A while ago I was listening to Spike’s Car Radio podcast and the host, Spike Feresten, asked his co-host about their “taproot” car; the place where their car obsession started. He defined it as the car which started their obsession . This question is frequently asked of guests and the answers are often varied. This…
Category: General Automotive
I did it! 2022 Subaru BRZ In My Garage.
I did it! This winter I took my own advice and bought a 2022 Subaru BRZ. Over the last couple of years I’ve written about buying sports cars to keep them on the market, the joys of a small and light car, and even the greatness of rear wheel drive. The BRZ is everything I…
The Case for a Small, Simple and Light Car
Small. Simple. Light. Those are words most people don’t use to describe vehicles on the road today. Lately however, I’m starting to see this quickly shrinking and forgotten segment of the car market is where the real fun lies. Personally, I’ve been going for steadily more powerful and advanced cars in the search for something…
BMW’s M Town Tour
Not long ago, I had a chance to participate in one of BMW’s M Town Tour events. I discovered the event schedule by accident, but after reading up on the vehicles available for a test drive I knew it was an event I’d like to attend. Event Overview Some BMW test drive events introduce newly…
Hunting Automotive Unicorns
Every car enthusiast hopefully has at least one opportunity to buy the car they really want. This will be the car with the perfect combination of performance, options and colors. A car you stop to look at as you walk away after parking. As enthusiasts, the exact configuration of the vehicle, if not the vehicle…
No Time For Nostalgia: Accept Every New Sports Car
The official unveiling of the new 2020 Toyota Supra at the North American International Auto Show and Chevrolet announcing the 2020 Eighth Generation (C8) Corvette reveal in July 2019 typically wouldn’t have much in common. However, social media comments and forum posts made by faithful fans reveals a common theme: they aren’t happy. Complaints from…