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

Concours of Elegance A Celebration of Jaguar

The Concours of Elegance 2017 will host a 60th-anniversary celebration of Jaguar’s legendary 1-2-3-4-6 finish at the 1957 Le Mans 24 Hours race. All three podium finishers will drive in convoy, alongside

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Simply Japanese

More than 700 cars from 38 clubs are already booked to take part in Simply Japanese, one of Beaulieu’s biggest Simply events which is shaping up to break even more records again this

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Jaguar at Le Mans

Jaguar Classic is celebrating its Le Mans-winning heritage this summer, as preparations get underway for this weekend’s 85th running of the French 24-hour endurance race – an event Jaguar sports cars have

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

TravelCar Carsharing Comes to USA

TGR Staff TravelCar, the global innovator in airport parking and carsharing for travelers, announced today it has entered the U.S. market, selecting Los Angeles as its headquarters and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) for its first

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance Celebration of Ferrari 70th Anniversary

TGR Staff The first Ferrari-badged automobile, a 125 Sport with a 1.5-liter V12 engine, took to the open road in the spring of 1947. Soon after, with amazing speed, cars bearing the

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Shift BMW Giveaway

Shift, a San Francisco-based startup that combines technology and a team of car concierges to take the hassle and guesswork out of buying and selling cars, today announced its California BMW Giveaway

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

1950 Ferrari 166 MM/212 Export “Uovo” by Fontana

Perhaps one of the most compelling and recognizable coachbuilt Ferraris of the Enzo era, the “Uovo” will be a clear highlight of this year’s Monterey auction week. Boasting one-off coachwork from Carrozzeria

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

McLaren 570S GT4 Wins Silverstone

The McLaren 570S GT4 scored its second win of the 2017 British GT Championship season, customer team track-club winning the series’ blue riband event, the Silverstone 500, as part of a packed

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

Aston Martin X Hogan

During London Fashion Week Men’s, Aston Martin and Hogan are announcing a new partnership that will see the two luxury brands collaborate on an exclusive ‘Aston Martin x Hogan’ limited edition luxury

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago

NSFW: Road Rage Driver Loses It

TGR Staff A video of an exchange between two motorists outside of Colorado Springs is going viral. The recording, from yesterday, shows Lyfe Engelhart and boyfriend Brandon Vega sitting in a Subaru

by Michael Satterfield

9 years ago