About Michael Stroup
Michael Stroup is a seasoned automotive author with experience in SUVs, Trucks, and JDM sports cars. He credits his passion to gearhead friends and active involvement with car-related ghostwriting assignments. You can find Michael in the mountains, where he dedicates time to snowboarding, hiking, or off-roading!
Latest Articles
These Are the Most Obnoxious Car Fads Gearheads Hate
While we don't take ridiculous car fads too seriously, these 10 annoying ones stuck around way longer than they should have.
These Boring Japanese Cars Can Be Modified Into The Coolest Show Cars
An affordable JDM car doesn't have to live its entire life bland, and many of them are sleeping dragons waiting to be modified.
10 Supercars You Didn't Know Had Rear Seats
A rear bench is not something you'd usually expect to find in a fully-fledged supercar, but these performance machines break the mold.
Honda Civic Type R And Ford Focus ST Battle It Out For The Ultimate FWD Sports Car Title
Not many FWD cars can claim true sports car status without being scoffed at. Here's how Japan's finest hot hatch compares against the Focus ST.
5 Terrible Automotive Features We're Glad Are Gone (5 We Miss)
While some of these classic car features bring up feelings of nostalgia, others had us questioning carmakers' sanity.
These Upcoming Cars Got Us Excited For The Future
With all of these stunning models soon hitting the streets, buyers in the market for a brand-new car have a lot to look forward to.
Ranking The Most Ridiculous Cars Japan Ever Produced
When it comes to odd car designs, Japan never ceases to surprise. Here are some JDMs we still can't believe made it to the production line.
10 Most Powerful Four-Cylinder Engines On The Market In 2021
Four-cylinders are no longer relegated to only cheap economy cars; they can now be found in some of the world's coolest performance cars.
10 Of America's Biggest Gas Guzzlers Ever
Driving one of these American classics will leave your tank empty and your wallet hurting.
8 Reasons Why Cheap JDM Sports Cars Are The Best
Built like tanks yet endlessly fun on the road, the more affordable JDM sports cars are by far the best bang for your buck.
Ranking The Fastest Japanese Production Cars Ever Made
Japan isn't known for producing incredibly fast cars, but these machines can put any of their Western counterparts to shame.
Jeep Compass Vs Cherokee: How The Two Crossovers Compare
While they're both unmistakably Jeep, the Compass and the Cherokee cater to different buyers. Here's how they stack up against each other.
Here's How The 2022 Ford Bronco Compares Against the Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro
One is a modern reincarnation of a classic. The other is an aging veteran. But which SUV comes out on top?
These Japanese Sports Cars Prove That Reliability Does Come Cheap
When it comes to making cheap cars that are just as fun as they are reliable, no one beats the Japanese.
5 Fast Sports Cars That Won't Impress Anyone (4 Slow Ones That Will)
A high top speed and a ton of horsepower under the hood aren't always enough to make a sports car turn heads.
10 Coolest Cars Ever Used By The Police
The police have always needed fast cars in pursuit of crime. Some just went a little over the top.
These Cheap Sports Cars Are More Fun Than Any Muscle Car
Driving a powerful muscle car is fun, but it can never match the experience you'll get behind the wheel of these cheap sports cars.
5 Best SUVs To Buy Used (And 5 You Should Only Buy New)
While buying a reliable used SUV can be an excellent decision, some models are best bought brand-new and with a warranty.
10 Best Used SUVs Under $15,000 To Buy In 2022
From reliability to practicality, power, comfort, and space, these used SUVs are the best $15,000 you'll spend on a family car.
10 Affordable AWD Cars You'll Have A Blast Driving On Snow
Winter weather is here, but driving in the snow doesn't have to be scary!