Michael Satterfield

Michael Satterfield, founder of The Gentleman Racer, is a storyteller, adventurer, and automotive expert whose work blends cars, travel, and culture. As a member of The Explorers Club, he brings a spirit of discovery to his work, whether uncovering forgotten racing history or embarking on global expeditions. His site has become a go-to destination for car enthusiasts and style aficionados, known for its compelling storytelling and unique perspective. A Texan with a passion for classic cars and motorsports, Michael is also a hands-on restorer, currently working on a 1960s SCCA-spec Formula Super Vee and other project cars. As the head of the Satterfield Group, he consults on branding and marketing for top automotive and lifestyle brands, bringing his deep industry knowledge to every project.

REO Runabout: The Mystery Dallas Startup Promising A $21,500 Barebones Truck

A new Dallas company wants to revive the REO name with a simple, gas-powered, body-on-frame truck, dubbed the REO Runabout. The idea is exactly what many buyers say they want, but the

The Brummett Maserati Special: Oklahoma’s Birdcage-Inspired Route 66 Hot Rod

Inside the Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum in Sapulpa sits a strange, beautiful Maserati-inspired sports racer with an Oklahoma story all its own. The Brummett Maserati Special.

Rolls-Royce Off-Road

When most people think of Rolls-Royce, they envision something like those 1980s Grey Poupon commercials: stuffy, aristocratic, luxurious, but somehow boring. No one thinks, "let's take that Rolls-Royce off-road,"...But here in rural

McLaren Senna Still Setting Records

TGR Staff McLaren has just broken its fourth production-car lap record with drive Andy Pilgrim taking the McLaren Senna setting the Grand Course record of just 2:02.86 at NCM Motorsports Park, Kentucky,

by Michael Satterfield

6 years ago

Praesel’s Addiction

by Michael Satterfield – 08/24/2020 I have been accused of being addicted to cars, having owned over one hundred cars myself over the years, dragging home obscure classics, weird kit cars, and even

by Michael Satterfield

6 years ago

For the Kid Who Has Everything the McLaren Senna Ride-On

TGR Staff For the kid who has everything or for the adult who just likes to collect all things automotive McLaren has released their latest battery-powered electric Ride-On. Based on McLaren’s most track-focused

by Michael Satterfield

6 years ago

Sean Starr: Traditional Sign Painter

One day, while driving through the small town of Calvert, Texas, I noticed a new store had opened on the once nearly empty Main Street. The sign read "Signs," and the window

by Michael Satterfield

6 years ago

Classic Convertible Collection Up For Auction in Minnesota

by Michael Satterfield Ron Windel’s first car was a 1962 Chevrolet Impala Convertible. it was the car he drove when he met his wife and the car that started his love of

by Michael Satterfield

6 years ago

Bentley Releases Silverlake A Fragrance for Men

TGR Staff Bentley has released its latest luxury fragrance Silverlake, under the Bentley Frangrances luxury brand. The scent was designed by Ane Ayo, an up-and-coming perfumer who described the scent as “a

by Michael Satterfield

6 years ago

First Drive: Kandi America K23

This story is sponsored by Kandi America but all opinions are my own. by Michael Satterfield Later this month Kandi America will be launching two all-electric vehicles in the US Market for

by Michael Satterfield

6 years ago

NASCAR to Offer In-Race Betting in 2021

TGR Staff NASCAR and BetMGM have signed a multi-year sports betting partnership to introduce in-race betting options for racing fans. BetMGM will have the rights to NASCAR trademarks and will be the

by Michael Satterfield

6 years ago

Buying Your First Gun

by Michael Satterfield – 08/11/2020 So far, Americans have bought over 17 million guns in 2020, thanks largely to fears over coronavirus, political polarization, and waves of civil unrest. For many first-time gun buyers, the process

by Michael Satterfield

6 years ago

Audrain Automobile Museum: From The Racetrack To The Opera

TGR Staff The Audrain Automobile Museum of Newport, RI has announced the opening of their newest exhibition, “From the Racetrack to the Opera: Marques That Did It All” on August 15, 2020,

by Michael Satterfield

6 years ago