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

Bosch is Changing The Way You Park

Recently I was invited to Detroit by Bosch to check out some of their latest automotive technologies. From self-driving cars to redundant steering controls, secure blue tooth keyless technology and much more I

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

Brehanna Daniels, Breanna O’Leary to go over wall together at Daytona

TGR Staff – 07/05/2018 Less than two years after relocating to North Carolina to pursue careers as professional tire-changers, NASCAR Drive for Diversity pit crew members Brehanna Daniels and Breanna O’Leary will

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

Maserati Drive & Sail

TGR Staff The Maserati Drive & Sail Experience 2018 is a truly exclusive event dedicated to a select number of guests invited by Maserati. The trip will cover eight cities – La

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

Fiat 500 Spiaggina

Summer 1958 saw the introduction of the exclusive Fiat 500 Jolly, better known as the “Spiaggina”, and it was the embodiment of “La Dolce Vita”. 60 years later, the iconic "Spiaggina" makes

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

Mabel Cody’s Flying Circus

by Michael Satterfield The pilot flying one of Mabel Cody’s planes above “Sig” Haugdahl, in his Frontenac automobile on Daytona Beach. Stuntman Louis “Bugs” McGowan later transferred from the car to the

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

Aston Martin Celebrated At Hampton Court Palace Concours

On the 70th anniversary of the very first Aston Martin DB-badged models, the Concours of Elegance at Hampton Court Palace will be hosting a display of some of the finest Aston Martins

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

Bicester Heritage | Flywheel

TGR Staff Bicester Heritage is celebrating the overwhelming success of the first-ever Classic & Sports Car Show in association with Flywheel, which saw over 13,000 enthusiasts pass through the gates. Bicester Heritage

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

Central Texas With The CX-9

It is summertime and that means road trips, this summer my adventures have taken me across 8 states and to some amazing destinations. While you can take a trip in just about

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

Car Girl: Stephanie Vino

Model: Stephanie Vino Car: 1944 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Location: Slick’s Customs, Montclair California Styling/Makeup: Lourdes & Leandra Photographer: Mike Satterfield

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago

McLaren 600 Longtail

The McLaren 600LT marks the beginning of the next chapter in the McLaren ‘Longtail’ (LT) story and at the same time sets a new sportscar benchmark as the fastest, most powerful and

by Michael Satterfield

8 years ago