Posts By: Muscle Car Fan
Rory Carroll, the editor of Autoweek, shares his lifelong obsession with cars, from racing a Lahta Signet in the 24 Hrs of Lemonds to driving the Porsche 918 and La Ferrari at the Circuit of the Americas. He credits his journey in automotive journalism to a chance opportunity with the New York Times and now enjoys a dream job at Autoweek. Rory believes that car enthusiasm is thriving among the younger generation, thanks to social media and accessible resources, and he’s excited about Autoweek’s future.
A Novato man, with dreams of revving up his vintage 1972 muscle car, ended up revving up a much larger fire instead! While tinkering away, his prized engine went boom, triggering a fiery spectacle that not only charred part of his house but also a nearby hillside. Talk about taking horsepower to a whole new level! Thankfully, no one was hurt, but the neighborhood will be talking about this two-alarm misfire for quite some time. Keep the fire extinguishers handy, folks!
Classic Recreations is revving up the muscle car scene with a modern twist, dropping EcoBoost engines into their iconic Shelby Mustangs. These continuation cars, fully licensed by Shelby, combine vintage vibes with turbocharged tech, making them the perfect ride for those who want to save on gas without sacrificing the classic roar. It’s like giving a 60s rock band a digital remix—old-school cool meets new-age efficiency! Now you can cruise with a conscience and a turbocharged grin.
