Ryan Gosling Lookalike and Second-Gen Honda Fit Star in “Drive 2: The Uber Years”
Joey Thompson is a comedian who has the good fortune of looking like Ryan Gosling. So for the past four years, he’s been starring in a series of comedic YouTube videos that are based on his uncanny resemblance to the hunky matinee idol—videos like 2012’s tutorial “How to Look Like Ryan Gosling,” its sequel “How […]
Hey Girl, Want to Buy a Car from Ryan Gosling’s Directorial Debut?
Did you see the 2014 fantasy-neo-noir Lost River? No? Well, you’re in good company. The movie was panned by critics, and saw a very limited release. So why would you want to own a car that was featured in such an obscure picture? Because the movie was written and directed by super-hunk Ryan Gosling, and […]
You Can Buy the ’66 Eldorado Convertible from Ryan Gosling’s Lost River
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For the 2014 Cannes Film Festival, Ryan Gosling—star of the hit film Drive and general heartthrob deluxe—brought along a film that he had written, produced, and directed entitled Lost River. Billed as a fantasy-neo-noir, the movie seems to borrow elements from the work of auteurs ranging from David Lynch and Harmony Korine to Drive director […]
1973 Chevy Malibu, Ryan Gosling’s ‘Drive’ Co-Star
Let’s start this article off absolutely where it needs to begin: Ryan Gosling is a startlingly handsome man. There’s really just no way around that fact. Now you know…and knowing is half the battle. Or so I’m told. What’s more, the guy can act. In 2011, Gosling starred in the Nicholas Winding Refn film Drive, […]
Best Ideas for Car-Themed Halloween Costumes
Automotive costumes for gearheads young and old
Picking a clever Halloween costume that will impress your friends without costing you an arm and a leg (unless that’s the look you’re going for) can be a challenge. And going to the costume store to buy an outfit limits you to whatever blockbuster movie and pop culture references are trending. Whatever happened to clever costumes for […]
Cars You Didn’t Know Were in “The Nice Guys”
“The Nice Guys” isn’t just a fun buddy cop movie, it’s also a showcase for some really cool vintage GM vehicles from the 1970s.
Vehicular Viewing: New on Streaming for May 2020
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 […]
Vehicular Viewing: New on Streaming for April 2020
If there’s ever been a time to stay home and explore your streaming options, it’s right now. As you do the responsible thing by staying at home to fight the coronavirus, here are the best new auto-related movies and TV shows you’ll find on the major streaming services in April. Shop Click Drive: The best […]
Christina Aguilera Talks Childhood Crushes and Being a Diva on James Corden’s Carpool Karaoke
Christina Aguilera is jumping back into music with the upcoming release of her new album, “Liberation.” To celebrate, she made an appearance on James Corden’s ever-popular segment, Carpool Karaoke. The two started off with a classic, empowering song, “Fighter.” Within a few lines, James interrupted Christina and asked her to teach him how to get the growl […]
5 Movies Featuring Chevy Cars
Chevy is one of the most iconic American carmakers thanks to classic models like the Chevelle, El Camino, and Corvette. Unsurprisingly, the brand’s cars have appeared in a wide variety of movies and TV shows over the years, including old-school models and brand-new ones. Here are just five of the best known. Guns of (High-Strength) […]
Buicks on the Big Screen: 5 Films Featuring the Luxury Brand
Hollywood seems to love Buicks, as evidenced by vehicles from the luxury car brand showing up in films of almost every genre imaginable. From horror flicks to animated Disney movies, Buicks definitely make a name for themselves on screen. Here are just a few of the more memorable on-screen appearances made by Buicks over the […]
5 Movies with GMC Cars as Stars
GMC is best known for their sturdy trucks, vans, SUVs, and other large utility vehicles. While you may not catch James Bond behind the wheel of the latest GMC Sierra 1500, the American car company has had a recognizable presence in a variety of other movies. Here are just a few of the films featuring […]
Teen Recreates ‘La La Land’ Opening Scene to Ask Emma Stone to Prom
Aspiring filmmaker and everyday teenager Jacob Staudenmaier has a huge crush on Emma Stone, Oscar winner and leading lady from the film La La Land. As many high schoolers know, prom season is upon us and if you don’t already have a date, well, you better get one soon. Jacob, a student at Arcadia High […]
BMW Serves as the Official Automotive Sponsor of the 69th Annual Directors Guild of America Awards
Award season for the world of motion pictures is in full swing right now. While audiences look back to the Golden Globes or look forward to the Oscars, many other award ceremonies might fly under the radar. Nevertheless, BMW hasn’t lost sight of those award shows. In fact, the automotive brand recently sponsored one of these events. […]
In the Rearview: The Volt Is Great but the Ioniq Is Eeeeeeh
Hello, and welcome once again to In the Rearview, where I somewhat belatedly this time talk about some of the top news on The News Wheel in the past week. This week, we start with a more important product review than previous reviews of sci-fi movie props in talking about a safety product to keep […]
Dancing & Driving: The Cars of ‘La La Land’
I had the pleasure of seeing writer/director Damien Chazelle’s spectacle La La Land for the first time yesterday. Amid the song and dance, the music and theater, not only is it a story of dreams and compromise, it’s a story of cars. It’s true, though you may have been too enamored by Emma Stone’s charm or […]
Blu-Ray Review: Fender Bender (2016)
The film Fender Bender is not terribly dissimilar from the only time I was involved in a vehicular collision. I was on my way to work one morning and arrived at the point where the two-lane expressway by my home splits in two directions, which is typically an incredible task for Cincinnati’s hilariously inept drivers […]