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

1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing

TGR Staff – 03/15/2018 The 1957 Mercedes-Benz 300 SL Gullwing on offer, chassis no. 7500071, is the fifth from last example ever produced, and as such carries the most desirable late-production features,

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

McLaren Carbon Black

McLaren Special Operations (MSO), the bespoke division of McLaren Automotive, is extending its Sports Series offering with the 570GT MSO Black Collection. Featuring new MSO Bespoke Carbon Black exterior paint, as well

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Eight Cars You Didn’t Know Were Made in Ireland

TGR Staff If you thought the famous “Back to the Future” DeLorean was the only automobile with Irish roots, think again. With St. Patrick’s Day approaching, the experts at ClassicCars.com have identified

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Five Family Activities this Race Weekend at Auto Club Speedway

Want to bring the kids to a NASCAR race, but not sure what there is to do? Well, Auto Club Speedway is the ultimate motorsports playground for kids to have a blast

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

The Photography of Amy Shore

Amy Shore has been the ‘house photographer’ for Bicester Heritage for four years, capturing the development of the site, as well as the numerous events hosted over the years with her artistic

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Nissan Unveils Formula E Livery

Nissan has taken the next steps toward its debut in the all-electric ABB FIA Formula E Championship by revealing its concept livery at the Geneva Motor Show. At last year’s Tokyo Motor

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Drive Toward a Cure California Adventure

TGR Staff When name brands like Shell, Piloti, Maserati, Acura, and Hagerty join forces for the second year in a row – as each is doing for non-profit Drive Toward a Cure and the organization’s

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Tag Heuer | Gulf

TGR Staff – 03/07/2018 Today, TAG Heuer is very proud to announce that a global partnership has been signed with Gulf Oil International, which will see the development of new activities and

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

A Slightly Off-Road Trip

by Michael Satterfield This week I have been driving the new Toyota Tundra Platinum 4X4. Now unlike the past off-road Toyota TRD-Pro series trucks I have taken on my adventures, this Tundra was built

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Nicko McBrain’s Custom XJ

Today, at the Geneva Motor Show, Jaguar Classic is proud to present Iron Maiden drummer Nicko McBrain’s custom-built ‘Greatest Hits’ Jaguar XJ6, kicking-off the XJ model’s 50th-anniversary celebrations in 2018. The bespoke

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago