Amanda Cline

Florida

Automotive Journalist at Amanda Reviews Cars

Senior Writer and On-Screen Presenter at Hotcars

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2025 Mazda Miata RF Club: Pure Mario Kart Joy for $40K

3 weeks ago | hotcars.com | Amanda Cline

I can't tell you how excited I was to have the 2025 Mazda MX-5 Miata Club RF for a week! Even though I just got formally acquainted with the Miata last year (and yes, I said the Miata was a winner, winner, chicken dinner), I feel like we are old friends already. We spent our days on the city streets and even drove on Alligator Alley for a quick trip and some highway testing. We drove with the top down and the air conditioning blasting, as well as with the top up and the air conditioning blasting.
This ECD Auto Land Rover Defender Is Classic Outside, Custom Everywhere Else

1 month ago | amandareviewscars.com | Amanda Cline

The 1988 ECD Classic Land Rover Defender 110 ST hails from Kissimmee, Florida, where ECD Automotive Design brought it into the modern times with some nicely executed upgrades. This Defender, nicknamed Project Dorset, is part of the company’s new County Collection, inspired by the UK’s most iconic counties. We took it out in Naples, Florida, to track down some alligators. Not only did it enable us to see alligators, but we also saw a donkey. Don’t worry, he wasn’t near the alligator.
The Last SUVs Available With A Manual Transmission In 2025

1 month ago | hotcars.com | Amanda Cline

In 2025, the manual transmission is making a surprising comeback in the SUV market, offering driving enthusiasts a unique connection to the road. As automakers continue to embrace technology and automation, a select group of brands maintains the traditional manual gearbox, allowing drivers to enjoy a more engaging and hands-on experience behind the wheel.
Untouched 1996 Acura Integra Type R Surfaces With All The Right Specs

1 month ago | hotcars.com | Amanda Cline

Every once in a while, you come across a clean example of a car from back in the day. This 1996 Acura Integra Type R had only one owner that took great care of it. More importantly, it is bone stock and has all the right specs from the factory. The Type R was made to be an icon and remains one to this day.
Jeremy Clarkson, James May, And Richard Hammond Returning For A Not Very Grand Tour

2 months ago | hotcars.com | Amanda Cline

The dynamic trio that is Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond bid the audience farewell at the end of last year when The Grand Tour ended its run. However, the crew seems to be getting back together in some capacity.
The Cheapest Porsche You Can Buy New With Over 400 Horsepower

2 months ago | hotcars.com | Amanda Cline

Finding a Porsche with more than 400 horsepower is easier than finding one without. When exploring the world of high-performance cars, Porsche consistently stands out, offering models with tons of power and plenty of luxury. Even though new car prices continue to go up, Porsche does a good job of providing many trim levels on each model to suit the needs of a variety of buyers. Not only that, but they have traditional gasoline engines and all-electric options to choose from.
Twin-Turbo Hurricane Powered Dodge Charger Sixpack Spotted In The Wild

2 months ago | hotcars.com | Amanda Cline

Dodge has something up its sneaky little sleeve! The 2026 Dodge Charger Sixpack models have been spotted in a holding lot in Metro Detroit, one of the first times these have been seen in real life. What can we see through the chain-link fence? Though we can't see it, we know the Sixpack is hiding a twin-turbo Hurricane engine under the hood, and that certainly has people excited.
The Toyota GR86 Brings Back The Joy Of Driving

2 months ago | amandareviewscars.com | Amanda Cline

I thought I knew enough about the Toyota GR86 until it landed in my driveway. You hear about this Toyota a lot and see it on YouTube, but I guess I didn’t really know the GR86 until I sat down behind the wheel. What a car! The total package! What’s not to like? And really, it checked all of my boxes pretty immediately. The GR86 goes against the grain of most modern sports cars with its moderate power and simplicity, but it works.
2-26 Mercedes-Benz CLA Is The Brand's Most Intelligent Car Ever

2 months ago | hotcars.com | Amanda Cline

Mercedes-Benz is finally giving us the new CLA, and it lives up to all of the hype. We knew the 2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA was going to be quick, versatile, and good-looking, but they really nailed all of those elements. It's bigger, faster, and better and comes with a high-tech hybrid drive and a fully electric option, covering all bases.
Production Dip For C8 Corvette Could Lead To Layoffs

2 months ago | hotcars.com | Amanda Cline

We know Chevrolet has a lot going on behind the scenes, especially after that leak about the Shelby GT500 coming back with a new engine. Now, another leaked document suggests that layoffs are coming. Though we don't have the full picture yet, here's what we know about Chevy's current Corvette production situation.