Martin P. Wainaina
Journalist
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68articles
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23Features
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43Lists
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2Guides
About Martin P. Wainaina
Martin is a seasoned journalist who has been writing about cars for over a decade, and has been in love with them for even longer. Growing up, Martin was surrounded by gearheads who instilled a deep love and understanding for cars in him at a young age. He loves to learn and write about all the developments happening in the auto industry - especially in the EV space.
Industry Focus
Martin covers topics related to automotive enthusiast culture around the world.
Favorite Car
McLaren F1
Mazda MX-5 Miata
BMW M5 (F90)
Author Details
Martin started out writing freelance articles for small automotive enthusiast websites while doing some SEO writing jobs for car dealerships and other businesses in the automotive industry on the side. He later found his way to HotCars where he's been working for the last four years, helping the site grow into one of the most trusted automotive enthusiast websites.
Latest
5 One-Year Muscle Cars More Exclusive Than Famous Icons
These rare, one-year muscle cars flew under the radar despite ultra-low production and serious performance credentials.
The Short-Lived Performance Sedan That Deserves A Comeback
This American performance sedan had the power, the balance, and the pedigree to succeed, but it vanished almost as quickly as it arrived.
Ford's Rarest Fairlane Had Van Seats, No Heater, And 600 Horsepower
This factory-built monster blurred the line between street car and race car, delivering outrageous power and minimal comfort.
10 Performance Cars That Beat A Porsche 911 Without The Price Tag
Skip the six-figure Porsche 911—these performance cars deliver quicker launches for far less money.
The Rare Ford Engine That Deserved More Attention
This forgotten Ford engine promised dominance but disappeared overnight, leaving behind one of racing’s biggest what-ifs.
The One-Year-Only Muscle Car That Vanished Without A Trace
This rare muscle car blended cutting-edge ideas with brute force, only to disappear almost as quickly as it arrived.
10 V8 Performance Cars That Cost Less Than A Family SUV
For the price of a new SUV, these V8 cars deliver sharper handling, stronger performance, and a far more engaging experience.
The Mustang Variant That Is In High Demand With The Collectors
Built to win, this forgotten variant quietly became one of the most valuable muscle cars ever created.
The All-Aluminum V8 That Cost More Than The Car It Came In
This all-aluminum powerhouse cost more than the car it powered and redefined factory performance limits.
5 '70s Muscle Cars Collectors Are Quietly Buying
These overlooked 1970s classics offer strong performance, rising values, and a rare chance to buy before the market catches up.
5 Muscle Cars From The 1960s That Are Still Under $30,000
These vintage machines prove you can still enjoy 1960s muscle car culture without breaking the bank.
6 Family Cars That Came With Race-Bred Engines
These family cars pack racing-inspired engineering, proving that everyday usability can coexist with serious performance pedigree.
5 Forgotten American V8s That Were More Powerful Than The Hemi
These long-lost American V8s prove the 426 Hemi wasn’t always the most powerful option, just don't pay too much attention to the official ratings.
5 Rare American Cars Collectors Are Quietly Buying
These rare U.S. machines still look attainable today, but growing collector interest suggests that window may be closing fast.
5 Cars That Represented The End Of An Era
These legendary machines were the final examples of philosophies the auto industry has since left behind.
Buick Hid America's Highest Torque Rating Inside A Two-Ton Luxury Car...In 1970
In the peak muscle-car year, Buick slipped its nastiest torque weapon into a big luxury coupe, creating a heavyweight bruiser few enthusiasts remember
The Ultra-Rare Ford Muscle Car Collectors Have Chased For Generations
This ultra-rare factory dragster was built in numbers so limited that collectors have chased it for generations.
Pontiac's Secret Factory Drag Weapon That Existed Before The GTO And Broke Every Rule
Pontiac’s secret factory-backed V8 exploited racing loopholes, dominated drag strips, and helped lay the groundwork for the GTO and the muscle car era
The Forgotten GMC That Deserved Better
This overlooked GMC pioneered super-SUV performance long before buyers and the market were ready.
The Forgotten 1970 Sleeper Car That Quietly Delivered Supercar Power
This long, dignified luxury sedan is the highway bully no one expects.