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| Editor-in-chief | Rory Carroll |
|---|---|
| Categories | Automotive |
| Frequency | Daily |
| Founder | Mike Spinelli |
| Founded | October 2004 |
| Country | United States |
| Based in | New York City |
| Language | English |
| Website | jalopnik |
Jalopnik is an American online magazine focused on automobiles, car culture, and the automotive industry.[1][2] It is owned by Static Media.
History
[edit source]Jalopnik was founded in October 2004 by Gawker Media as part of Nick Denton's network of weblogs, with journalist Mike Spinelli serving as the founding editor.[1][3][4] It was established to provide an alternative voice to traditional automotive journalism and gained a following for its irreverent take on car news and culture.[5]
In 2016, following the bankruptcy of Gawker Media, Jalopnik was acquired by Univision Communications for $135 million along with other former Gawker sites and later reorganized into the Gizmodo Media Group.[6] Under Univision's ownership, Jalopnik continued to operate alongside sister sites such as Gizmodo, Deadspin, and Jezebel.[7]
In April 2019, Univision sold the Gizmodo Media Group to the private equity firm Great Hill Partners, which subsequently formed G/O Media.[7][8] Jalopnik operated under G/O Media until late 2024, when it was sold to Indianapolis-based digital publishing company Static Media.[9] The acquisition was finalized in early 2025.[10]
Coverage
[edit source]Jalopnik provides daily coverage of a wide range of automotive topics, including industry news, car launches, motorsports, technological developments, and enthusiast car culture.[10] It publishes a mix of straightforward news reporting, vehicle reviews, buying guides, and opinion pieces. Its content often extends beyond cars themselves to related areas such as motorcycles, racing, aviation, and transportation technology. A hallmark of Jalopnik's editorial approach is its casual, witty tone. Regular features include vehicle reviews and the crowd-sourced valuation series "Nice Price or No Dice."[11]
Current full-time staff includes editors Erin Marquis and Daniel Golson, as well as staff writers Logan Carter, Amber DaSilva, Andy Kalmowitz, Ryan Erik King and Collin Woodard. They work alongside long-time regular contributors such as Brad Brownell, Rob Emslie and Tom McParland.[12]
Jalopnik Film Festival
[edit source]In 2013, Jalopnik launched the Jalopnik Film Festival, a film festival focused on automotive cinema and culture.[13] The inaugural festival featured exotic vehicle exhibitions and panel discussions with cinematographers, directors, and automotive enthusiasts. Ron Howard's Formula 1 film Rush, was screened at the film festival, one week before its general theatrical release.[13] Later editions were held in New York City,[14] Los Angeles,[15] and Williamsburg.[16][17]
Editors
[edit source]References
[edit source]- 1 2 "A slick tale on cutting-edge cars and accessories". June 9, 2006.
- 1 2 Carmody, Tim (February 11, 2013). "Jalopnik reboot hints at new era for Gawker where readers become writers". The Verge.
- ↑ Ellis, Justin (February 12, 2013). "Jalopnik redesign shows how Gawker Media plans to open up blogging to its readers". Nieman Journalism Lab.
- ↑ Broverman, Neal (August 21, 2014). "Jalopnik's Almost Perfect Car Film Fest is Coming Up". Los Angeles.
- 1 2 "Two Gawker Editors Decide Not to Be Douche Bags". Intelligencer. November 30, 2007.
- ↑ Only, Subscription (August 18, 2016). "Judge Approves Gawker's Sale to Univision".
- 1 2 3 Guaglione, Sara. "Patrick George Steps Down as Jalopnik EIC, Heads to Drive Media as Editorial Director". www.mediapost.com.
- ↑ Jerde, Sara (April 8, 2019). "Great Hill Partners Buys Gizmodo Media Group and The Onion From Univision".
- ↑ Flynn, Kerry (October 21, 2024). "G/O Media agrees to sell Jalopnik to Static Media". Axios.
- 1 2 "Static Media Announces the Acquisition of Jalopnik.com". February 25, 2025.
- ↑ Pretila, Esperanza (August 4, 2025). "These Car Blogs Are Shaping the Way We Connect With the Road".
- ↑ "About Us". Jalopnik. Retrieved March 23, 2026.
- 1 2 Walker, Michael (November 3, 2014). "Exotic Cars Star in Jalopnik Film Festival".
- ↑ Cavin, Curt. "'Indianapolis' going Hollywood: Film on IMS tradition to be screened at L.A. film festival". The Indianapolis Star.
- ↑ Walker, Michael (September 21, 2015). "Jalopnik Film Festival Opens in L.A."
- ↑ Davies, Alex (September 15, 2015). "Jalopnik's Film Festival Is All Movies for Car Lovers" – via Wired.
- ↑ Preston, Benjamin (November 5, 2014). "Jalopnik Film Festival to Hold Car Show in Williamsburg" – via NYTimes.com.
- ↑ Morrissey, Brian (May 10, 2012). "Nick Denton: The Banner Ad Era is Closing".
- ↑ https://www.washingtonpost.com/media/2021/12/17/wirecutter-erin-marquis-fired-new-york-times/
- ↑ Ahmed, Mariam (May 1, 2023). "Jalopnik welcomes back Carroll as EIC".