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 […]
Boy Wears Hot Dog Costume for Picture Day, Gets a Wienermobile Visit
Though most children finalize their costumes in the days before Halloween, one of them decided to pull out his costume a bit early. Maine fourth-grader Jake Arsenault wore a hot dog costume for school pictures. What he got was a unique school ID picture and a personal visit from the Oscar Mayer Wienermobile. Sleek and […]
Mike Trout, Clayton Kershaw, Guy in a Bear Costume Parade Through Cincinnati
As the Official Vehicle of Major League Baseball, Chevrolet had a major presence in Cincinnati this week for the 2015 MLB All-Star Game at Great American Ball Park. The 2016 Camaro was on display at the T-Mobile FanFest downtown, and Chevy even had new Equinox SUVs taxiing people from the FanFest convention to the ballpark. […]
8 Best Homemade Transformers Costumes on Earth
Transforming Transformer costumes that turn into cars, roll-out, and even light up.
Yes, the title is a bit dramatic, but we’re talking galaxy-saving robots here, so you’ll forgive my excitement. Since the first live-action Transformers movie* came out in 2007, costumers have been struggling to emulate the finer details of the Autobots and Decepticons. Hey, something wonderful and creative has to come out of those films. With […]
How to Protect Your Car From Theft This Halloween
Halloween is a fun holiday, full of candy and cool costumes. But with so many strangers coming to your house, it can also be a prime time for car thieves to steal your car right from your driveway. According to the National Insurance Crime Bureau, Halloween was the third-biggest holiday for car thefts in 2018, […]
Glow Guards Available Now at Nissan Dealerships in Canada
Reflective stickers, referred to as Glow Guards, are now available at Nissan dealerships across Canada. Trick-or-treaters can apply the stickers to their costumes so drivers will have an easier time spotting them as they collect their candy and treats. Award-winning Safety: Nissan Sentra and Altima win IIHS safety awards In 2019, Nissan introduced the Glow […]
2 BMW Models Make Cameos in Marvel’s “Black Widow”
When I went to the theater with my wife last Thursday to see the new Marvel film Black Widow, I expected tons of action, explosions, and death-defying stunts. What I didn’t expect was to see two new BMW models appearing front and center within a matter of minutes following the opening credits. Small and Sporty: […]
‘Star Wars’ Props Made From Car Parts
Star Wars has been a cultural phenomenon for well over four decades, continuing to inspire viewers with its mythic structure and epic stories. A big part of the appeal of Star Wars is the visual design of the world it takes place in. When originally conceived in the mid-1970s, the soon-to-be-beloved galaxy far, far away […]
The Mouse-O-Rail: Disney’s Street-Legal Monorail Super Car
When most people think of the Disney theme parks, they think of costumed characters and overpriced bottled water. However, beyond the visual spender and veneer of “Disney magic” is a fascinating history of innovation, imagination, and recycling old things into newer, shinier things. Disney is no stranger to reusing iconic elements of their theme parks […]
Nissan Invites Hillsboro High School Students to Decorate a Sentra
While Halloween costume parties and trick-or-treat took a back seat this year, Nissan decided to make the holiday a little sweeter for a group of creative high school students in Franklin, Tennessee. The automaker teamed up with the school’s art department to give local students a chance to gain hands-on experience with automotive design. Looking […]
Halloween Drive-Thru Events in Colorado
Stay healthy while celebrating all things spooky and gathering candy this Halloween. Here are just a few drive-thru events worth attending in Colorado. Fall Journeys: Discover why the GMC Terrain makes a great road-trip companion City of the Dead Drive-In Haunted House If you’re searching for a haunted activity for your teens, reserve tickets to […]
Halloween Drive-Thru Events in South Carolina
The Palmetto State has a plethora of delightful ways to commemorate All Hallows’ Eve this month. Here are four Halloween drive-thru experiences that you and your children are sure to enjoy. Fall Confidence: Discover the benefits of OnStar technology Wicked Woods Haunted Halloween Drive-Thru If your children are older, you won’t want to miss the […]
Halloween Drive-Thru Events in Pennsylvania
The Keystone State offers a myriad of ways to pay homage to Halloween this month. Grab some goodies while building memories with the kids in your life when you attend one or more of these drive-thru events. Fall Savings: Find a pre-owned vehicle under $20K Lonesome Valley Farms Valley of Terror Haunted Drive-Thru Get haunted […]
Halloween Drive-Thru Events in Missouri
Looking for a fun (and safe) way to get in the Halloween mood this month? Here are four family-friendly drive-thru events in Missouri that are worth attending. Fall Anticipation: Meet the 2021 Escalade A Gentle Halloween Drive-Thru Celebrate Beggar’s Night a bit early when you attend “A Gentle Halloween Drive-Thru” at The Gentle Barn in […]
Halloween Drive-Thru Events in Massachusetts
With a little planning, you can still have a thrilling Halloween in Massachusetts despite social-distancing restrictions. Here are a few drive-thru events to attend with the children in your life. Stay Safe, Buy Smart: Tips for choosing a safe used car for your family Drive-Thru Parade in Ware Head to Ware’s Grenville Park on Friday, […]
Halloween Drive-Thru Events in Wisconsin
Halloween in Wisconsin might look a bit different this October. But you can still build fun memories with the children in your life when you take them to one of these drive-thru events in the Badger State. Fall Arrivals: Get the scoop on the 2021 XT6 Drive-Thru Trick-or-Treat in Chippewa Falls This year, Chippewa Falls […]
Halloween Drive-Thru Events in Illinois
Oct. 31 is just around the bend. Get your spook on when you attend one of these social distance-friendly Halloween events in the Prairie State. Safe Rides This Season: Why the Equinox makes a protective pick for teen drivers FRIGHTFEST at Harvest Moon Drive-In Theatre During October, catch a spine-chilling film at one of the […]