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Mar 10, 2025
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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.

The New Collector Car

Trends from Amelia Island auctions included booming prices for European exotics built in the ‘80s and ‘90s as well as a continued rise in prices for the Porsche market buoyed by the
8 years ago

Pacto Helmets

It all started when Danilo Coto Cruz bought a vintage motorcycle and wanted a helmet to match the cool timeless style of the Zündapp KS 601. After spending years collecting and restoring
8 years ago

Vernasca Silver Flag Hill Climb

by Michael Satterfield This year’s Vernasca Silver Flag Hill Climb in Northern Italy is throwing open its track to welcome “the most beautiful cars in the world” on 16-18th June. “Rather than
8 years ago

Project Black S

INFINITI‘s Project Black S explores the potential for a new INFINITI performance grade, featuring unique-for-the-road technology inspired by Formula One. Suggesting a radical reinterpretation of the INFINITI Q60 coupe, the Project Black
8 years ago

Huracán Perfomante

Automobili Lamborghini unveils the Huracán Perfomante at the Geneva Motor Show, combining new lightweight technologies, active aerodynamics with aero vectoring and a new set-up of chassis, all-wheel-drive system and further improved powertrain.
8 years ago

An American Road Trip

Two Weeks, Four Wheels, and the Open Road by Michael Satterfield – 03/06/2017 I spent the better part of two weeks in the new Fiat 500L on a mission to see some of
8 years ago

The Aston Martin Valkyrie.

The revolutionary hypercar being co-developed by Aston Martin and Red Bull Advanced Technologies, formerly identified by its codename AM-RB 001, has now been officially named the Aston Martin Valkyrie. The name continues
8 years ago

Hyundai Takes On Rally Mexico

TGR Staff – 03/06/2017 After a difficult start to the 2017 FIA World Rally Championship (WRC), Hyundai Motorsport is ready to reassert its credentials as Championship contenders at Rally Mexico, the third
8 years ago
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