Apr
09
2007
In the world of sports cars, the term “exotic†refers to vehicles produced in very limited numbers, often by smaller manufacturers and super high-end vehicles created by some of the better-known car companies outside of the United States.
Many exotics are legendary. The world’s fastest car, the McLaren F1, for instance is a well-known exotic. Although [...]
Apr
07
2007
Harley Earl was an automobile design expert at Chevrolet who noticed the influx of small European sports cars into the United States after World War II. He knew there was a market for a two-seat roadster and convinced Chevrolet to introduce their own version: The Chevrolet Corvette.Â
In 1953, the first Corvette’s were unveiled. The cars [...]
Apr
06
2007
The history of American sports cars is the story not only of machines, but also of the men who made and drove them. There have been many key players in the development of the modern sports car, but some stand out as truly significant figures.Â
Among those innovators to remember are Alexander Winton, Zora Arkus-Duntov, and [...]
Apr
03
2007
AÂ review of the 2007 Denver Auto Show by Vince Bodiford of TheWeekendDrive.com. “This show will surprise you with everything that it has to offer!”
Apr
02
2007
Sports cars are widely loved, but a quick survey of one’s morning commute will show they are not the most popular vehicle type on the road. Four door sedans, SUV’s, practical pickup trucks, and small economy cars dominate the automotive landscape. Sports cars seem to be an increasingly rare commodity. This is because other types [...]