2/23/2012

Radar Love drives romance home

Golden Earring's hit song Radar Love may lose some meaning to younger generations. read more »

2/14/2012

Charlie Ryan's self-built "Hot Rod Lincoln" inspired the song

In 1955, Charlie Ryan wrote the song "Hot Rod Lincoln," which many think was an answer to the 1951 hit, "Hot Rod Race" by Arkie Shibley and the Mountain Dew Boys. read more »

12/21/2011

Drivers who love their cars will also enjoy Queen's tribute to automotive enthusiasts

Roger Taylor, the drummer and backing vocalist for British rock band Queen, coined the lyrics for "I'm in Love with my Car." read more »

11/14/2011

The Gaslight Anthem sings about an Old White Lincoln

The Gaslight Anthem, a New Jersey-based rock band, is well-known for staying true to the ideals of classic rock, with catchy hooks and well-crafted lyrics. read more »

10/7/2011

The Stray Cats love Cadillacs

When you're in the mood to slick your hair back, roll a pack of cigarettes in the sleeve of your white t-shirt and go for a 50s-style cruise, The Stray Cats can provide an appropriate soundtrack. read more »

7/29/2011

Prince's "Little Red Corvette" was a smash hit

One of the classic songs that references cars is Prince's "Little Red Corvette," which was released in 1982 on the famous album "1999." read more »

7/12/2011

"Long May You Run" is an ode to vintage cars

Many singers write about cars, but sometimes it's not readily apparent that's what they're referencing in the song. read more »

7/12/2011

The Beatles' "Drive My Car" endures years later

There are many songs about cars, but when the Fab Four decided to make a reference to vehicles, the world sat up and listened. read more »

6/14/2011

Giddy up with the Beach Boys' "409"

When young people hear "giddy up 409," the first thing they might think of is the household cleaner. read more »

6/7/2011

The Who love their Jaguar

The Who are one of the greatest rock bands of all time, and they seemingly have a song about every possible subject. read more »

5/26/2011

Ford Thunderbird immortalized in Beach Boys' "Fun, Fun, Fun"

The country went crazy for the Beatles and Rolling Stones back in the day, but those looking for a band that was truly tuned into American culture need look no further than the Beach Boys. read more »

5/20/2011

What model Chevy features in "American Pie?"

Fans of musical history are likely familiar with Don McLean's "American Pie," a song which references the 1959 plane crash that killed Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens and the Big Bopper read more »

4/27/2011

Pink Cadillac - A controversial Springsteen song

Songs about cars often discuss the freedom they afford drivers, but Bruce Springsteen, ever the lyricist, decided to record "Pink Cadillac" as a sexual metaphor. read more »

4/15/2011

New song about Mercedes-Benz to d?but soon

The 1971 lyrics "Oh lord, won't you buy me..." by Janis Joplin has resulted in a collaboration between singer Estelle, producer David Banner and soul artist Daley. read more »

4/11/2011

Drivers still get their kicks from Route 66

One of the most popular songs ever sung by Chuck Berry was "Route 66," probably better known as "Get Your Kicks on Route 66." read more »

3/31/2011

Ride Mustang Sally, Ride

Mustang Sally, by Wilson Pickett, is probably one of the most famous songs about cars to have ever been released. read more »

3/24/2011

Why, it's Greased Lightning!

Long ago, John Travolta burst onto the silver screen singing about his car in "Grease," a musical about high school in '50s. read more »

3/8/2011

"Cadillac Ranch" by Bruce Springsteen

Bruce Springsteen might arguably be the best singer-songwriter of the 1980's, but its his songs about cars that are undeniably good. read more »

3/1/2011

A moving playlist for those long road trips

When you feel like having a party as you drive, music is a necessity. But there's only so much time you have to listen (unless you're spending days on the road), so what to choose? read more »

3/1/2011

An R&B playlist for the drive

Drivers feeling soulful as they drive on the road should use a playlist that embodies everything wonderful about rhythm & blues, otherwise known as R&B. read more »

3/1/2011

A jazzy playlist for those days when you have to drive in the rain

Rainy days can be such a drag, and nobody likes driving on those slick roads, but a jazzy playlist could be just the ticket to keep the speed down and the mood relaxed. We're talking late night in the day. read more »

2/25/2011

A road trip with Bob Marley is in order

When the top is down and it's warm outside, sometimes there's nothing better than a little Bob Marley to heighten the drive experience. read more »

2/23/2011

"See the USA" in Glee's Chevrolet commercial

Fans of the hit TV show "Glee" may have missed the Superbowl but they can still get a dose of the night's famous advertising specials. read more »

12/29/2010

The best albums to listen to on a road trip

Recently, we traveled to Vermont in our Toyota Highlander and brought along some Christmas music, the new Kanye CD and the radio. Needless to say, it was not the wisest of choices for road trip music. read more »