This may just be nostalgia. It may be the cars that I grew up in, learned to drive in, and wrecked in high school. But I didn't love them then, so why do I feel so attached to them now? Forewarning: this is the opposite of an obscure drive. … [Read more...] about The Thoughtful Perfection of a 15-Year-Old Japanese Car: 2002 Nissan Maxima Review
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1993 Ford Mustang Cobra Review
Hoooooooooo boy. Where am I going to start? What's the point in having a disclosure? I've been obsessed the Foxbody Mustang Cobra since I could remember.... And now I've had the chance to drive it. And I have a bunch of thoughts about that. … [Read more...] about 1993 Ford Mustang Cobra Review
Review: 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera
White knuckles. On the steering wheel. On the nondescript shifter. Reaching for the inexplicably complicated HVAC controls. I was probably - no, definitely - gripping everything way harder than necessary. This was not the fastest car I've ever driven. Or the sketchiest. Or the … [Read more...] about Review: 1996 Porsche 911 Carrera
Tesla Model S: A quick-drive review in its natural habitat
"Check this out, AJ" My head pinned back against the seat, and John laughed when he saw my eyes widen. John knows I'm a big car guy, and was excited to see that he was able to surprise me. John is a higher-up at the company I work for. He was simultaneously nice/supportive … [Read more...] about Tesla Model S: A quick-drive review in its natural habitat
Obscure Review: 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1
I recently received the opportunity to get behind the wheel of a low-mileage 1991 Corvette ZR-1. I was thrilled; I've always been a huge fan of this car for a number of reasons, … [Read more...] about Obscure Review: 1991 Chevrolet Corvette ZR-1