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Dragos Chitulescu

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I have been obsessed with cars and motorcycles for as long as I can remember. From agreeing with dentist appointments only in exchange for diecast cars, to buying diecast cars with my lunch money in elementary school, to spending hours and hours playing any video games with cars and bikes in it.

The Fast and the Furious series has had quite an impact on me back in the day, and Tokyo Drift made me realise that drifting would be one day a part of my life, and that I would also absolutely have to go to Japan and experience the amazing car scene over there for myself.

A few years later I was graduating from the MyWay Drift School in Hungary, and actively being involved in the professional drifting scene in Europe. Attending the SEMA Show for a few years in a row only added to my love for cars, and experiencing Japan first hand on two different occasions ultimately almost had me relocate so that I could go immerse myself deeper into the drifting scene.

Instead, I chose to follow up on two other dreams, and I ended up spending a good chunk of my life savings buying a rotary powered, 1991 Mazda RX-7 FC3S Turbo II, which I had been actively dreaming about for more than a decade. And because the love for two wheels never faded either, I even went on to ride a few race bikes around the local racetrack, alongside with buying a 1999 Suzuki SV650-S for daily adventures.

I have been actively working on various media projects, mostly revolving around motorsports since 2009, and joining Autoevolution has come as sort of a natural progression, as I aim to share my love for cars and motorcycles with the world and further experience more of what the automotive industry has got to offer.
Exclusive Matchbox Version of a 2021 Ford Bronco Will Cost $25
Exclusive Matchbox Version of a 2021 Ford Bronco Will Cost $25

10 Jan 2024, 11:31 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu / I'm about to move into a new home and need help. I must find the right way to transport some 400 diecast cars in various sizes. And then, I have to find a solution to have them on display at the new house. With that in mind, I will avoid bu...

 
The New Triumph Daytona 660 Is Here and I'm Ready for a Loan
The New Triumph Daytona 660 Is Here and I'm Ready for a Loan

9 Jan 2024, 18:13 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu / When I bought my first motorcycle, everyone kept telling me that getting a used one was the most sensible thing. "When you fall, repairs won't cost that much." And that's a solid point, especially if you're on a tight budge...

 
2024 Hot Wheels J-Imports Mix Is an Affordable Set of Five Cars
2024 Hot Wheels J-Imports Mix Is an Affordable Set of Five Cars

8 Jan 2024, 18:24 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu / I've developed a tactic for buying Hot Wheels cars to avoid overspending. If I walk into a store with dozens or hundreds of items for sale, I will only buy something if I must add it to the collection. But of course, anything rotary-powered or...

 
2024 Hot Wheels Set of Five Cars Is a Gran Turismo Tribute
2024 Hot Wheels Set of Five Cars Is a Gran Turismo Tribute

7 Jan 2024, 19:05 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu /  I've just rewatched The Fifth Element for the 20th time. Or it's more than that. I like to revisit movies that make me feel a certain way. I've done with all my favorite series, including The Fast and The Furious. But I have ye...

 
10 Most Exciting Yellow Motorcycles That Money Can Buy
10 Most Exciting Yellow Motorcycles That Money Can Buy

7 Jan 2024, 08:11 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu /  Growing up, I used to think that green was my favorite color. I loved green Lamborghinis, Porsches, and Kawasaki motorcycles. But at some point, I switched to yellow. It may be due to my affinity for Ferraris or my newly discovered interest i...

 
Four Years of Hot Wheels Boulevard: Who Is the King?
Four Years of Hot Wheels Boulevard: Who Is the King?

6 Jan 2024, 21:44 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu / It's easy to lose track of all the Hot Wheels series. Let's remember that the company has been producing tiny cars since 1968. You'll find various themes, ranging from funny cars to off-road cars, haulers, motorcycles, station wagon...

 
BMW X5 M Competition Needs More Juice to Hit 186 MPH
BMW X5 M Competition Needs More Juice to Hit 186 MPH

6 Jan 2024, 17:38 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu / I was 19 or 20 years old when I first drove at a speed of more than 124 mph (200 kph). And it took me another ten years to surpass the 155 mph (250 kph) mark. While I have ridden in the passenger seat at over 186 mph (300 kph), I don't know ho...

 
New Hot Wheels Set of Six Porsches Will Sell Like Hot Cakes
New Hot Wheels Set of Six Porsches Will Sell Like Hot Cakes

6 Jan 2024, 16:16 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu / Last night, I went to my neighborhood mall to have Vietnamese with my wife. I always take advantage of the opportunity to walk into the two toy stores there. And I finally found the Fast & Furious Supra that features the GT-R livery in grey and...

 
5 Best Hot Wheels Treasure Hunt Cars of 2001
5 Best Hot Wheels Treasure Hunt Cars of 2001

6 Jan 2024, 07:12 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu /  I will be celebrating my 35th anniversary this year. It's a strange feeling. When did time go by so fast? It feels like I was playing Need for Speed: Porsche for the first time just yesterday. Time is our most valuable commodity indeed. ...

 
Volkswagen of America Sold Over 329,000 Cars in 2023
Volkswagen of America Sold Over 329,000 Cars in 2023

5 Jan 2024, 08:36 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu / My family is big on Volkswagen cars. My godfather used to own a Bora station wagon; now he has an Audi A4. My dad drives a Seat Leon. My uncle owns a Passat. My brother-in-law still has his 2001 Passat but also used to own an A6. And my cousin is t...

 
R34 GT-R Drag Races R35 GT-R, Godzilla Is Going Down
R34 GT-R Drag Races R35 GT-R, Godzilla Is Going Down

31 Dec 2023, 13:28 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu / I feared many things taking my FC RX-7 out for its first-ever track day this year. Driving it for 300 miles and pushing it to the limit on the circuit could have broken something. But the problem I expected the least came from the gearbox. Shifting...

 
5 Best Hot Wheels Treasure Hunt Cars of 2002
5 Best Hot Wheels Treasure Hunt Cars of 2002

31 Dec 2023, 12:33 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu /  I love doing these Hot Wheels Treasure Hunt reviews because they feel like a trip down memory lane. We can remember how life used to be with every step back in time. It might have been better for some or worse for others. But it's all ju...

 
5 Best Hot Wheels Motorcycles
5 Best Hot Wheels Motorcycles

31 Dec 2023, 11:12 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu / The world of Hot Wheels is so huge that it might be difficult for most people to grasp. Mattel has mainly focused on creating tiny cars. But there are also spaceships, trucks, buses, and motorcycles, and the list continues. I'm passionate a...

 
5 Best Hot Wheels Audi Cars
5 Best Hot Wheels Audi Cars

31 Dec 2023, 09:32 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu / I've lost track of how many miles I've driven since I got my license in 2007. I used a car to travel to over 30 countries, and most of the time, it was an Audi: an A4, an A6, or an A7. So, I've got a special connection to the German ...

 
Barn Find RX-8 Looks Glorious Again After First Wash in Four Years
Barn Find RX-8 Looks Glorious Again After First Wash in Four Years

31 Dec 2023, 08:09 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu /  Over a decade has gone by since I first drove a rotary-powered car. Mazda gave me the keys to its final edition, RX-8, for 24 hours. I spent most of the day taking photos and shooting a video. Next, I kept driving through the night instead of...

 
World's First Safari R32 GTR Will Make You Green With Envy
World's First Safari R32 GTR Will Make You Green With Envy

31 Dec 2023, 07:08 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu /  Most guys and girls who are into cars dream about one day being able to collect them as they would Hot Wheels. Let's be honest: it's fantastic to own an RX-7. But having an Evo, an M3, and several other vehicles in your garage would...

 
2003 Hot Wheels Treasure Hunt Set Won't Cost an Arm and a Leg
2003 Hot Wheels Treasure Hunt Set Won't Cost an Arm and a Leg

31 Dec 2023, 06:05 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu / One of the most essential life skills is being able to adapt. The world constantly changes, and if we don't keep swimming, we'll be lost in the current. And that's valid for companies, too. In part one of this story, I took you d...

 
Building a Tiny F1 Car in 36 Minutes Is Satisfying To Watch
Building a Tiny F1 Car in 36 Minutes Is Satisfying To Watch

30 Dec 2023, 19:49 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu /  I have the utmost respect for people who are patient and skilled enough to build model car kits. I've chosen the more straightforward path of buying read-to-go vehicles. It takes a lot less time and requires no skills. But my way is not ...

 
5 Reasons Why You're Better Off Not Collecting Hot Wheels
5 Reasons Why You're Better Off Not Collecting Hot Wheels

30 Dec 2023, 18:02 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu / There are two sides to every story. There is no such thing as a perfect relationship. You will only sometimes be happy with your dream car. Things won't always go smoothly in your business. And any family will go through tough times for variou...

 
5 Best Hot Wheels Hondas
5 Best Hot Wheels Hondas

30 Dec 2023, 11:12 UTC · By: Dragos Chitulescu / I currently own a Mazda, a Skoda, and a Suzuki. I plan to add a Honda to my garage within five years. Chances are it will be a motorcycle, as I still want to buy an RX-8 and a FB RX-7 first. After falling in love with drifting, I've given u...

 

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