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

Lister Back in Business

TGR Staff In a historic announcement today, Lister Cars, one the greatest names in British sports car manufacturing, has stated it will return to its Cambridge roots to once again reinstate production

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

Why we don’t take the bus in California

by Michael Satterfield There has been a lot of debate here in California about public transportation since the high-speed rail program, thankfully, came to a halt. I say thankfully because the train

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

Classic Ford Parts Done Right by Crites

by Michael Satterfield Charles Crites is your typical car guy, he has owned and built Ford and Mercury cars all his life. As he began to collect and restore the cars of

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

Zubie allows real time tracking of your car via iPhone

A startup called Zubie is now offering a wireless device the Zubie Key that connects to most cars ODBII systems allowing the car to sync data from your car directly to an

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

Astons with AMG engines are three to four years away

According to Mercedes CEO, Dr Zetsche Aston Martin and AMG have reached an agreement that will see AMG powered Astons in three to four years. The companies have been in talks for

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

Grand Prix of Baltimore canceled for 2014, 2015

Organizers of the the Grand Prix of Baltimore announced Friday afternoon that there will not be a 2014 and 2015 race due to scheduling conflicts. The Ohio State and Navy football teams

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

Club To Restore The Legendary Safari Rally Z

by Michael Satterfield Few true sports cars in history can lay claim to not only being a road-racing champion, but also a rally legend. One such car is the Fairlady Z, which

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

Cal Worthington dies at 92

If you grew up in Southern California you know who Cal Worthington and his “dog Spot” are. “Spot” was almost always a bull, lion, tiger, and once a whale. Cal Worthington changed

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

Abandoned Gas Stations

Off Route 66, Northern Arizona by Michael Satterfield All over the US there are abandoned gas stations, some lost out to the interstates, while others just died for some unknown reason. Many

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago

Ecurie Ecosse Collection to Be Auctioned

TGR Staff A collection of Ecurie Ecosse competition cars is among early consignments to the 1st December auction at Bonhams’ revitalized New Bond Street, London, HQ The world’s most comprehensive collection of

by Michael Satterfield

13 years ago