Quinn Mercer articles

Back in the late 1940s and early 1950s, the idea that a US automaker could build a true sports car wasn’t a foregone conclusion. But Nash had an idea. The Nash‑Healey was the result of a company trying to do something bold: mix American engineering with European flair and build a two‑seater that could compete on style and performance.

If you’ve ever sat on a motorcycle and wondered how fast this thing could really go, you’re in good company. From the screeching liter-class superbikes of today to electrified monsters and track-only fire-breathers, these are the production motorcycles that have ripped through the wind and left everyone speechless.

Chopper motorcycles rose from garage-built customs to full-blown pop culture icons, only to crash and burn in a storm of reality TV drama and oversaturation. Here’s the story of how the American chopper boom roared to life, ruled the roads, and eventually faded into nostalgia.

In the early 1990s, Ducati was teetering on the edge. Budgets were tight, credit was shrinking, and the company needed something bold yet affordable to bring in revenue. Enter the Ducati Monster, a stripped‑down, raw bike that changed everything.

From the early 1960s Super Stock wars to modern factory drag monsters, America has built cars that could humble anything on the strip. Here are 25 of the greatest drag racing cars in American history, each a legend in its own right.

The 1970s were riding time: wild styling, big engines, innovation at every turn, and a hunger for speed that shook the streets. From Japanese super-bikes to European performance machines and American cruisers, these 20 motorcycles didn’t just roll off the production line, they defined an era.

When most folks hear “classic car,” they imagine breakdowns, oil drips, and mysterious smells. But some vintage rides are downright dependable if you pick wisely and stay on top of maintenance. Here are 20 classic cars that punch way above their age in reliability.

In Hollywood, driving scenes are often choreographed chaos, but sometimes the danger is all too real. These 20 scenes are the ones that truly put stunt drivers (and occasionally actors) on the edge of disaster.

Manual transmissions are becoming rarer by the year, but for true driving enthusiasts, nothing replaces the feeling of grabbing a gearstick, rev-matching, and feeling that mechanical connection. Fortunately, manufacturers still offer a solid handful of great options today. Here are 20 cars you can order new with a manual, each one keeping the art of shifting alive.