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

Boutique Cigar Show Launches in Peoria

TGR Staff The inaugural Pacific Cigar Show, “A Boutique Cigar Experience”, is a cigar event that stands out from the rest, in that it will be providing one of the top three

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

First Drive: Alfa Romeo Stelvio

by Michael Satterfield Since it was introduced in 2018, Alfa Romeo’s Stelvio has struggled to make inroads in the crowded luxury SUV market. The performance-focused driving dynamic and classic Italian good looks

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

Ricky Brabec, First American Rider to Win Dakar

by Michael Satterfield With a second-place finish in today’s final stage of the 2020 Dakar Rally, Ricky Brabec has taken the overall victory on his Monster Energy Honda CRF450. The 28-year-old completed

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

Rolling Coal Could Cost Diesel Brother Millions in Fines

by Michael Satterfield Discovery Channel’s Diesel Brothers are in hot water after a lawsuit was filed in 2017 against the Reality TV Stars by an environmental group that claims the modifications performed

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

$399 Night Vision Action Camera by SiOnyx

by Michael Satterfield SiOnyx has been a leader in night vision optics since 2006, their game-changing Ultra-Low Light sensors are trusted by the US Army and are now available in the compact

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

First Drive: Chevrolet Colorado ZR2

by Michael Satterfield – 01/14/2020 Since the Chevrolet Colorado ZR2 was announced for production in 2016, I wanted to get behind the wheel of one. I loved the offroad styling, its stance, and

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

Made in Texas: Apex Coffee Roasters

by Michael Satterfield Founded in Waco, Texas in 2014 Apex Coffee Roasters is different than most coffee companies, inspired by racing and owned by passionate automotive enthusiast, the brand’s familiar Gulf Racing

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

Samsung’s New 49″ Curved QLED Gaming Monitor

by Michael Satterfield One of the coolest new products to come out at CES 2020 was the new Samsung Odyssey gaming monitors which include a radically new curved display and the latest

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

Nicolas Cage’s 1967 Eleanor Sells for $852,000

by Michael Satterfield It was a big week for Mustang movie cars at Mecum’s Kissimmee Florida auction with the Bullitt hero car selling for over $3.7 million and one of the original

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

A Route 66 Road Trip (Part 1)

The road trip holds a special place in the American consciousness; every trip has a story of triumph, heartbreak, interesting strangers, and stranger locals. It is a road like Route 66 that

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago