About Randy Gardner
Randy Gardner is a writer, entrepreneur, and general car nut based in Orlando, Florida. Randy was born into the car scene, spending his entire childhood hunting down and restoring classic cars with his father. From 1950s MoPars to 1980s Saabs, it's no surprise his primary focus is on the unloved underdogs of the car world. Randy began contributing to Hot Cars in March of 2021.
Latest Articles
2023 Toyota GR Supra: Costs, Facts, And Figures
The Toyota GR Supra encapsulates the enthusiast dream for a production car.
2023 Audi A4 Allroad: Costs, Facts, And Figures
While wagons continue on a slow death march in the United States, Audi remains one of the few manufacturers to offer the body style.
EXCLUSIVE: Oldsmobile 442 Digital Restomod Dares To Improve On The American Classic
The classic muscle car gets a restomod makeover that arguably perfects a legend.
2023 Jaguar F-Type: Costs, Facts, And Figures
With standard V8 power and modest tech updates we applaud the British for keeping a true driver's car alive.
5 Advancements From Maserati That Command Respect
For better or for worse, the colorful Italian automaker is a longtime pioneer in new technology and new ways to drive.
EXCLUSIVE: We Revive The Honda S2000 With A Modern Makeover
In a fresh addition to our series of car renders, we reimagine the Honda S2000, taking characteristics of the original and applying them to the new.
EXCLUSIVE: We Imagine The Next BMW Z4 In A Fresh Design
Whether or not there will be a future for the Z4, this is what its successor should look like.
2016-2020 Lexus GS F: Costs, Facts, And Figures
The Lexus GS F is a world-class sedan, so as AMG badge vehicles turn to turbo four-cylinders, why not take a second look at the beefiest Lexus?
2023 Lexus RX: Costs, Facts, And Figures
The all-new RX brings practicality and luxury together in an efficient and reliable package.
EXCLUSIVE: 3000GT Render Gives Us Hope In Mitsubishi's Future
In a fresh render, we resurrect the 3000GT as a modern competitor against the likes of the current Toyota Supra and Nissan Z.
EXCLUSIVE: Integra Coupe Rendering Gives Us The Car Acura Should Produce
Enthusiasts miss the original Integra, so our artist renders what fans would like to see.
2024 Polestar 3: Costs, Facts, And Figures
Though high prices and stiffening competition make the market much harder to stand out in these days, the Polestar 3 is clear to be a true competitor.
5 Ways The Lexus IS 500 Beats The Germans
For the first time, it appears Japanese luxury automakers are finally eclipsing the Germans.
2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV: Costs, Facts, And Figures
The EQS SUV is sure to introduce an entirely new generation of Mercedes-Benz buyers to electric vehicles.
2022 Aston Martin DB11: Costs, Facts, And Figures
The price tag naturally reflects the grand Aston Martin name, but then again, there are few rivals at this level of performance and sophistication.
2023 Toyota Crown: Costs, Facts, And Figures
For buyers that want to reduce carbon emissions without the inconvenience of going all-electric, the Toyota Crown is a palatable option.
Top 5 EV Misconceptions, Dispelled
The 5 common misconceptions about electric cars are proliferating the internet.
2023 Chrysler 300C: Costs, Facts, And Figures
The Chrysler 300C will leave the market kicking and screaming for 2023, with a 6.4 liter Hemi.
5 Most Unique GM Cars From The 2000s
General Motors is responsible for some of America's best cars. Here are 5 of the most unique cars from the 2000s.