Author: Dominic Righetti

The Toyobaru Triplets: Exploring the History & Performance of the Toyota GR86, Scion FR-S & Subaru BRZ

Designing and producing a new car is a daunting task, with hundreds of millions of dollars on the line. This goes doubly true when an automaker sets out to create […]

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A Quick History of The Nissan/Datsun Z Sports Cars, Part 2: The V6 Era

Nissan’s Z car has been a longstanding nameplate on the list of the world’s great cars. Stretching all the way back to the original Datsun 240Z, the Z (or Fairlady […]

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A Quick History of The Nissan/Datsun Z Sports Cars, Part 1: The Inline Six Era

Long hood, short deck, fastback profile: a recipe for success. And while many cars have sported this distinctive silhouette over the years, few have enjoyed the roaring reputation that followed […]

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So…What ACTUALLY Makes a Subaru a Subaru?

Subaru cars have a devoted fanbase, despite Subaru itself not being a very large company. In fact, Subaru isn’t even in the top 20 as far as production goes. So […]

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Elephant in the Room: Dave Hart’s 1969 Plymouth Satellite

Even for muscle car fanatics, spotting a genuine Hemi-powered Mopar isn’t an everyday occurrence. However, for Dave Hart, laying eyes on a bona fide original 426 Hemi engine was as […]

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Why Are the Honda K-Series Engines So Popular? Find Out from Hybrid Racing’s David Cordell

Over two thousand horsepower. Proven 1/4 mile ETs in the sixes…and sometimes the fives. Boosted to the moon. You’ve probably got a good idea of what engine we’re talking about, […]

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2016-Current Mazda MX-5 Miata ND Buyer’s Guide: Year-by-Year Changes

In a world where crossover SUVs dominate dealer showrooms, it’s a wonder that a vehicle like the ND Mazda MX-5 is able to exist. While many cars have grown in […]

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2006-15 Mazda MX-5 Miata NC Buyer’s Guide: Year-by-Year Changes

If you’ve been reluctant to commit to a Mazda Miata because they’re just too darn small, we have some good news for you. As well as being the first Miata […]

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Always the Answer: A Brief History of the Mazda Miata MX-5

For over 35 years, the Mazda Miata (known as the MX-5 or Eunos Roadster in other parts of the globe) has been “the answer” for over a million enthusiasts looking […]

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1999-2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata NB Buyer’s Guide: Year-by-Year Changes

On the hunt for an early Miata, but want one with a bit more refinement? Or perhaps you’re just not a fan of pop-up headlights. Either way, we’ve got good […]

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