Central Texas With The CX-9
It is summertime and that means road trips, this summer my adventures have taken me across 8 states and to some amazing destinations. While you can take a trip in just about
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Simpson Design Italia GTZ
Simpson Design is a small coachbuilder in the Pacific Northwest that specializes in building retro-inspired sports cars on the Mazda MX-5. The companies latest creation has been dubbed the Italia GTZ. Drawing from the timeless lines
8 Cars that are Still Cheap to Drift
TGR Staff – 02/17/2023 Drifting is a popular motorsport that requires drivers to maneuver their cars through turns using controlled slides. It requires a unique set of skills, and while it may
The Mazda CX-30 Ups the Ante for Compact SUVs
by Michael Satterfield Automakers are scrambling to create compact affordable SUVs, with some brands abandoning the traditional sedan all together, the choices for most car buyers isn’t hatchback or sedan, it’s selecting
MX5 Tuscan Tour
by Michael Satterfield Blue Strada Tours in conjunction with the Italian Mazda Miata themed resort, Miataland, has launched a new experience allowing motoring enthusiasts the opportunity to enjoy nine days of sports
A Day at The Mitty
by Michael Satterfield The Mitty is one of the oldest of the vintage races in the U.S. running for over 40 years and attracting some of the rarest historic race cars from
Best Sports Cars for under $5,000
by Michael Satterfield There is something about a two-seat sports car, preferably with no top, that is special. The thrill of speed, the rush of the wind, and the ability to escape
First Drive Mazda CX-5
by Michael Satterfield I just got back from spending a few wonderful days in British Columbia with Mazda driving the new 2019 CX-5. While at first glance you might think little has
The All New Mazda3
TGR Staff The all-new Mazda3 makes its world premiere today at the 2018 Los Angeles Auto Show. The fully redesigned model will be rolled out to global markets – beginning with North
Mitsuoka Rock Star
by Michael Satterfield – 10/22/2018 Japanese car builder Mitsuoka, maker of the classic Viewt sedan and the Orochi supercar has unveiled the new Rock Star based on the new Mazda MX-5 and inspired by the classic C2
Petersen Hosting Collection of Rare Japanese Classics
TGR Staff As part of its ongoing celebration of Japanese culture and automotive tradition, the Petersen Automotive Museum has gathered the most unique and iconic Japanese performance vehicles in the world under
San Pedro Mártir Hill Climb
by Michael Satterfield The second annual San Pedro Mártir Hill Climb took place this past week in Baja, California. Billed as the longest hill climb in the world the event attracted racers
First Drive: Mazda6 Signature
By Michael Satterfield I spent some time in Colorado in the new Mazda6 Signature, Mazda’s midsize luxury sedan, as with past Mazda Signature trim level vehicles I have driven, the 6 was
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