We traveled to Munich for the official debut event of the BMW 4 Series Coupe concept, and besides writing a thorough First Look article, we talked to one of the car’s key designers to get an inside look at the design’s inspiration.
Archive for the ‘Creative MT Blogs’ Category
Cheaper Thrills: Motor Trend Blogs Cover Car Deals for Enthusiasts
March 26, 2012
One of the latest semi-regular blog series on Motor Trend’s WOT is the monthly deals post that, unlike others on consumer-oriented automotive sites, focuses on cars, SUVs, and trucks that enthusiasts might actually consider driving. Five vehicles with notable specials are highlighted in the photo-friendly blog, which uses punchy sub-sections to prevent the blog from being any longer than necessary.
Honda Civic Dominates Compact Pack in February 2012 Sales
March 12, 2012
Despite mediocre reviews from automotive critics, the 2012 Honda Civic still managed to beat all compact segment competitors — and by a sizable margin.
Oldies but Goodies? Top 5 Aging New Cars Still Worth Consideration
February 20, 2012
Old does not always equal outdated. We expect new vehicles to be better than the models they replace, as well as at least some of the cars in its segment, but every once in a while there’s a car that ages well, even without major styling or powertrain updates. Take a look at five vehicles fitting that description in this quickly-turned-around Motor Trend blog below.
MT Staff Picks: The Best and Worst Cars We Drove in 2011
January 17, 2012
Another of the many end-of-2011 blogs pitched to other editors on Motor Trend’s WOT blogs, this controversial post asked many editors — myself included as the third contributor — to comment on the best and worst vehicles they’d driven throughout 2011. I’m privileged to drive and review anything at all, and this proved to be a bit of a challenge.
Styling Size-Up: 2012 Buick Verano
January 14, 2012
The Refreshing or Revolting series consistently become the most popular posts on Motor Trend’s WOT–Styling Size-Up is the brand’s latest expansion, covering vehicles that have no direct and recent automotive predecessor. One of the first vehicles featured in this styling analysis blog series was the enigmatic 2012 Buick Verano compact luxury sedan.
Holiday Creativity: Selections from 20 Special End-of-Year Motor Trend WOT Blogs
January 11, 2012
Motor Trend’s increasingly popular WOT daily news blogs cruised through the end of December without much trouble in part due to more than 20 posts I brainstormed, assigned, and in 10 cases, wrote. Many of the engaging posts relied on data and information that could only have come from Motor Trend, like…
Refreshing or Revolting: Hyundai Sonata vs. Hyundai i40 sedan
November 25, 2011
Hyundai blasted onto the American midsize sedan scene with the 2011 Sonata, a car that has proven bold enough to capture the attention of those who would have previously only considered a Camry or Accord. By now, we’re familiar with the 2011 and 2012 Sonata’s curves but is the grass greener on the other side?
Top 5 2012 Vehicles That Should Wear a Costume This Halloween
November 4, 2011
Halloween reminded us that with so many choices on the new car market today, not all are bound to be deemed beauties. Some 2012 model year cars, trucks, and SUVs, in fact, are quite homely.
81-Year-Old Daily Driver? Year-Long Blog Chronicles Life with 1930 Ford Model A
October 28, 2011
Think your commute is tough? Try doing it every day in a 40-horsepower 1930 Ford Model A – even in the snow. That’s exactly what Jonathan Klinger, who works for Hagerty insurance, has done over the last 365 days. With just a few…
