car and an open stretch of road. No one knows this better than Scott Fisher, a manufacturing business owner who decided he needed to take his 1967 Datsun Fairlady Roadster all across North America in order to get his mojo back. With […]

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2014 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Roadster Overview

2014 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Roadster Overview

What’s New for the 2014 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Roadster The 2014 incarnation of the SL-Class Roadster continues to project sophistication and style through impressive performance. The SL-Class Roadster was completely redesigned last year, and the 2014 version continues on these improvements with a now-standard Premium Package on all model trims. 2014 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class Roadster Exterior On […]

 Kurt Verlin

BMW Joins Toyota to Build Fuel Cell SUVs

BMW Joins Toyota to Build Fuel Cell SUVs

Toyota and BMW are no strangers to each other, having recently collaborated on the development of the Toyota GR Supra and BMW Z4 sports cars

 Kyle Johnson

Ford Launches Eluminator e-Crate Motor, Promptly Sells Out

Ford Launches Eluminator e-Crate Motor, Promptly Sells Out

Still not sure whether folks are ready to make the switch to electric? Here’s a bit of evidence to that point: At SEMA 2021, Ford rolled out a beautiful, beautiful concept truck styled after the classic F-100 and powered by a new electric crate motor. Within days, Ford sold out, saying demand “exceeded expectations.” Also […]

 Kimiko Kidd

Mazda Miata Named One of Best Daily Driver Sports Cars

Mazda Miata Named One of Best Daily Driver Sports Cars

Sports cars may seem like an expensive and impractical pick for most drivers. However, in a recent roundup of the segment, HotCars named the Mazda Miata as one of best daily driver sports cars. Here’s why this classic roadster made the shortlist. Show Off Your Style on Your Daily Commute: Customize your Miata with genuine […]

 Kimiko Kidd

Mazda Sales Continue to Rise in June

Mazda Sales Continue to Rise in June

Mazda continues its upward trend in sales compared to last year’s figures. In June, the automaker had its second-best sales month in the history of its U.S. operations. Here’s a look at how those figures break down. The Newest Member of the Mazda Family: See what makes the CX-30 a popular pick A strong comeback […]

 Kurt Verlin

Maserati Teases First All-Electric Car

Maserati Teases First All-Electric Car

In one of the images, there’s the smallest hint of a chrome exhaust tip, suggesting this particular prototype is gas-powered

 Catherine Hiles

5 Best Car-Related Roadside Attractions in the US

5 Best Car-Related Roadside Attractions in the US

One of the many reasons that road trips are so appealing is because they give you an opportunity to see some of the greatest roadside attractions in the United States. Alongside your giant baskets and humungous dinosaurs, there are also several car-related attractions worth checking out. Here are five to consider the next time you hit […]

 Kimiko Kidd

2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata Wins KBB 5-Year Cost to Own Award

2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata Wins KBB 5-Year Cost to Own Award

The 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata recently drove home with the Kelley Blue Book Five-Year Cost to Own Award in the sports car segment. Here’s how the Miata outclassed the competition. Your Dream Car is Within Reach: The 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata What does it take to win the KBB Five-Year Cost to Own Award? While […]

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A Look at Audi’s Ambitious Electric Future

A Look at Audi’s Ambitious Electric Future

As the auto industry changes, Audi continues to blaze a path forward toward a cleaner, smarter future. The next few years will see the automaker embrace that future with a number of ambitious releases and massive shakeups. This new era will see plenty of beloved vehicles return in EV form, and could be the end […]

 Kimiko Kidd

[PHOTOS] Meet the 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport Venture

[PHOTOS] Meet the 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport Venture

Mazda has delivered yet another special-edition Miata. This time, lucky drivers in the United Kingdom will have a chance to take home the new 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata Sport Venture. Here’s a look at its exclusive features. Keep Your Mazda in Pristine Condition: Tips for maintaining your Mazda Athletic design The 2021 Mazda MX-5 Miata […]

 Aaron Widmar

A Beginners Guide to the Types of Convertible Tops

A Beginners Guide to the Types of Convertible Tops

The word “convertible” comes from the root word “convert,” simply referring to a car with a roof that is changeable. However, any automotive enthusiast would tell you that there’s much more to a convertible than simply that. There are, in fact, many types of convertible tops based on their material and the way they are removed. […]