Articles
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2020 Hyundai Elantra GT N Line: Half Measures
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Preamble When a five-door hatchback like the Elantra GT, rolling on Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires and with a manual transmission is dropped off for you, you have expectations. More so, given that Hyundai, for more than a decade, tends to deliver a lot of value for the money. To that value point, this is…
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Last Call: Rat rod culture is amazing and needs to be more popular
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There’s something about an intentionally rusty car that is very badass to me. It could be the chaos that comes with rust and how rat rods embrace it. Plus, the idea of slammed vintage cars also makes them unique. Of course, seeing a perfectly restored classic is always a great sight to see but I…
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Off The Road Again Podcast: Jonny Lieberman – Episode 32
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Welcome back to the Off the Road Again podcast! We’ve missed you. The focus is on the off-road adventure but we also dabble in all things SUV, truck, and van, maybe even some rally cars. Ross & Chris welcome Jonny Lieberman to the show. Jonny works for MotorTrend and has extensive knowledge and experience with everything automotive, especially…
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This was rush hour during the Space Age
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The Space Age truly kicked off when the Soviet Union blasted Sputnik 1 into orbit around Earth. This happened back in 1957 and it ushered in an era of technological advancement. Yuri Gagarin was the first human in space in April of 1961 and then Alan Shephard followed soon after in May of that same…
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Hooniverse Asks: Will old conversion vans become collectible?
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Back in the 1980s, it wasn’t uncommon for families to drive around in conversion vans. Conversion vans start life as large, windowless cargo haulers and end up as your grandmother’s living room on wheels. They are some of the most comfortable vehicles on the market, with cushy captain’s chairs, thick luxe carpeting, and a roof…
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Last Call: What about a little Honda e 2000GT?
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I know we talked about the Honda e not that long ago and the consensus seemed to be that everyone kinda liked it but was bummed to hear it wouldn’t be coming to the states. Now, not that this is even being made but what do you think of this Miata-like Honda e? I personally…
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Which N-Body is the Lamest N-Body?
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What the hell month is it? August? September? March? The wall calendar in the hallway at my office is still showing February and I’m hoping everyone leaves it there when they begin returning to the office in larger numbers. Then, in January, we can burn the damn thing. The calendar, I mean. Burn it right…
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Mercedes-Benz Metris: Cargo vans are cool!
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The Mercedes-Benz Metris leaves me wanting a cargo van. The Metris starts at $32,585 and makes for a great #VanLife platform. Sure, it doesn’t seem like a turbocharged 4-cylinder engine would be enough for adventure, but 258 lb-ft of torque available down low is nice and punchy. A Metris would be an awesome weekend-warrior camping…
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2020 Mazda CX-30: Second Bite At The Apple
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Preamble I would have to go back and check the dates to be sure, but something like three and half years ago I reviewed the Mazda CX-3. To cut to the chase, my take on Mazda’s small crossover was not favorable at all. It was smaller than a Mazda3 yet cost more money. My opinion…
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2020 Acura NSX | Review
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Few cars came onto the automotive scene like the original Acura NSX. It’s a bit cliché now, but it truly added the concept of “reliability” to the conversation about supercars that previously only included “looks” and “performance”. The original NSX was discontinued in 2005, and despite an announcement of a replacement in 2007, it took…
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Magnus Walker talks Porsche turbo cars both old and new
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Magnus Walker is a man who has some insight into Porsche ownership. The long-bearded one has owned and driven many a German sports car. His current fleet includes a wonderful 1975 Porsche 930. Walker wanted to see how far Porsche has come with the Turbo so he took a drive in the hills in the…
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Does this camp-ready G-Wagen pop your top?
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I recently spent time with a modern Mercedes-Benz G-Class and loved it. Many I ask about the older ones, however, say they are terrible to drive. I think I can deal with that, as my F100 wasn’t exactly a Lexus. And my Montero probably feels fairly similar in comparison to the older G. I’d love…
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The News for August 21st, 2020
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Welcome to the Hooniverse News! As always, this is a weekly recap of the biggest stories in the automotive industry without the fluff or bull. This week: Ford celebrates an underrated victory with a heritage edition GT, Ford also adds more ways to spec your GT with Studio Collection, Mercedes-AMG shows off their Project ONE undergoing track…
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Virtually revisiting one of LA’s hidden property gems: Jack’s Place
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Back in 2010, shortly after starting this website a few months prior, co-founder Tim and I needed parts for our first 24 Hours of LeMons race car. It was an early 80s BMW 6 Series. I bought it from a car donation lot, and I made a bad choice but that’s not what this story…
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Last Call: You’ve seen a Tesla swapped RX-7, now get ready for a rotary swapped P100D!
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I know, I couldn’t believe it either and I’m sure Elon would laugh his ass off if he saw it. The P100D, a car that is incredibly quick altered to run on the power of a Dorito engine! To be fair I wouldn’t be surprised if they’re just using a salvaged shell in an attempt…
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We review the Super73 S1 eBike
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The Super73 S1 eBike is a retro-styled electric bike that’s a blast to cruise on and costs $1,995. This is a mid-range bike for Super73. You can jump down to the Z Series bikes or up to the more aggressive R Series machines. We borrowed the S1 for two weeks and used it for commuting,…