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

MX-5 Tuscan Tour

Blue Strada Tours, in conjunction with the Italian Mazda Miata-themed resort, Miataland, has launched a new experience that allows motoring enthusiasts to enjoy nine days of sports cars, food, and wine in the Italian

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

G-SHOCK Neo Tokyo: A Tribute to Futuristic Anime Aesthetics

Casio G-SHOCK has released the all-new "Neo Tokyo" series in their most popular styles, including the DW6900, GA140, GA700, and GAS100 lineups. Inspired by the colors of the futuristic metropolises from our favorite anime

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

The New Baja Boot

by Michael Satterfield James Glickenhaus released images via Facebook of the production version of one of his most exciting automotive projects, the SCG Boot, a modern homage to the original Baja Boot

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

The Lovely Pooper

by Michael Satterfield Pete Lovely was a Porsche/Volkswagen dealer in Fife, Washington and racing driver who won the first-ever race held at Laguna Seca, while piloting a Ferrari. He would go on

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

Acura Brings Rad to the Rolex Reunion

by Michael Satterfield Acura will be showcasing the brand’s first Acura Motorsports prototype race cars during the 2019 Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion at Laguna Seca. The cars will include the Radwood era

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

MVMT the Documentary

by Michael Satterfield – 08/14/2019 MVMT Watches have been controversial among watch enthusiasts since their launched in 2013, lauded by paid social media celebrities the brand sold over 1 million watches in just

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

Monterey Car Week: Prince Skyline Sport

by Michael Satterfield A 1963 Prince Skyline Sport Coupe will be one of the more unique vehicles on display at the second annual Japanese Automotive Invitational, held during the Pebble Beach Concours

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

Five Ways to Upgrade Your Space

by Michael Satterfield Keeping up with, work, social life, family and friends can be daunting and your home should not just be a place to change clothes and sleep, but a place

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

Blueberry Sling

The team over at Whitley Neill sent me a bottle of their Handcrafted Dry Gin so I thought I would share one of my favorite summer cocktails, a blueberry sling, the perfect

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago

The Karma SC1

TGR Staff Southern California-based luxury electric automaker and high-tech incubator Karma Automotive today announced the North American debut of its SC1 Vision Concept car will occur at the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.

by Michael Satterfield

7 years ago