About Automoblog - Who We Are and What We're About

Automoblog is an automotive industry, technology, and lifestyle publication that helps readers understand more about cars and driving. We feature new vehicle reviews, emerging tech trends, new vehicle specs, product reviews, in-depth pieces on the automotive industry, and car ownership advice. Since the automobile is such a fundamental part of our daily lives, we believe the best asset our readers can have is information. We strive to bring that information to the forefront so our readers can make the right choice when it comes to their vehicle.

As a grassroots organization with a small team, Automoblog remains one of the industry’s most-respected publications. Take a look around and let us know if we can help.

Automoblog is owned and operated by Gearhead Media LLC., based in Detroit, Michigan and Berlin, Germany.

Awards & Accolades

AutoSens Awards 2019: Most Engaging Content

One of Strutmasters’ Top 5 Auto Blogs

Listed as one of the Top 5 Auto Blogs on the internet by BlogMetrics.

One of the Top Car Blogs for Auto Enthusiasts by Carbon Fiber Gear.

Listed as one of Thoroughly Reviewed‘s Top 25 Automotive Bloggers.

One of the Top Car Blogs by Washos in the car news & reviews category.

Mentioned in the book Blogging for Business: Everything You Need to Know and Why You Should Care as a “popular and influential auto-focused blog” (Page 81)

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Who Are We?

Chris Burdick

Founder

I founded Automoblog in 2006 to share my love of cars. My favorites include the Lamborghini Diablo 6.0 VT and Koenigsegg CCX, and I think the Ferrari 360 Spider is still one of the sexiest cars in existence. I love my Pearl Yellow (don't judge) 1990 Nissan 300ZX TT and plan to get it to around 550 HP one day. I'm also an avid world traveler.

Carl Anthony

Managing Editor

Carl Anthony studies mechanical engineering at Wayne State University, serves on the Board of Directors for the Ally Jolie Baldwin Foundation, and is a member of the Midwest Automotive Media Association and the Society of Automotive Historians. Before going back to school, he simultaneously held product development and experiential marketing roles in the automotive industry, working with the likes of Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, Ford Motor Company, General Motors, Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Volvo, and Local Motors. Carl and his wife Danielle live in metro Detroit where they are active members of their local church and share a mutual love for Lions football.

Alvin Reyes

Associate Editor & Feature Writer

Alvin Reyes is the Associate Editor of Automoblog. He studied civil aviation, aeronautics, and accountancy in his younger years and is still very much smitten to his former Lancer GSR and Galant SS. He also likes fried chicken, music, and herbal medicine.

Alex Hartman

Creative Director

Alex Hartman helps Automoblog connect with readers around the globe by managing all of our social media platforms. He is a photographer, videographer, and creative director under his personal brand Lost Souls Creative based in South Dakota. Alex specializes in corporate, commercial, lifestyle, and travel photography and creates unique content for a number of local and international clients. In his free time, he enjoys playing guitar and is always down for a good cup of coffee.

Tony Borroz

Feature Writer

Tony Borroz grew up in a sportscar oriented family, but sadly, it was British cars. His knuckles still show the marks of slipped Whitworth sockets, strains to reach upper rear shock bushings on Triumphs, and slight burn marks from dealing with Lucas Electric "systems." He has written for a variety of car magazines and websites, Automoblog chief among them. Tony has worked on popular driving games as a content expert, in addition to working for aerospace companies, software giants, and as a movie stuntman. He lives in the northeast corner of the northwestern most part of the Pacific Northwest.

Denis Flierl

New Vehicle Reviewer

Denis Flierl has nearly 30 years of automotive experience from his time as an entrepreneur and journalist. During his 13 years as a business owner, Denis worked directly with every major car brand and is uniquely familiar with dozens of makes and models. As an accredited member of the Rocky Mountain Automotive Press (RMAP), he brings that experience to the forefront with every vehicle he reviews. His passion for cars is well-known and respected among his readers and colleagues.

Kristin McClure

Writer and Researcher

Kristin McClure is a writer and editor for Automoblog. She refuses to let her car die, which is why she specializes in warranty content. Like any Raleigh, NC native, she splits her vacation time and heart between the mountains and the beach.

Richard Reina

Contributor

Richard has been an auto enthusiast since the age of two when his dad taught him the difference between a Chevy and a Ford. He enjoys restoring and driving old cars, with a special love for anything Italian - he currently owns a 1967 Alfa Romeo. Richard is also passionate about music, especially classic rock and jazz and is a big Beatles fan. He currently works as the Product Training Director at CARiD.com, an aftermarket automotive retailer.

Julie Blackley

Writer and Researcher

Julie Blackley is the Communications Manager for iSeeCars.com, an online car search engine powered by big data analytics that helps consumers find the best deals. Blackley writes about the latest trends in car ownership and is an avid researcher on the topic. When she isn’t writing about automobiles, she’s likely wrangling her two small children in and out of her own car.

Emily Pruitt

Contributing Writer

Emily Pruitt is fascinated by the current changes in the automotive industry, from electric cars and infrastructure, to fully autonomous vehicles. In her free time, she can be found writing poetry and stories on any paper within reach or unraveling the newest mystery novel. Her background and education is in English and Digital Marketing.