Asher Wyatt

Asher Wyatt is an automotive journalist with a background in mechanical engineering and over a decade of hands-on experience in the performance tuning world. Before joining Cars and Horsepower, he worked in aftermarket development, helping design custom exhaust and suspension systems for European and Japanese sports cars. His writing blends technical know-how with a storyteller’s flair, covering everything from high-revving track weapons to the subtle brilliance of daily drivers. When he’s not wrenching or writing, Asher can be found hunting twisty backroads in his modified E46.

Old Cars Car Show Calendar: Every Must-See Event In 2025

  •  06/29/2025 08:28 AM

Looking for old car shows near me? Explore our 2025 guide to classic car events, including free shows, local meetups, and must-see international auto exhibitions.

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12 min read

Phantom Braking, Possessed Steering, And Other Ways Your Car Thinks It Knows Best

  •  06/27/2025 08:09 AM

Modern cars can brake, steer, and park themselves—but they don’t always get it right. Learn the pitfalls of driver-assist systems and why trusting them too much might backfire.

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8 min read

Why Do Kei Cars Make So Much Sense Everywhere But America?

  •  06/25/2025 08:33 PM

Enter the world of kei cars: Japan's ultra-compact, fuel-efficient vehicles that dominate city streets yet struggle in America. Learn about their history, surprising versatility, and the cultural and regulatory barriers keeping them off U.S. roads. Could kei cars be the future of urban mobility?

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7 min read

The 10 Most Legendary Mercedes Convertibles Ever Built

  •  06/19/2025 09:22 PM

Explore the 10 most iconic Mercedes convertibles, from Sophia Loren's glamorous SL to the $142M 300SLR. Discover the history, engineering, and market secrets behind these timeless classics.

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12 min read

La Macchina Perfetta: How Italy Built Muscle Cars With A Symphony, Not A Shout

  •  06/18/2025 11:29 PM

Italian muscle cars blend raw power with exquisite design. We explore iconic models, controversial restomods, and why purists debate their very existence as true muscle cars.

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Israel’s 10 Deadliest And Most Advanced Military Vehicles

  •  06/15/2025 09:02 AM

From missile-deflecting tanks to urban warfare bulldozers, discover how Israel’s most lethal military vehicles shape its defense strategy and redefine modern combat.

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8 min read

Tanks, Drones, And Smart Bombs: Israel’s 10 Next-Gen Combat Vehicles In Gaza

  •  06/15/2025 06:06 AM

Discover the 10 most powerful and lethal military vehicles Israel is deploying in Gaza. From tanks to drones, see how they’re shaping the battlefield in modern urban warfare.

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10 min read

The Future Of Clean Cars: How GM Plans To Win With Batteries AND Hydrogen

  •  06/13/2025 01:56 PM

Is hydrogen making a comeback? GM isn’t abandoning fuel cells—instead, it's betting on both EVs and hydrogen for a sustainable automotive future. Learn why this strategy could be a game-changer.

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Why Open-Source Car Software Will Never Happen (And Why That's Dangerous)

  •  06/12/2025 06:30 AM

Modern cars are no longer just machines—they’re locked-down computers on wheels. From encrypted firmware to paywalled repairs, automakers are eroding consumer rights. Discover how proprietary software is killing the right to repair and what it means for the future of car ownership.

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8 min read

If Cyberpunk Cars Existed, Society Would Collapse (And It’d Be Glorious)

  •  06/09/2025 12:29 PM

Explore the reality of cyberpunk cars in a futuristic dystopia: vertical highways, neural-linked vehicles, and black-market tech. How would society adapt to AI-driven war machines and corporate-controlled roads? A deep dive into high-tech automotive chaos.

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6 min read

The 12 Weirdest Marketing Stunts That Actually Sold Cars

  •  06/06/2025 04:10 PM

From Tesla’s Roadster in space to Van Damme’s epic truck splits, discover 12 of the wildest car marketing stunts that didn’t just go viral—they actually sold cars. Buckle up for creativity at its most outrageous!

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The Government Is Coming For Your Mods – And You’re Helping Them

  •  06/01/2025 12:57 PM

How the EPA’s crackdown on modified exhausts, ECU tuning, and aftermarket parts is killing car culture. Learn about emissions laws, snitch incentives, and the surveillance tech eroding automotive freedom.

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