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

eBay Motors BMW 1 Series Carbon Fiber Spoiler

Thank you to eBay Motors for sponsoring this post and helping me find the perfect carbon fiber spoiler This post was written by me through an activation with eBay and Hire Influence.

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Mini Mania’s Don Racine Takes on Can-Am Mini Challenge

California’s Mini Mania owner/founder Don Racine is launching an all-out assault on the prestigious Can-Am Mini Challenge this September with a fleet of vintage Classic Minis featuring race and championship-winning cars spanning

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

The Bush Family Has Some Crazy Nicknames

TGR Staff – 07/21/2017 The South is known for long formal names, monogrammed everything, and most of the time they won’t even consider it a family name unless you’re at least the

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

The Scout Bobber

Strip it down. That was the inspiration Indian Motorcycle used when developing the latest model in its iconic Scout lineup, the new Indian Scout Bobber. A low slung, blacked-out, minimalist motorcycle that

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

SCRAMP re-launched the famed Monterey Historic Automobile Races

TGR Staff In four weeks tens of thousands of the world’s automobile community will sharpen their focus on all the activities that comprise Monterey Classic Car Week that runs from August 11-20.

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Coolhaus Teams Up with Ford

Two cool classics come together this summer as Ford introduces a limited-edition Mustang-inspired Orange Fury ice cream sandwich, created using Coolhaus Premium Ice Cream – the nationally celebrated sweet-treat brand known for

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

ICON 7″ Headlights for Classics

ICON, makers of some of the best classic Broncos and FJs in the world, put a lot of time and development into the parts that make their vehicles so unique. While most

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Ferrari: Under the Skin

The Design Museum in London announces Ferrari: Under the Skin, a major exhibition revealing the fascinating history of the brand. The show, created in collaboration with Ferrari, celebrates 70 years of precision

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Valkyrie’s Aerodynamics Revealed

Since the first reveal of the Aston Martin Valkyrie hypercar in July 2016, Aston Martin, Red Bull Advanced Technologies and project partner AF Racing have been working intensively to further develop the

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Documentary McLaren

The much-anticipated documentary “McLaren” recounts Bruce McLaren’s life from his humble beginnings at his father’s auto shop in Auckland, to revolutionizing Formula 1 racing by becoming the youngest driver ever to win a

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago