Humphrey Bwayo
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Humphrey’s first interaction with cars was with a BMW E36 M3 toy car he got for his 5th birthday. It was a short-lived love story after it crash-landed from the dining table as the young toddler enjoyed his favorite bowl of cereal.
He got his passion for cars from his Dad, who spent thousands of hours working on his old junky 1970 E20 Toyota Corolla a.k.a. “the old faithful.” Years later, he’d do the same with a series of lemons he’s owned throughout his adult life.
After Journalism School, he worked for a local News broadcaster but soon diverted into digital print. He’s had an extensive career writing and editing for websites like National Monitor, The Clever, Columbia Observer, Gadget Review, Hotcars, and TheDrive.
Now he’s found a home with what he believes is the best automotive team on the interwebs—autoevolution.com Today, he spends his time doing what he loves best: driving, talking, writing, and working on cars.
Rare Stangs Aren’t the Only Exotics in Craig Jackson’s Private Carroll Shelby Collection
24 Dec 2022, 23:30 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / Carroll Shelby might no longer be with us, but his spirit still lives in the automotive industry and the legacy of his work is still there. To commemorate his ingeniousness, muscle car enthusiasts worldwide try to recreate some of his famous works ...
Deep Dive: Joby Aviation's Decade-Long eVTOL Journey to Create a Jetsons-Like Flying Car
20 Dec 2022, 10:43 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / It's a done deal. The future of automobiles is electric. For city air travel, The Jetsons animation kind of reality isn't too far, thanks to eVTOLs (Electric Vertical Take-off and Landing Vehicles). Like any other transformative technolog...
Badass '35 Chevy Hot Rod Is What 5 Years of Journeyman-Level Workmanship Should Look Like
7 Dec 2022, 12:29 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / Taking on a car project is like signing up for a life-long commitment – as long as the car exists. For those who manage to pull through, it's a tedious process that'll likely drain your bank account and take thousands of hours off y...
This 8-Acre Property Hides Two Rare 428 Cobra Jet Ford Torinos Waiting to Be Rescued
7 Dec 2022, 12:14 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / There's a thin line between a hoarder and a collector. Society perceives the former as an individual with a persistent difficulty disposing of their possessions (regardless of their value). The latter collects specific items they deem 'va...
Rare 1956 VW Beetle Gets Unearthed From Its Decade-Long Grave in the Woods
5 Dec 2022, 13:14 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / In 2019, Volkswagen pulled down the curtain on the Beetle, a global cultural phenomenon that ran for decades. The German automaker cited declining demand as the reason for this. But that hasn’t stopped its enthusiasts from seeking, restoring,...
Mercedes-Benz ML 55 AMG Proves It's Not an Alabama Trash Can but a Robust and Reliable SUV
2 Dec 2022, 23:30 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / There's probably a car in your past that you wish you never let go of. Given the opportunity, you'd jump right back at it. But second chances with cars don't always guarantee past glory. As Tyler Hoover of Hoovies Garage YouTube chan...
A Collector’s Insane Scam Story About Chasing a Rotting Lamborghini Miura SV in Brazil
2 Dec 2022, 11:18 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / Half the time, people get scammed not because they are stupid but because they trust too much. They say if a deal is too good, think twice. But what if the supposed ‘deal of a lifetime' came from an authority figure you look up to and re...
Mechanic Explains Why It Costs Double To Fix a Blown Head Gasket on a '09 Subaru Impreza
30 Nov 2022, 21:33 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / There’s a lot to love about the Subaru; the iconic exhaust rumble, all-wheel-drive capability, wholesome community, safety awards, reliability, and outright versatility. But, when it comes to head gaskets, Subaru is known to have issues with ...
7-Second, 1,500-HP Eagle Talon Hitting 195 MPH on the Strip Is a 23-Year-Old Build Story
30 Nov 2022, 17:45 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / They say no man is an island, and two hands are better than one. Well, in the world of business, partnerships are revolutionary. Toyota and General Motors had NUMMI (New United Motor Manufacturing, Inc), while Chrysler and Mitsubishi had the Diamon...
This 700-WHP LS-Boosted Pro-Touring '70 Chevelle Is a Street Car With Street Manners
30 Nov 2022, 15:52 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / We can all agree that the classic muscle car era lasted between 1964 to 1971. But that doesn’t mean that it was shelved and forgotten. If anything, there’s a new classic muscle car uprising among custom car enthusiasts. It’s a coc...
From Rust to Race: 8-Month Built Lada Cosworth Duratec Is the Ultimate Street Sleeper
28 Nov 2022, 14:23 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / Russian automaker AvtoVAz doesn’t have a large footprint on the international market, but in Europe, it made a notable appearance with its Lada brand of cars. Renowned for its simplicity, hardiness, and efficiency, the Lada 2101 (VAZ-2101) wa...
Not All Classics Are Worth Rescuing: 2004 Land Rover Discovery Sentenced to the Crusher
28 Nov 2022, 11:07 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / Electric cars might be the future, but the allure of the classic car is too enticing to let go. The thought of cruising behind the wheel of a classic gem is enough to keep most enthusiasts committed to preserving these relics. But classic cars have...
Ultra-Rare 1968 Shelby GT500KR 428 Cobra Jet Sat for 25 Years in a Field, Gets Rescued
28 Nov 2022, 10:30 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / Some of the most adored muscle cars in the U.S. were unleashed in the late 60s and early 70s. The Mustang, introduced in 1964, was a big hit among car enthusiasts. But it's the ultra-rare 1968 Shelby GT500KR Mustang variant ‘King of the ...
Rotting 1968 AMC Javelin SST Coupe That’s Been Sitting for 25 Years Needs Some TLC
28 Nov 2022, 09:48 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / The late 60s and early 70s are etched in automotive history as the muscle car era. Ford’s Mustang and Chevrolet’s Camaro enjoyed undisputed attention from the auto enthusiast community. American Motors Corporation, aiming to be a full-f...
Stellantis Eyeing India To Create Affordable Electric Vehicles for Europe
24 Nov 2022, 17:00 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / With the 2035 ICE ban edging closer in Europe, automobile manufacturers in the region are strategically placing themselves at the forefront to rip the benefits. As a result, the focus now shifts from efficiency to affordability. Eager to capture th...
Blast From the Past: Retro Car Features We Loved, but No One Misses Anymore
24 Nov 2022, 15:43 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / Cars, like tech, have come a long way. A couple of years ago, having satellite navigation or cruise control on your vehicle was a big deal. Today, cars autonomously switch lanes, self-park in tight spots, and even direct you to the nearest fill-up ...
Gotta Hand It to This Man for Record-Drifting the Heck out of a BMW M3
24 Nov 2022, 12:41 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / After being the first human to complete a marathon in under 2 hours, world-famous marathoner Eluid Kipchoge said 'no human is limited.' The Mantra aimed to encourage people to be boundless in sporting or otherwise is taking shape in all s...
Watch Digitally Designed '67 Ford Mustang Fastback Hit City Streets for the First Time
24 Nov 2022, 11:59 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / Not many digitally designed cars escape the GCI realm and end up in front of someone’s driveway or garage. The best of them complete their journey at car show events like SEMA, never fully exploring their potential. Still, they make fantastic...
Not Even a Hardcore Purist Would Resist This 900 HP 1970 Plymouth Superbird Restomod
24 Nov 2022, 11:03 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / The 1970 Plymouth Superbird might not be as rare as the Charger Daytona, but it still holds its own among ultra-rare classic racers. Inspired by the spirit of competition, this classic track bird was built in almost 2,000 examples. According to exp...
This Beater ex-Las Vegas 996 Porsche 911 Turbo Rental Has One Potential: to Lose Money
21 Nov 2022, 13:39 UTC · By: Humphrey Bwayo / It’s hard to resist auction deals or anything else with the word ‘deal’ tagged to it. For that reason, people attracted to the illusion of gaining more out of a little sometimes end up losing big time. Top on that list are vehicle...