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

Singer Vehicle Design L.A. Area Book Signing

For those that have ever wondered exactly what goes on ‘behind the scenes’ at Singer Vehicle Design — the little restoration shop in Southern California that’s provided a re-birth of sorts to

by Michael Satterfield

11 years ago

Lincoln Miles Makes Managing your Lease Easier

Lincoln Automotive Financial Services is testing new ways to help customers manage lease mileage and earn up to $1,000 toward their next Lincoln vehicle. By the end of January, qualified lease clients

by Michael Satterfield

11 years ago

M3/M4 Competition Package

The BMW M3 Sedan, M4 Coupe and M4 Convertible are already regarded as the perfect combination of high-performance sports car engineering with unrestricted everyday utility. From spring 2016, all three body styles

by Michael Satterfield

11 years ago

McLaren’s first showing in Europe

McLaren will showcase the Sports Series and Super Series at the 94th edition of the Brussels Motor Show, 12-24 January 2016. McLaren Brussels will present examples of the 570S Coupé and the

by Michael Satterfield

11 years ago

Bentley | Vertu

The new Signature Touch for Bentley smartphone signals a new step in design and technology for the two brands’ long-term partnership. The powerful, modern smartphone is the latest collaboration in communications technology,

by Michael Satterfield

11 years ago

The new Caterham ‘S’ Pack

Caterham Cars has introduced the ‘S’ Pack and the wider-bodied S5 chassis as options for the fastest road car it has ever produced. The Seven 620S is the mildly saner, more road-oriented sibling

by Michael Satterfield

11 years ago

2016 Dakar Rally with MINI

Day Nine (Rest Day). Today is classed as Rest Day within the Dakar Rally that is currently camped in Salta, Argentina. For the drivers and co-drivers from every manufacturer and the many

by Michael Satterfield

11 years ago

New Daily vLog

2016 marks the start of a year of vlogging, I hope that you will follow along with me. I will be taking you along with me on my photo shoots, racing, fashion

by Michael Satterfield

11 years ago

The Ehang 184

Ehang, a Guangzhou, China-based company, has unveiled a single passenger drone CES 2016 in Las Vegas called the 184. About the size of a Fiat 500 the electric passenger carrying quadcopter is

by Michael Satterfield

11 years ago

Street Racer who killed two in Chatsworth gets 12 years

Karen Gary Balyan the man behind the wheel of a Ford Mustang that lost control during an illegal street race, killing two spectators, was sentenced to 12 years in state prison. The

by Michael Satterfield

11 years ago