That’s a bit of a power bump… At the 2017 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, when we used to have such things, Ringbrothers showed up with a murdered-out, heavily-modified 1969 Dodge Charger named “Defector.” People were really excited about the muscle car since it took a beloved model and improved on it while preserving much of the factory aesthetics, even if pretty much everything was black. Fast forward three years and we’ve learned Ringbrothers have been playing with this muscle machine once more, this time dropping in a Hellephant engine for a dramatic power increase. The Defector 2.0 was revealed ..read more

This just keeps happening… On the morning of November 8 an 18-year-old female driver crashed her Ford Mustang into a house in Escambia County, Florida. According to a local report, the young lady was trying to pilot her pony car through a curve on Eight Mile Creek Road when she lost control, left the road, and gave a homeowner quite the shock. Check out when another Ford Mustang crashed into a house here. Fortunately, neither the driver or the homeowner, who was inside the house at the time, were seriously injured. The Mustang sustained front end damage that looks to include a broken axle, bu ..read more

Let me count the ways I love these machines… In commemoration of this special day, I wanted to publicly declare my love for muscle cars. If you’ve been reading Motorious for more than five minutes this declaration shouldn’t be shocking. However, I guarantee this will trigger someone for some reason I don’t really care about. There’s an element in society which perceive muscle cars as toxic and threatening, like pit bulls, concealed carry permits, or fried squid. In reality muscle cars are awesome. Check out the newest Motorious Podcast episode here. American muscle cars are the everyday man p ..read more

A limited-edition 2024 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 is being auctioned to support Kulture City's mission for sensory accessibility. In an inspiring blend of high-performance automotive engineering and philanthropy, a 2024 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 Garage 56 Edition is set to hit the auction block on May 18, 2024, at the prestigious Henderson Auctions Collector Motor Series. This exclusive event, hosted at the Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum in Birmingham, Alabama, features a vehicle not only remarkable in make but also noble in purpose. The Camaro, one of only 56 units produced, showcases a mere 12 mil ..read more

But it's no General Lee... Is it just our imagination or do Chargers keep going airborne? And are people still struggling with roundabouts? In this case, both happen, and it goes about exactly as you'd expect. It seems like Chargers have just always had a hard time keep all fours planted, and maybe there's some lineage of the General Lee to blame, except these modern-day jumps are a little underwhelming compared to what the Duke boys used to pull off. In this brief clip, we are reminded of how grateful we are that so many businesses and intersections have high-quality surveillance, otherwise ..read more

Don't miss your chance to win. In the realm of American muscle cars, few names evoke as much reverence and excitement as the Pontiac GTO. Recognized as Detroit's original muscle car, the GTO continues to captivate enthusiasts and collectors, and now, you have a chance to own a remarkable piece of this storied legacy. The Dream Giveaway Garage has unveiled their latest prize—a pristine 1968 GTO convertible boasting a mere 33,000 original miles. This exceptional vehicle features a matching-numbers 400 cubic inch V-8 engine paired with a four-speed Muncie manual transmission, encapsulating the r ..read more

Win two dream muscle cars. Dream Giveaway, renowned for turning automotive dreams into reality, has announced its latest and perhaps most striking contest yet—a chance to win not one, but two Plum Crazy Dodge Challengers. Dubbed the “Plum Craziest” giveaway, this contest harks back to the successful 2013 giveaway that featured the similarly themed "Plum Crazier" Challenger. The grand prizes are nothing short of spectacular, blending classic muscle with modern performance. The first prize is a Plum Crazy 1970 Dodge Challenger R/T 440-6, a rare gem meticulously restored to showcase its origina ..read more

Step back in time with this Camaro. Classic car enthusiasts have a unique opportunity to own a piece of automotive history as a rare 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Berlinetta surfaces at the upcoming public auction. This stunning vehicle is set to be a highlight at the Henderson Auctions Collector Motor Series, scheduled for May 18, 2024, at the prestigious Barber Vintage Motorsports Museum in Birmingham, Alabama. This Camaro Berlinetta stands out as a true time capsule, having been part of the esteemed Earl Tramell collection in Warrior, Alabama. It boasts a meticulous record of ownership, being a t ..read more

Listen to the man, because he cleans up Tyler Hoover’s messes constantly. You’ve probably seen the Car Wizard before and not realized it. He’s the mechanic who’s constantly delivering bad news to Tyler Hoover of Hoovie’s Garage. The guy has worked on all kinds of vehicles, from a Ford Expedition to a Lamborghini Murcielago and everything in between. Leveraging his experience, he has some vintage car buying tips for you and they’re actually quite good. The first thing the Car Wizard mentions is that people think they can buy a clunker on Craigslist or eBay and have it running for relatively ch ..read more

Learn more about the legend. Pretty much every enthusiast knows about the legend of the 1987 Buick GNX. It took the Grand National platform to another level and is now one of the most sought-after Buicks among collectors. However, few are aware of McLaren’s tie to the car or exactly how it differs from the Grand National. Learn a little more about the GNX and watch a MotorWeek review from when the car was new. How has this Buick Grand National GNX remained unsold after decades? If you look at a GNX, the exterior is almost completely identical to a Grand National, other than the front fender p ..read more