The BBC has confirmed plans to revive its iconic car show ‘Top Gear’ once again, and the question on everyone’s mind is who should host the next reboot. Jalopnik asked its readers for their opinions, and the responses fell into…
Car lovers fixate on different details—some obsess over tail lights, others over hood ornaments, gauges, or engine bay aesthetics. Jalopnik’s Lalita Chemello asks: what’s the unforgettable detail you always appreciate on a car? The conversation isn’t just about specs or…
The internet has given us a unique opportunity to form parasocial bonds with famous people, including race car drivers. With the rise of social media, we have a better idea of who these drivers really are, beyond their official personas.…
Car ownership isn’t always a smooth ride. Sometimes, the moment you finally sell a vehicle, you feel an overwhelming sense of relief—like a weight has been lifted. That’s exactly what we asked our readers last week: which cars made them…
A Delta Air Lines Airbus A319 operating flight DL1076 from Atlanta to Chicago was struck by a firework as it descended for landing at Chicago Midway International Airport on July 4. The impact occurred at approximately 8:30 pm local time,…
As New York swelters under a heat index of 109°F and extreme weather looms, the question isn’t just about surviving today—it’s about gearing up for the long collapse. When society unravels, fuel becomes currency, and the asphalt turns to a…
Car ownership today feels anything but liberating. The average new-car price has hit nearly $52,000, smashing the previous record from three years ago. Fuel costs remain painfully high, thanks to the Strait of Hormuz still being closed amid the ongoing,…
As America celebrates Independence Day, we’re reminded that freedom isn’t just about fireworks or family gatherings—it’s also about the cars that let us hit the open road without a care. But sometimes, the most liberating feeling behind the wheel comes…
John Groendyke, the former chairman and CEO of Groendyke Transport and past chairman of the National Tank Truck Carriers, has died at the age of 81. Groendyke took over the company after the death of his father, Harold, who founded…
Jalopnik asked its readers to name their favorite car reviewers on YouTube, and the top answer was John Davis of MotorWeek fame. However, since the author had already claimed John Davis as their pick, they decided to look at other…