2017 Lincoln Continental – The Return of an Icon
Rides June 13, 2017
My uncle Jesse was one of the coolest guys I knew. He dressed to the nines (leisure suit, platform shoes, and a hat with a feather in it, tilted to the side) and he always drove the latest cars. One of his cars that had a big impact on... Read more
Renault TreZor Voted Most Beautiful Concept Car
Rides June 3, 2017
The Jury at Italy’s prestigious Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este presented the Most Beautiful Concept Car of the Year award to the Renault TreZor, an all-electric concept car. “This award testifies to the fine judgment of great car collectors, who consider automobiles to be works of art,” said Stéphane Janin, Renault’s... Read more
In 2014, I got to drive the 707-horsepower Charger SRT Hellcat. It was an exhilarating experience. At the time, the Charger SRT Hellcat and its brother the Challenger SRT Hellcat, were the most powerful muscle cars ever. Today, a new muscle car reigns supreme – the wickedly fast 2018... Read more
Ferrari 812 Superfast – The Name Speaks for Itself
Rides March 2, 2017
It’s no secret that Ferrari builds fast cars. But the new 12-cylinder berlinetta, the 812 Superfast, takes speed to another level. It is the most powerful and fastest Ferrari in the marque’s history. Designed by the Ferrari Styling Centre, the new 812 Superfast redefines the formal language of front-engined V12 Ferraris,... Read more
The 2017 Ram Copper Sport Limited Edition – Truck Yeah!
Rides February 12, 2017
The 2017 Ram Copper Sport limited edition is a truck enthusiast’s dream. It features a vivid monochromatic exterior hue with body-color grille, a black-decaled Sport performance hood, black Ram’s head grille badge, black tailgate badge and black body-side badges. Twenty-two inch polished aluminum wheels fill the fenders. Interior treatments... Read more
The Lexus LC 500 is a Beautiful, Luxurious Performance Coupe
Rides February 10, 2017
I first saw the Lexus LC 500 at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. I was instantly smitten. The new flagship performance coupe showcases the qualities of design, beauty, engineering and advanced technology that define it as a premium vehicle. The LC 500 isn’t simply a car... Read more
C-Aircross Concept: The Futuristic Compact SUV by Citroën
Rides February 8, 2017
French car manufacturer, Citroën has revealed the C-Aircross Concept, a daring new vehicle with a strong and colorful identity. Its modern design offers the feeling of robustness and energy, along with an impressive, yet non-aggressive presence. The design is visually enhanced by the protective trim found on the lower parts... Read more
6 Things You Need to Do to Get Your Car Ready for Winter
Rides November 15, 2016
As a Houston resident, I don’t have to worry about harsh winters. On the day I’m writing this post, the temperature is 85 degrees in November. But I have had to deal with some freezing temperatures in the past, and I was unprepared. During one freeze, a sheet of... Read more
The 2016 Ford F-150 Platinum Edition is the Epitome of Texas Luxury
Rides November 1, 2016
In places like Miami Beach or L.A., you can impress people by driving around town in a fancy Italian sports car. But in Texas, a pickup truck is the ultimate status symbol, and perched at the top of the heap is the Ford F-150 Platinum. Forget about your preconceptions... Read more
A Critical Auto Safety Feature You Don’t Want to Neglect
Rides October 13, 2016
This post was sponsored by Monroe Shocks & Struts As my kids approach driving age, I’ve taken a greater interest in automobile safety features. My 15-year old daughter wants a pickup truck and my 13-year old son is eyeing sporty hatchbacks. However, I’m seriously considering making them share the... Read more