Okay, Chevy is officially just screwing with us right now. Shortly after parodying its own (highly suspect) “Real People, Not Actors” advertising campaign with a Cruze Hatchback ad featuring “Real Dogs, Not Actors,” the bowtie brand is going one step further, with a computer-animated commercial starring “Real LEGO Minifigures, Not Actors.” Very cute, Chevy. Very…
The cover has come off of the Nissan Vision Gran Turismo model at last, hinting at a future design and sparing us all the trouble of having to memorize a long name that features a bunch of confusing letter/number nomenclature and way more punctuation than necessary. The NISSAN CONCEPT 2020 Vision Gran Turismo is an…
Most of the outrageous concept cars at auto shows are little more than oversized toys for full-grown adults. The 17-foot long, 1,695.5-pound LEGO Batmobile from Chevy, however, holds the distinction of being an oversized toy for kids. Though many full-grown adults will be forgiven for falling in love with the Bat-brick vehicle, as well. With…
When Chevy unveiled the life-size LEGO Batmobile it had built to promote the upcoming LEGO Batman movie, the American automaker touted the amount of blood, sweat, and bat-tears that had gone into the project. According to Chevrolet, it took a combined 2,055 hours to put together the 344,187 LEGO bricks that make up the vehicle…
Hollywood history is filled to bursting with memorable vehicles that have inspired… Thanks to today’s streaming services, you can tune in to a huge… While pop culture is populated by many amazing vehicles, one of the… It’s not uncommon for a superhero or a super-villain to rely on… With the upcoming release of The Lego…
The Chicago Auto Show is almost on us, with doors opening to… This year is the 109th anniversary of the Chicago Auto Show. Every… When Chevy unveiled the life-size LEGO Batmobile it had built to promote… With the upcoming release of The Lego Batman Movie, we thought we’d… Okay, Chevy is officially just screwing with…
I spend a lot of time researching the latest car news and industry trends, and while I’m always excited to gobble up the latest specs for the Challenger SRT Hellcat (by the way, have you heard that thing roar?), sometimes it’s nice to spend time on the lighter side of things, like naked Tesla drivers doing…
In May, gearheads and car lovers can look forward to a wealth of new movies and television shows on the major streaming services. Here’s a look at some of the best titles coming soon to Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, HBO Now, and Disney Plus. An Automotive Legend: Learn about the history of the iconic Cadillac brand…
The sharp rear of the X-Men Kia Sorento, or Kia X-Car At first glance, this 2016 Kia Sorento with terrifying, liftgate-blocking claws may look like something dreamed up by a teenaged Kia Hamster in Nightmare on Elm Street 9: Freddy Goes Pet Shopping. But actually, this special edition X-Men Kia Sorento with Wolverine claws was made…
For a second week in the row, The LEGO Batman Movie has… When Chevy unveiled the life-size LEGO Batmobile it had built to promote… With the upcoming release of The Lego Batman Movie, we thought we’d… Okay, Chevy is officially just screwing with us right now. Shortly after… Most of the outrageous concept cars at…
You’ll need to scroll down if you’re looking for Dale Jr.’s new Corvette Grand Sport Photo: © Ted Murphy If you take a look at Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Twitter account, you’ll see pictures from his recent wedding, a few photos of his early racing days, and an image of his newest sports car, which just…
The Lincoln Anniversary looks like prime halo car territory Photo: Lincoln Back in June, Lincoln Motor Company announced that it would be teaming up with students from the ArtCenter College of Design to envision the future of the brand’s Quiet Flight design language. Lincoln is showing off one of the vehicles, a four-passenger coupe called…
Recently, Nissan unveiled its first foray into the exciting world of LEGO… The LEGO brand of building blocks has stood the test of time… The 2019 Chevy Silverado 1500 High Country is a stunning vehicle, and… The Stig is undeniably the world’s most famous test driver. With his iconic… The LEGO® Company has released many…
Ford and HP are looking to make 3D printing technology more sustainable. The giants of industry are teaming up to reuse spent 3D printing parts and powders for vehicle parts, minimizing waste in the process. Awards for Ford: Ranger picks up top honors in J.D. Power Initial Quality Study Ford and HP are testing the…
If you need some extra motivation to stay home this February (besides how grim the weather is outside), the major streaming services are here to help. They’ll be adding plenty of gearhead-friendly movies and TV shows over the coming month, from intriguing new releases to time-tested classics. Buying Your First Vehicle? These tips will help…
This week, the folks at Car Scoops unearthed a video uploaded to the internet of Batman’s Jeep Renegade on the set of the upcoming film, Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice. We know what you’re thinking: Batman drives a Jeep Renegade? The answer, of course, is, not usually. Don’t worry, he’ll still be tearing up…
The Bluth family’s stair car from Arrested Development gets outfitted for a ride on Fury Road Photo: Scott Park Scott Park is a visual artist who specializes in creating unique illustrations of classic movie and television cars, such as the “88 Miles Per Hour” poster he made last year, which featured 88 vehicles that appeared…
Because some men simply want to watch the world burn, the ever-ignitable Internet Comic Book Community was set aflame once again on April 24th. The culprit behind the conflagration was Suicide Squad director David Ayer, who unleashed upon the world the first official image of Jared Leto’s Joker. This was, at least in part, a…
If you’re on the hunt to get your next vehicle at a… You’ve finally picked out the new car you’ve wanted at the dealership.… The Pittsburgh International Airport brings approximately 8 million travelers through its doors… At an event like the 46th Annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction, you might expect… One of the best places for automobile…
The very first BMW i8 made its debut at the 2013 International Motor Show Germany, wowing guests with its efficient powertrain and impeccable style. Once the vehicle went on sale in 2014 and the butterfly doors of the plug-in hybrid opened up, there was no stopping this innovative vehicle. Move ahead four years and we’ve…
Zack Bia (far right) looking absolutely ecstatic next to Kendall Jenner Photo: shabbaaaaa.la If you’re not sure who Zack Bia is or why you should care, you’re not alone. The mysterious young man has over a quarter of a million Instagram followers and frequently appears in photos with celebs like Kylie Jenner and Drake. But…
Ford is stepping up to the future, becoming the first automaker to utilize the Stratasys Infinite Build 3D printer. The automaker hopes to expand on the use of 3D printing by determining whether the technology is scalable for printing large one-piece auto parts like spoilers for both prototype and low-volume production vehicles. The Stratasys Infinite…
While many automakers will void the warranties of its vehicles if they… The 2016 Chevrolet Camaro has a lot to live up to. The… When the all-new sixth-generation 2016 Chevy Camaro debuted two weeks ago, we… Today the 2016 Chevy Camaro debuted at Detroit’s Belle Isle Park, in… The leaks just keep on comin’. The…
Death Race 2050, the reboot of Roger Corman’s cult classic Death Race 2000, hits Blu-ray and VOD this Tuesday. Starring Malcom McDowell (A Clockwork Orange), Manu Bennett (Arrow), Marci Miller (Days of Our Lives), and Yancy Butler (Witchblade), Death Race 2050 modernizes the original’s premise of a dystopian future where the highest form of entertainment…
The Chicago Auto Show is almost on us, with doors opening to the public on the 11th. However, we don’t want you to be walking in blind, so here’s a rundown of what Chevrolet is bringing with it to the windy city. [wptab name=’Equinox’] 2018 Chevrolet Equinox Chevy is bringing two new, redesigned SUVs to…
It seems like every big movie or television franchise has a Lego set nowadays. Lego Avengers, Lego Jurassic Park, Lego Ninja Turtles. We can probably expect a Lego Fifty Shades of Grey soon! With so many Lego sets throughout the years, plenty of famous cars have gotten the Lego treatment. But which ones received the best…
The iconic hearse-turned-hotrod from The Munsters is a famous George Barris creation Photo: Bahooka via CC Hollywood history is filled to bursting with memorable vehicles that have inspired viewers for generations. These eye-catching, iconic rides have a reach and appeal few real-world vehicles achieve, and are surely responsible for creating multiple decades-worth of auto enthusiasts….
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Chevrolet’s “Real People, Not Actors” commercials have been criticized by some as… Global Chevrolet Chief Marketing Officer Timothy Mahoney recently spoke with Advertising Age… My disdain for Chevrolet’s “Real People, Not Actors” commercials is well documented.… Okay, Chevy is officially just screwing with us right now. Shortly after… It’s a new year, and that means…
Rich Weissenell stands proudly with his wild DeLorean collection Photo: Barcroft Carsvia YouTube We probably wouldn’t know what a DeLorean DMC-12 was, or the DeLorean brand at all, were it not for Back to the Future. Conversely, the 1985 sci-fi masterpiece wouldn’t be the success it’s become without the presence of Doc Brown’s DeLorean. We owe…
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