Simon Kim
Contributing since May, 2021
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About Simon Kim
Simon Kim has always been passionate about machines since childhood, and this has grown into an obsession well into adulthood. As an avid reader and creative content writer, he finds joy and fulfillment in sharing his love for cars and bikes with other machine heads. Currently, Kim seeks to deliver exciting and informative articles on HotCars. He enjoys music and art and dabbles in active sports and virtual gaming in his spare time.
Latest Articles
LS3 Vs LS7: How The Two Small-Block V8 Engines Compare
The LS3 and LS7 are undoubtedly one of Chevrolet's most recognized and versatile engines, but which one is the better crate engine?
5 Corvettes We Wouldn't Take For Free (5 Worth Every Penny)
There are numerous undeniably magnificent Corvettes that command instant classic status, while others deserve criticism and skepticism.
10 Rarest American Pickup Trucks Ever Made
Although pickup trucks are an American staple, you'll be hard-pressed to find these rare gems on the used car market.
10 Legendary Carroll Shelby Cars Every Gearhead Should Know About
Carroll Shelby may not be alive to celebrate his 100th birthday, but these legendary cars ensure that his incredible legacy lives on.
5 Rebadged Cars That Flopped Spectacularly ( 5 That Were More Successful Than The Original)
Badge engineering is undoubtedly one of the smartest marketing strategies in the auto market, but it hasn't always guaranteed success.
Ranking The 10 Most Expensive American Cars Sold At Auction
These insane auction prices prove that car collectors would spend what it takes to get their hands on their dream cars.
10 Dirt Cheap Cars Under $5,000 We’d Be Happy To Own
If you're working with a tight budget, these surprisingly affordable gems will make you a happy car owner.
5 Rarest American Muscle Cars Ever Produced (5 JDM Cars That Are Even Rarer)
These dream cars are so rare you'd be lucky to see them away from climate-controlled buildings.
10 Cool Cars From The Early 2000s That Are Notoriously Unreliable
Amid the revolutionary advancements of the early 2000s, some automakers built stunning cars with one major caveat; poor reliability.
10 Reliable Cars From The 80s You Can Use As A Daily Driver
Thanks to the fresh wave of original thinking introduced in the 1980s, some incredibly reliable cars from the era make good modern-day daily drivers.
10 Cheap JDM Cars We'd Rather Drive Than The New Toyota GR Corolla
The used market is more considerate for anyone looking for a budget car packed with desirable performance bells and whistles.
10 Things We Actually Like About The Chevrolet SSR
Despite the poor reception on its debut, the retro Chevrolet SSR sport truck is gradually getting some love among some collector circles.
10 Reliable Cars From The 90s You Can Use As A Daily Driver
With the impressive variety of cheap vehicles in the used car market, it's more prudent to prioritize reliability over flashy designs.
10 Things Gearheads Forgot About The Aston Martin One-77
Aston Martin introduced its new centennial chapter with the One-77, the ultimate expression of its hallmark V12-powered GT coupe.
10 Things Gearheads Forgot About The McLaren Senna
The Senna compromises McLaren's trademark of delivering supercars for daily usability to provide the ultimate racetrack driving experience.
These Are The Coolest Japanese Cars Featured In The Fast And Furious Franchise
You would be hard-pressed to find a movie franchise that boasts a more star-studded car collection of cool Japanese sports cars.
5 Cool JDM Sports Cars We Can Get For Cheap (5 We Still Can't Afford)
While most JDM sports cars are geared towards enthusiasts on a budget, Japan has also produced several ridiculously expensive ones.
10 Car Brand Logos You Probably Don't Know The Meaning Of
Automakers always strive to design unique emblems and badges to distinguish and flaunt their products on the market.
10 American Cars That Were Worthless A Decade Ago (But They're Worth A Fortune Today)
In the last few years, we've seen the value of some modern classic American vehicles double or even triple.
These Are The 10 Hottest And Best-Selling New Cars
Despite supply chain issues and the persistent computer chip shortage, some models are breaking through the barriers to reach the most buyers.