{"title":"The Petrolicious Post","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMore than just a newspaper, The Petrolicious Post is a love letter to the golden age of automobiles and motorsport, a place where the roar of engines and the spirit of racing’s pioneers still echo through time.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-petrolicious-post-issue-001-back-issue","title":"The Petrolicious Post -  Issue 001","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Petrolicious Post Issue 001 marks a return to analog storytelling for those who prefer the mechanical feel of a well-timed downshift over the distraction of a digital scroll. This newspaper is designed for the garage and the coffee table alike, celebrating the craft and history of the machines that connect us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis issue explores the mythic origins of automotive filmmaking through a look at the legendary land speed film created for the E39 BMW M5 in 2000. We examine the evolution of Porsche racing dominance from the RS Spyder to the modern 963 LMDh and dive into the sharp engineering of rear multi-link suspension to see how it transformed unruly sports cars into precision tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eArtist Alan Thornton shares his meditation on perception through halftone art that strips iconic forms down to their essential truths. From the visceral assault of the Lancia Delta S4 to the humble daily loyalty of a Peugeot 205 GTI, this issue gathers the stories that remind us why we fell in love with driving in the first place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a monthly way to stay current on iconic cars and the people who keep the culture moving forward. 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We also follow a 1969 Jeep Commando through the dust and vibration of the Baja peninsula during the NORRA 1000 where history is kept alive through mechanical struggle and sheer will.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe issue features a technical celebration of fifty years of the Audi five cylinder engine. We trace its path from rally dominance to its status as a modern icon of character. There is a look at the work of painter Manu Campa whose quiet and precise compositions capture the lived meaning of objects rather than art world theory. We also investigate the future of restoration through metal 3D printing and the evolution of the air-cooled Porsche 911.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinally we offer an endurance retrospective on Steve McQueen at Sebring and the 1970 race that nearly saw a Porsche 908 take the win against the Ferrari giants. This collection serves as a monthly way to stay current on iconic cars and the people who keep them on the road. From the desert floor to the auction block we continue to explore why these machines matter.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Petrolicious","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51454269129002,"sku":"P001NP002","price":5.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/5702\/2506\/files\/2_fc1dd9b8-8bce-4075-be51-49f87425bdbd.png?v=1778524521"},{"product_id":"the-petrolicious-post-issue-003-back-issue","title":"The Petrolicious Post - Issue 003","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Petrolicious Post Issue 003 March 2026 explores the intersection of high art and mechanical engineering through the lens of individual passion and historical shifts. 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In a landscape of Ladas and barter currency the car represents a hard won dream and a bridge between eras.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTrophy Hunters:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follows the discovery and restoration of a rare navy blue Venturi 400 GT by enthusiasts Christophe Hauret and Simon Duchassin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePetrospective 10 Most Shocking Motorsports Moments:\u003c\/strong\u003e Featuring Charles Bradley’s account of Toyota’s heartbreaking 2016 Le Mans loss where the leading car lost power with only one lap remaining.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEditorial Maybe We Should Lay Off Ferrari:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kris Clewell analyzes the Ferrari Luce electric sedan. 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From the meticulous craftsmanship of custom wooden slot car tracks to the evolution of stealthy German autobahn cruisers, this issue is a curated journey through the machines and the moments that make us drive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eWe explore the philosophical boundaries of restoration with a look at the Ship of Theseus paradox applied to classic cars. We also trace the legacy of the late Ed \"Isky\" Iskenderian, the kid on a bicycle who built an aftermarket camshaft empire from a dirt floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eBeyond the asphalt, we go deep into the history of the 1966 24 Hours of Le Mans to uncover how Ken Miles beat Ferrari but lost the race, examining the corporate politics that cost him the crown. 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