Hot Like the Sun

I consider the Honda Civic del Sol to be one of the more forgotten Hondas of the 90’s. Probably because it was sold in relatively low numbers and was more expensive and less practical than a regular Civic. This car was important, though, because of its unique body style and (available) VTEC engine. But if that won’t get you the attention you deserve, you can always paint it orange. The results are truly impressive.Read more after the jump.

Cruising Down Palomar Mountain

I saw these pics from Palomar Mountain on 1904 Photography and I wanted to share. Every weekend, Phillip is out on Palomar Mountain shooting the cars, motorcycles, and even bicyclists that ride up and down South Grade Road. Stuff like this makes me re…

CVO Midwest Treffen Car Show – August 22, 2010

Last weekend was the Chicago Volkwagen Organization’s annual Midwest Treffen. Treffen 14 featured an autocross, DCI competition, pre-show party, and VW/Audi car show. It is an epic weekend when Volkswagen and Audi owners come together to enjoy their cars.

CVO Midwest Treffen Pre-party – August 21, 2010

Tonight was the meet at The Glen that leads up to CVO’s Midwest Treffen. Volkswagen and Audi owners met up in this parking lot to rub shoulders and even take place in a raffle that featured sponsers like Forge Motorsports and Tire Rack. There were als…

Roundup: Coverage from Nisei Showoff 2010

Little Tokyo in Downtown LA was buzzing last week because of the Nisei Showoff car show. This Japanese car show consistently brings out some of the best cars in So-Cal. There were some amazing cars at this show, so I wanted to share some of the best p…

Rain Drifting at Fuji Speedway

Yuta Akaishi posted a great set of his pictures on his blog of a drift event that took place last week. The event took place at Fuji speedway and was thrown by T-50★Japan at the drift course. There are so many pictures that it is split into three…

D1GP Round 5 at Ebisu Circuit – August 2010

I came across some amazing pics from Round 5 of D1 Grand Prix at Ebisu Circuit. Dino Dalle Carbonare, from Speedhunters, took some great pictures at this event in Japan. Since the 2010 USA D1 Grand Prix event line-up was delayed to the 2011 Season, I…