All posts by: Dave Gran

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The CTS-V is as a luxurious vehicle, with massive amounts of power on tap. While the Cadillac brand had traditionally been thought as a car for a much older subdued driver, the CTS-V is anything but that. The car is full of sharp angles, folds, and interesting details such as the unique headlight design, grill […]

When designing the FR-S and allocating where the relatively small build budget should be directed, the focus was on the important aspects of a true enthusiast’s car. Beyond the sporty aesthetics of the car’s exterior, it was critical that the car handled well and is fun to drive out on the track. And to capture […]

In the Fall of 2011 we were able to sit down with Duncan Dayton, owner of Highcroft Racing, to gain a better understanding of just what it’s like to run a top-notch professional race team and what steps someone would need to become a part of a similar team (article can be read here). At […]

In years past when I heard the Hyundai name, the perception that came to my mind was cheap. Although this may not have been true of the manufacturer, it was my assumption. I admit to being a believer of the saying “perception is reality.” While I recognized the manufacturer had made great strides, I never […]

A Practical and Economical, Yet Pretty Fun Hatchback A typical criticism of small cars is that they’re…small. However, do not let the Fit’s exterior size fool you. The interior of the car is where it really stands out, not just in terms of space but also simplicity. Sitting inside the car, we found it to […]