Category Archives: Local Spotlight

An in depth feature focusing on noteworthy rides from MI

The Novi Special

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Day 62: Novi Special For anybody that has ventured to Novi, Michigan they know that there isn’t much going on other than a major shopping mall and some restaurants, otherwise Novi is a typical cookie cutter neighborhood with little to no drama. Decades before Novi had neighborhoods and shopping malls there was something much more special, something that could make adults turn into children upon hearing its roar. Novi used to be home of the famous Novi Special. Continue reading “The Novi Special” »

Detroit Block Party: GR’s Finest

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Imagine the scene from Too Fast Too Furious when the camera pans down to an alley between two buildings and it’s full of cars and people. Now add GR’s FINEST stunt crew, and you’ll have a pretty good idea of event that took place this weekend on the streets of Detroit. I was there this weekend and was able to get a few pictures of Shelby Moore and Joe Tobolic doing what they do best.

Imagine Your Daily Commute Without the Michigan Left…

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You probably use them at least once a day. They are littered all over the highways and byways of the state of Michigan. You use them without even thinking about the fact that we take these clever turn arounds for granted. People from out of state don’t know how to use them, and us, don’t know how to turn around without them. They are the Michigan Left. Continue reading “Imagine Your Daily Commute Without the Michigan Left…” »

The All American Daytona Prototype

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The boys at Pratt and Miller are out to set off for the next 24 hours to see if their years of R&D will pay off during the 50th running of the Rolex 24 Hours of Daytona. Based in Wixom, Mi, Pratt and Miller has been responsible for Corvette’s immense success in the ALMS and the 24 Hours of Lemans. Continue reading “The All American Daytona Prototype” »

Bittersweet Presence

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With the production of RX8 ending in June of this year, the rotary powered vehicle will no longer. With that in mind, it was sad to see this Grand Am RX8 at the show. Part of me was ecstatic that a 20b powered p-ported Grand Am track monster was stealing the spotlight from Mazda’s somewhat bland collection. Continue reading “Bittersweet Presence” »

Chevy’s Young Kid Concepts

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As the big automakers recover from the crisis of the late decade, we are beginning to see the new and improved image and design directions of all the various manufacturers. GM, for the most part, has kept much of their pre-crisis fleet (obviously with some trimming of company holdings). Continue reading “Chevy’s Young Kid Concepts” »

Falcon F7 – Supercar Status Made In Michigan

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The realm of the supercar is one that is always changing.  The world waits with baited breath each year for the newest offerings from exotic marques like Ferrari and Lamborghini to release their latest mega-dollar creations with unfathomable future tech, over the top interiors, exotic engines, and let’s not forget price tags. Continue reading “Falcon F7 – Supercar Status Made In Michigan” »

Scion FR-S and Subaru BR-Z – Guaranteed to Change the Game

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After years of anxious anticipation, spy photos and speculation, the joint effort between Subaru and Toyota to create a purpose built, affordable sports car for the RWD enthusiasts of the world is here.  They sure do look  impressive…and the specs are even better. Continue reading “Scion FR-S and Subaru BR-Z – Guaranteed to Change the Game” »