John Coyle's first memories are of identifying makes and models while driving with his dad. His favorite vehicles smell like gasoline, shoot fire, and sound like buildings falling down. Before he began his career in the automotive field, he daily drove a 1978 Jaguar XJ6 with a fully functional electrical system. He lives in Seattle, Washington.

Head 2 Head: Camaro ZL1 vs. Boss 302

Head 2 Head: Camaro ZL1 vs. Boss 302

The Camaro and the Mustang are natural enemies, and there’s been reams of positive press about both the ZL1 and the Blue Oval’s track-tuned Pony, the Boss 302 Laguna Seca. In the past the Mustang has been able to surprise reviewers with how well it handles corners—despite the fact that it still sports a live […] More »

By: | October 7, 2012


Dick Eytchison’s 1965 Chevelle Four Door Autocross Car

Dick Eytchison’s 1965 Chevelle Four Door Autocross Car

When picking vehicles for autocross, most people gravitate toward giant ’60s sedans. With their light weight and natural agility, classic examples of Detroit Iron are perfect cars to tackle tight, twisty courses. Actually, that’s not really the case. At all. But Dick Eytchison isn’t most people, and with some help from some trick Hotchkis Suspension […] More »

By: | October 2, 2012



Is the General Planning a New Z/28?

Is the General Planning a New Z/28?

We haven’t seen a fifth generation Z/28 yet—but that doesn’t mean it’s not in the cards.  According to GM Authority, the General  recently filed to trademark the name Z/28, which raises some intriguing questions. But the first one that popped into my head had nothing to do with performance packages, it was a little more […] More »

By: | October 2, 2012


New Car Test Drive on the 2012 Camaro

New Car Test Drive on the 2012 Camaro

Our buddies over at New Car Test Drive get to check out everything from econo-boxes like  the Toyota Matrix—yup, they still make it—to hot hardware like Aston Martin’s Rapide and Porsche’s Panamera.  So I was curious to see what they thought about the Camaro after getting to flog both the V6 and the 426hp SS […] More »

By: | October 1, 2012


Press Release: VELOCITY CELEBRATES THE HOLIDAY SEASON WITH 12 DAYS OF VELOCITY

***MEDIA ALERT*** VELOCITY CELEBRATES THE HOLIDAY SEASON WITH 12 DAYS OF VELOCITY –The Network’s Marathon Programming Event Features Top Automotive Shows Beginning Friday, December 21 to Tuesday, January 1 — For the second straight year, Velocity is making viewers’ holiday wishes come true by rolling out another installment of 12 DAYS OF VELOCITY starting Friday, […] More »

By: | December 19, 2001


LA Auto Show Press Release: Chevrolet Spark and Sonic Drive with Siri

For Immediate Release: Tuesday, Nov. 27, 2012 Chevrolet Spark and Sonic Drive with Siri LOS ANGELES – Early next year, the Chevrolet Spark (1LT, 2LT) and Sonic LTZ and RS will integrate Siri, the intelligent assistant that helps get things done just by asking. Chevrolet made the announcement today at the Los Angeles International Auto […] More »

By: | November 28, 2001



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