Fiat Chrysler Unleashes the Force in New Star Wars-Themed Commercials
The force is certainly with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles this year. After announcing that it will be one of the many brand ambassadors for the new Star Wars: The Force Awakens movie, Fiat Chrysler has worked to help promote both its own brand, and the film’s. With hijinks like debuting a Star Wars-themed Fiat 500e and […]
Star Wars Themed Fiat 500e Mesmerizes the Audience at the LA Auto Show
Science fiction fans had to love the new Fiat 500e that was recently showcased at the 2015 LA Auto Show; since the vehicle drew inspiration from the upcoming movie, Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Looking For A New Car? Check out these tips for first-time car buyers The exterior of this Fiat 500e was designed after […]
The Mystery of the Missing Star Wars Toyota Celica
The Star Wars saga began back in 1977 with the release of the original film. Back in the pre-internet era, Toyota decided to celebrate the release of the classic movie by teaming up with 20th Century Fox to create a Star Wars Celica and give it away to one lucky winner in a sweepstakes. But […]
Fiat Chrysler Joins Star Wars Marketing Force
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles might not be Luke’s father, but that doesn’t mean the Italian-American carmaker doesn’t have a lead role to play in the new Star Wars: The Force Awakens movie that opens in December. The carmaker’s character? Marketing sponsor. The automaker was recently named one of seven global companies that will participate in “an […]
Airbrushed Star Wars Corvette Fails to Sell on eBay
“She may not look like much, but she’s got it where it counts, kid.” Those immortal words of Millennium Falcon pilot Han Solo could easily be applied to this awesome Star Wars-themed 1974 Chevy Corvette, which was recently listed on eBay by a seller with the user name “easternvette.” Back in 1977, the car was […]
What Cars Would the Characters of Star Wars Drive?
The new Star Wars movie comes out in December, and we have a whole summer to get hyped up for it. Ever since the first movie trailer came out, the world famous space series has been showing up all over the place. The newest addition is this awesome image from CJ Pony Parts that shows […]
Star Wars Star Jake Lloyd Takes Charleston Police on Wild Car Chase
Where's a pod racer when you need one?
South Carolina police have arrested former child star Jake Lloyd, who is best known for portraying a young Anakin Skywalker in Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace, but who should be best known for portraying 9-year-old Turbo-Man enthusiast Jamie Langston in the Blockbuster Entertainment Award-winning film Jingle All the Way. ABC7 Los Angeles is […]
CONFIRMED: New Star Wars Trailer Doesn’t Have Any Kias in It
Well, the new Star Wars: The Force Awakens teaser trailer has just been released (and no, for better or worse, it’s not a RickRoll this time). In case you haven’t seen it yet, here ya go: Obviously, everyone here at the office is really jazzed about this two-minute teaser. Unfortunately, we write for an automotive […]
Disney Sued for Not Building Flying “Star Wars” Car
The Star Wars films give us an exciting glimpse into the future of technology, but does that mean its owners are responsible for bringing about that technology? That’s what one Delaware man claimed in a lawsuit filed against the Walt Disney Company, which was ruled upon Wednesday. The allegation was that Disney (who now owns […]
Mickey, Take the Wheel! New Road Trip-Based Ride Starring Mickey and Minnie Mouse Set to Open at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
Mickey and Minnie Mouse will receive their very first Disney ride this fall in the form of Mickey & Minnie’s Runaway Railway
Disney’s Hollywood Studios in Orlando, Florida, is a theme park in flux at the moment. The park is moving away from its original concept as a working movie studio as it adds new themed areas, such as the upcoming Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge. Even the marquee attraction of Disney’s Hollywood Studios, The Great Movie Ride, […]
62 Years Later: James Dean’s Death Behind the Wheel of “Little Bastard”
62 years ago today, on Sept. 30, 1955, Hollywood hearthrob James Dean was killed in a car accident. He was 24 years old. Controversy has swirled around his death ever since and most notably, the car itself. Dean was driving his new 1955 Porsche 500 Spyder. The car was nicknamed “Little Bastard,” and it lived […]
Car Wars Study Foretells Corvette Zora, Buick Park Avenue, Buncha New Cadillacs
According to Bank of America Merrill Lynch’s annual “Car Wars” study, General Motors will substantially increase its market share by 2020 by replacing approximately 88% of its current model lineup and continuing to emphasize trucks and crossovers at a greater rate than the industry. From the report: We forecast GM’s product cadence to remain solid […]
Ford Calls Upon the Dragon in Commercials Starring Dragon Ball Z Characters
When it comes to cars, Ford doesn’t sell ordinary sedans. According to its latest marketing strategy, the brand instead sells Super Saiyan Sedans! Goku and the crew star in Ford’s latest marketing campaign based on the popular Japanese series Dragon Ball Z. This somewhat bizarre campaign is an online-only marketing initiative that has appeared on YouTube and other internet outlets. […]
‘Alvin & The Chipmunks: The Road Chip’ to Star Nissan Cube and Singing Rodents
Like some of the worst things in existence–such as the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse–Alvin and the Chipmunks is getting a fourth installment. The rebooted, live-action series of children’s (because it’s unlikely the rest of the family endure watching) movies has endured scathing reviews and painful writing since the first modernized adaptation in 2007. The latest […]
Report: 2016 Shelby GT350 Price to Start at $52,995
The 2016 Shelby GT350 was one of the worst-kept secrets at the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show, but the almost universal understanding that it was coming didn’t stop anybody from getting giddy about it anymore than it stopped people from getting amped up about the first Star Wars VII trailer. (Though, to be fair, nobody […]
Vehicular Viewing: New to Streaming for October 2021
From beloved classics to brand-new releases, October will usher in plenty of fresh streaming options for gearheads. If you love seeing cars on the big or small screen, here’s a look at some of the coming month’s top movies and TV shows that will scratch your itch for vehicular action. Award-Winning GM Vehicles: Discover the […]
Remembering the Micro Machines Phenomenon
When most people think of tiny toy cars, their minds understandably turn to Hot Wheels. While it’s true that Hot Wheels have cornered the market on small, collectable vehicles, there was a time when they weren’t the only name in the game. Welcome to the world of Micro Machines. Chevy Trucks: A proud tradition The […]
Car-Sploitation Movie Spotlight: ‘Daddy-O’ (1958)
There’s no shortage of car-themed movies in the world. In fact, some of the earliest footage ever shot over 130 years ago involved cars and other vehicles. As cinema has evolved, so has the use of cars in film, with some results being better than others. And when a car movie hits that perfect balance […]