Nelson Ireson, Senior Editor

Nelson is a Senior Editor at High Gear Media focusing on reviewing cars and covering the hottest topics in luxury and performance cars, car culture, and breaking news primarily on High Gear's luxury destination, MotorAuthority.com. Born and raised in California but now transplanted to Arkansas, Ireson has a law degree from the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, and is accredited to practice in the state, though he’s voluntarily inactive. Nelson also holds a degree in Speech Communication from Arkansas State University. His path to the automotive world wasn't a direct one, but his love of cars, speed, and driving ultimately won out. When he manages to come up for air, Ireson is reviewing cars, driving them fast at road courses and autocrosses, navigating rallies, or working on making himself and his car faster.

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Leaked: Chevrolet Caprice Police Detective PPV Nelson Ireson July 13, 2010

The Chevrolet Caprice Police Patrol Vehicle (PPV), based on the same Holden chassis as the now-defunct Pontiac G8, was revealed last fall, but today, a leaked document shows off the plainclothes...
Don't Touch The (Matte) Paint: 2011 BMW M3 Frozen Gray Coupe's Paintjob Is Fragile
So you just squeaked in before the 2011 Frozen Gray M3 Coupe sold out, and now you're eagerly awaiting delivery. Then one day you find in your mailbox an agreement telling you just how fragile--and not covered by warranty--your new car's matte paint finish is. Kind of takes some of the glow off...
Nelson Ireson July 13, 2010

Video: Rhys Millen And Hyundai Attack Pikes Peak
The video shows just how many different things must come together for a winning run.
Nelson Ireson July 13, 2010
Porsche Working On New 911 Speedster?
The reports indicate a lightweight topless version of the 911 could be on its way back.
Nelson Ireson July 12, 2010
Report: Tesla Building Lexus RX and Toyota RAV4 Electric Prototypes For Japanese Giant
The makes and models of the vehicles to be tested reminds us of the 1990s.
Nelson Ireson July 12, 2010
MINI Releases Full EU Specs For Countryman
The Countryman mini-Crossover will be available in six specs initially, though not all will be available in the U.S.
Nelson Ireson July 12, 2010
Dodge Viper Cup Wraps First Weekend Nelson Ireson July 12, 2010

The Dodge Viper Cup is now 20 percent through its first season--and it's only one weekend in. A double-event weekend format at Virginia International Raceway saw the first two winners named, with...

Corvette Announces Engine Build Experience
Corvette personalizes the build experience with customer visits to the assembly line.
Nelson Ireson July 12, 2010
Video: Building The Completely Mental Ford Focus RS500
This official video shows how it all goes together, and then how well it goes.
Nelson Ireson July 9, 2010
Video: Mopar '10 Challenger Details
The Mopar '10 Challenger delivers a Mopar-flavored take on the 2010 Dodge Challenger.
Nelson Ireson July 9, 2010
BMW M3 Celebrates 25th Anniversary
The car that started it all might not recognize its descendants.
Nelson Ireson July 9, 2010
New CEO At Porsche Could Mean Entry-Level Sports Car Is Go
Matthias Mueller replaces Michael Macht to help bring up Porsche's sales volume.
Nelson Ireson July 9, 2010

Dodge Viper Cup Debuts At VIR This Weekend Nelson Ireson July 9, 2010

Warm up those DVRs, as what may be the fastest spec series in the world is about to take the green flag. The Dodge Viper Cup series will hit the track for its inaugural race at VIR this weekend.

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2011 Alpina B5 makes debut
BMW may finally be going the twin-turbocharged route for its next-generation M5 sedan but the guys over at Alpina have already beaten them to it, unveiling this week the new 2011 Alpina B5 Bi-Turbo based on the regular 550i V-8 sedan. Mixing performance, comfort and every-day luxury, Alpina’s...
Nelson Ireson July 9, 2010
Spy Shots: MINI Clubman S Hybrid
The latest out of MINI's evil genius skunkworks is on the road.
Nelson Ireson July 8, 2010
Complete 2011 Saab 9-5 U.S. Specs Leaked...By GM
The full run-down on what comes on the 2011 Saab 9-5 is out.
Nelson Ireson July 8, 2010
Rolls-Royce Sold Out Of All Models Until September Due To High Demand
Record-level production at Goodwood is underway.
Nelson Ireson July 8, 2010
Report: Lotus To Unveil New Esprit, GT, Roadster At Paris Auto Show
The 2010 Paris Auto Show may see a new range of Lotus cars.
Nelson Ireson July 8, 2010

Driven: 2010 Mazda Mazdaspeed3 Sport Nelson Ireson July 8, 2010

Hot hatches are a sore spot for American connoisseurs. The Europeans and Japanese always seem to get the best ones, while we're stuck with inferior models. Not so with the Mazdaspeed3.

Sure, it's no...
Audi R8 e-tron To Run 100-Mile Silvretta EV Rally
The Audi R8 e-tron is set to make its motorsports debut.
Nelson Ireson July 8, 2010
Rendered: BMW's Carbon Fiber Megacity Vehicle
BMW has already released an official teaser sketch of its upcoming Megacity Vehicle (MCV), and even a gallery of the carbon fiber unibody. But so far, it hasn't been easy to get a feel for what the little car might look like in the CFRP flesh. Problem solved--these renderings give a good look at...
Nelson Ireson July 8, 2010
BMW Group Announces iPod Out Tech For Future BMW, MINI Vehicles
The update comes as part of the ConnectedDrive and MINI Connected packages.
Nelson Ireson July 7, 2010
Video: Jay Leno's Garage Tests The Spyker C8 Laviolette
Spyker's purchase of Saab makes it more relevant here than ever.
Nelson Ireson July 7, 2010
2011 Lincoln MKX Scores Class-Topping 19/26 MPG EPA Rating
The 2011 MKX is the most fuel-efficient luxury midsize crossover in the U.S.
Nelson Ireson July 7, 2010

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