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

How to Get Rid of Rust on Your Car

by Scott Huntington It’s one thing that no one wants to see on their favorite daily driver — iron oxide, also known as rust. It’s an inevitable part of owning a car on

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

A Cowboy Getaway in Irving Texas

by Michael Satterfield If you are traveling to the Dallas–Fort Worth area the options on where to stay can be overwhelming, with 47 cities making up the DFW metroplex the number of hotels is

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

Choosing the Right Tires for Your SUV

For your average person, the only time they think about their tires is when the warning light comes on, or when their dealer service writer tells them its time to change them.

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

Made in Texas: 18.21 Man Made

I get a lot of products sent to me, grooming products, random gadgets, and car accessories, and a lot of them never make it on the site. They are just not a

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

FordPass Now Complementary

by Michael Satterfield FordPass, the mobile app that allows vehicle owners to remotely start/stop/unlock their vehicles, schedule maintenance, chat with Ford Guides, and a host of other features is now offered without a

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

Ecurie Ecosse LM69

by Michael Satterfield The XJ13 prototype was designed to return Jaguar to the glory days of the 1950s where the marque took home five wins at Le Mans, but the XJ13 would

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

Honda Takes on Rebelle Rally

Honda takes on the 2019 Rebelle Rally, an all-women off-road rally that kicked off today (October, 10) in Lake Tahoe. The eight-day rally traverses Western Nevada, into Southern California ending at the

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

Alabama Style Whiskey

Since 1946, Clyde's Conecuh Ridge distillery has been producing some of the best whiskey in the country, almost completely uninterrupted. Clyde's son revived the recipe after his father's passing in 1990, having the

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

Bremont H-4 Hercules Limited Edition

by Michael Satterfield – 10/09/2019 The H-4 Hercules, better known as the “Spruce Goose” was built out of necessity in the shadow of World War II, as Allied ships were being decimated by

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

SIG SAUER Cross

TGR Staff SIG SAUER has released the new CROSS Rifle, the first SIG-built bolt-action hunting rifle designed by SIG SAURE and manufactured in the USA. The lightweight rifle features a push-button folding

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago