Jalopnik

Jalopnik
Editor-in-chiefRory Carroll
CategoriesAutomotive
FrequencyDaily
FounderMike Spinelli
FoundedOctober 2004
CountryUnited States
Based inNew York City
LanguageEnglish
Websitejalopnik.com

Jalopnik is an American online magazine focused on automobiles, car culture, and the automotive industry.[1][2] It is owned by Static Media.

History

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

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

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

References

  1. ^ a b "A slick tale on cutting-edge cars and accessories". June 9, 2006.
  2. ^ a b Carmody, Tim (February 11, 2013). "Jalopnik reboot hints at new era for Gawker where readers become writers". The Verge.
  3. ^ "Jalopnik redesign shows how Gawker Media plans to open up blogging to its readers | Nieman Journalism Lab".
  4. ^ broverman, neal (August 21, 2014). "Jalopnik's Almost Perfect Car Film Fest is Coming Up".
  5. ^ a b "Two Gawker Editors Decide Not to Be Douche Bags". Intelligencer. November 30, 2007.
  6. ^ Only, Subscription (August 18, 2016). "Judge Approves Gawker's Sale to Univision".
  7. ^ a b c Guaglione, Sara. "Patrick George Steps Down As Jalopnik EIC, Heads To Drive Media As Editorial Director". www.mediapost.com.
  8. ^ Only, Subscription (April 8, 2019). "Great Hill Partners Buys Gizmodo Media Group and The Onion From Univision".
  9. ^ Flynn, Kerry (October 21, 2024). "G/O Media agrees to sell Jalopnik to Static Media". Axios.
  10. ^ a b "Static Media Announces the Acquisition of Jalopnik.com | THE SHOP". February 25, 2025.
  11. ^ Pretila, Esperanza (August 4, 2025). "These Car Blogs Are Shaping the Way We Connect With the Road".
  12. ^ "About Us". Jalopnik. Retrieved 2026-03-23.
  13. ^ a b Walker, Michael (November 3, 2014). "Exotic Cars Star in Jalopnik Film Festival".
  14. ^ Cavin, Curt. "'Indianapolis' going Hollywood: Film on IMS tradition to be screened at L.A. film festival". The Indianapolis Star.
  15. ^ Walker, Michael (September 21, 2015). "Jalopnik Film Festival Opens in L.A."
  16. ^ Davies, Alex. "Jalopnik's Film Festival Is All Movies for Car Lovers" – via www.wired.com.
  17. ^ Preston, Benjamin (November 5, 2014). "Jalopnik Film Festival to Hold Car Show in Williamsburg" – via NYTimes.com.
  18. ^ "Nick Denton: The Banner Ad Era is Closing". May 10, 2012.
  19. ^ https://www.washingtonpost.com/media/2021/12/17/wirecutter-erin-marquis-fired-new-york-times/
  20. ^ Ahmed, Mariam (May 1, 2023). "Jalopnik welcomes back Carroll as EIC".
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