Automotive Aftermarket

What Leno’s Law Really Means For California Classic Car Owners

California's new Leno's Law expands Smog Check exemptions to certain 1976-1985 collector cars, but the change comes with important limits. Here is what the law actually means for classic car owners, including

Global Shelby Cobra Kit, Replica, and Continuation Manufacturers

Shelby Cobra Buyer’s Guide: Kits, Replicas, Continuations And What They Cost

From $15,000 DIY kits to six-figure Shelby Cobra continuations, here is what you need to know before buying or building a Cobra replica in 2026.

Cobra RAD 390 vs. RAD 490i vs. RAD 700i: Which Radar Detector Is Best?

Cobra's RAD 390, RAD 490i, and RAD 700i offer three levels of radar protection. We compare features, performance, connectivity, and value to find the right one.

California Tire Rules: What Enthusiasts Need To Know About The 2029 Restrictions

California Tire rules are changing as the state has adopted sweeping new efficiency standards for replacement tires, but despite some alarming headlines, the state isn’t banning your current tires or adding an

by Michael Satterfield

2 months ago

The 1962 Ford Econoline Bulova Racing van is stripped for restoration at Apex Auto Works, revealing minor hidden damage but an exceptionally solid body ready for paint.

Project Car: 1962 Ford Econoline Bulova Racing Support Van Paint And Body

The 1962 Ford Econoline Bulova Racing Support Van is stripped for restoration at Apex Auto Works, revealing minor hidden damage but an exceptionally solid body ready for paint.

by Michael Satterfield

3 months ago

Signature Autosports Meridian 911 Reimagines The Analog Sports Car For The Long Way Around

Signature Autosports has unveiled the Meridian 911, a hand-built grand touring expedition machine that blends classic 911 character with elevated capability, modern engineering, and in-house craftsmanship.

by Michael Satterfield

3 months ago

Jimmy Oakes’ Ferrari-Powered Porsche 911 Is The Kind Of Chaos Car Culture Needs

Jimmy Oakes and ENEOS debuted the Porrari, a 1978 Porsche 911 SC powered by a Ferrari-built Maserati F136 V8, at Formula DRIFT Connecticut.

by TGR Staff

4 months ago

Affordable Classics: The Ford Falcon Squire

Some of the best classic cars on the market are not the ones dominating auction headlines or starring in glossy coffee table books. They are the cars that quietly deliver charm, usability,

by Michael Satterfield

9 months ago

Paint & Panel Update: The Hundred Dollar Healey Sprite Special Comes Alive Again

There is a moment in every long-term project when the car finally looks less like a collection of optimistic ideas and more like a machine on its way back to life. For

by Michael Satterfield

10 months ago

SEMA 2025: The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly

I must admit that SEMA 2025 felt a bit off this year. We had a car there with one of our partners, the Apex Auto Works Pikes Peak Hill Climb Road Runner,

by Michael Satterfield

11 months ago

Gymkhana Returns: Travis Pastrana Unleashes The 670-Horsepower Subaru Brataroo 9500 Turbo At SEMA

The Subaru Brataroo 9500 Turbo isn’t just another Gymkhana car, it’s the perfect collision of nostalgia, insanity, and innovation. It brings the story full circle, from Ken Block’s early days of tire

by TGR Staff

11 months ago

SEMA 2025: Ringbrothers KINGPIN Mustang Mach 1 Redefines American Muscle

Every year, the SEMA Show delivers its share of jaw-dropping builds, but few command the floor quite like a Ringbrothers creation. For 2025, the Wisconsin-based craftsmen unveiled the Ringbrothers KINGPIN, a reimagined

by TGR Staff

11 months ago

SEMA 2025 Trends To Watch: What We Expect To See In Las Vegas

SEMA 2025 runs November 4–7 at the Las Vegas Convention Center, with Friday open to the public. Expect a packed floor, major OEM concepts, and data-backed signals from the aftermarket’s latest research.

by TGR Staff

11 months ago

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