Martin P. Wainaina-Journalist

Martin P. Wainaina

Journalist

December, 2020
Classic Cars, Electric Cars, Sports Cars
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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

Hood of 1969 Yenko Chevrolet Nova
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.

Front end close-up view of a 2009 Pontiac G8 GXP parked
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.

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Zoomed in shot of a 1964 Ford Thunderbolt front end
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.

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Front wheel close-up view of a 2015-2021 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG S
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.

Raw cylinder head casting for the Ford
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.

1970 Ford Torino King Cobra
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.

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Chevrolet SS Grille Closeup
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.

Front grille close-up view of a parked1965 Shelby GT350R Prototype — The First R-Model Built. The Ken Miles
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.

1969 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 engine
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.

Front end Close-up view of a 1970 Dodge Charger R/T parked
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.

Dodge Coronet RT Grille Closeup
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.

BMW M5 E60 Sedan Front Apron
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.

Ford 427 SOHC Cammer Engine stacks
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.

Front end close-up view of a parked Gen 2 Dodge Viper RT/10
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.

1992 Ferrari F40 US Spec Profile Headlamp Detail
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.

Close-up view of 1970 Buick Wildcat parked front wheel and fender
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

1966 Ford Fairlane 500 R-Code Grille
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.

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Front view of a parked 1963 Pontiac Catalina Super Duty Swiss Cheese
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

Close-up angled shot of Apple Red 1993 GMC Typhoon front wheel and fender decal
The Forgotten GMC That Deserved Better

This overlooked GMC pioneered super-SUV performance long before buyers and the market were ready.

1970 Buick Electra 225 Custom 4-Door Hardtop Interior
The Forgotten 1970 Sleeper Car That Quietly Delivered Supercar Power

This long, dignified luxury sedan is the highway bully no one expects.

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