John Voelcker, Contributing Editor

John Voelcker is an accomplished automotive journalist with a diverse background in the industry. As a cofounder of Tempting Fate Tours, he has delved into the world of adventurous car experiences, providing enthusiasts with unforgettable journeys for a year and a half. With a passion for automotive journalism, Voelcker's expertise extends to his tenure as a Contributing Editor at Internet Brands. During his stint, he has contributed valuable insights and engaging content to one of the most respected automotive publications in the industry. Previously, Voelcker served as the inaugural Editor of Green Car Reports under the Internet Brands Automotive Group. For over nine years, starting in 2009, he played a vital role in reporting, editing, and providing news coverage and new-car reviews. His contributions also extended to sister sites, including The Car Connection and Motor Authority, solidifying his reputation as a trusted source in the automotive community. In addition to his editorial work, Voelcker has actively covered advanced auto technologies and energy policy for a multitude of esteemed publications. Wired, Popular Science, Tech Review, IEEE Spectrum, and HybridCars.com are among the platforms that have featured his articles. Recognized for his expertise, he was appointed as one of the jurors for the prestigious North American Car and Truck of the Year Awards in 2015. With a wealth of experience behind the wheel, Voelcker has driven electric and hybrid cars from dozens of automakers, along with countless other vehicles. His firsthand experiences provide a valuable perspective in his automotive reporting. Voelcker's editorial journey has taken him through various notable magazines, including This Old House, Metropolis, Psychology Today, Exposure, Mother Earth News, Budget Living, and IEEE Spectrum. His diverse background showcases his versatility and ability to cover a wide range of topics. Voelcker holds a BS in Industrial Engineering from Stanford University, which adds a unique analytical lens to his automotive reporting. Splitting his time between the picturesque Catskill Mountains and vibrant New York City, he finds inspiration in both the tranquility of nature and the dynamic urban environment.

Articles

2011 Ford Focus To Be Built in Michigan--Including Electric Version John Voelcker May 6, 2009

Moving steadily forward on its plans to build and sell its global small cars in North America, Ford Motor Company announced it would spend more than half a billion dollars to retool its Michigan...
BREAKING: House Agrees on Cash-For-Clunkers Bill
Cars to be turned in must get 18 mpg or less, and their replacements 22 mpg or better, under compromise legislation agreed to by the House
John Voelcker May 5, 2009

Dare To Be Diesel? Volkswagen Launches TDI Truths And Dares Site
With the 2010 VW Golf TDI on the way to join the Jetta TDI, Volkswagen kicks its clean-diesel marketing into high gear
John Voelcker May 5, 2009
Would You Like Cash-For-Clunkers Better If It Got You a Mini John Cooper Works?
With careful shopping, you may be able to score a fun car and still get a
John Voelcker May 4, 2009
2010 Chevy Equinox To Get 32 MPG Highway, While GM Will Axe 12 of Its 20 Highest-Mileage Vehicles
High highway mileage is a laudable metric, but only if lots of those cars actually make it onto customers' driveway
John Voelcker May 4, 2009
More Proof That Batteries Last: Ford Escape Hybrid Taxis Retire With 300,000-Plus Miles
Like many cities across the world, San Francisco is learning that hybrid taxis not only save gas, but last as long as needed
John Voelcker May 1, 2009
Hybrid Patrol Cars Spread Into More Urban Police Squads John Voelcker May 1, 2009

As part-time New York City residents, we're pleased our colleague Richard Read gave props to the NYPD for their purchase of 40 Nissan Altima Hybrids to be used on patrol duty. Those Altimas will...

Is Mercedes-Benz Moving Away From the Two-Mode Hybrid?
Although neither system has reached the market, Mercedes-Benz may be opting to develop its mild-hybrid technology rather than the shared Two-Mode system
John Voelcker April 30, 2009
We Ride In the World's Only 2012 Tesla Model S Prototype
Our 90-second ride, close to midnight, proved the Model S prototype definitely runs, it's comfortable and quiet...and it sure attracts fans
John Voelcker April 30, 2009
April's Most Popular Posts: It's 2010 All Over, Again
The upcoming 2010 Toyota Prius continues to spur interest on the site
John Voelcker April 30, 2009
2013 Chevrolet Volt SS: The Next Model (In Our Dreams)
Electric performance is great, so more electric performance would be even greater, right? In Chevy performance tradition, we got to thinking about the Volt SS ....
John Voelcker April 29, 2009
Even EVs Come To The End of the Road Eventually
Once in a while, your local junkyard may have something unexpected. Our friends at Clunkbucket found a 29-year-old electric car conversion.
John Voelcker April 27, 2009

Socialism At Work: Let's Just Ban All Gasoline Cars John Voelcker April 27, 2009

Well, the far right should have a field day with this one.

Norway's Socialist Left Party is proposing to ban the sale of cars that run (only) on gasoline by 2015. Its legislation wouldn't ban all...
National Cash-For-Clunkers Plans Move Ahead, But California's Already There
While Congress debates two competing cash-for-clunkers bills, California has been buying and crushing the worst polluters on its roads for years now
John Voelcker April 24, 2009
PriusChat Earth Day Live Chat on 2010 Prius Offers Two Small Bits of News
We'd hoped for just a little more news when the PriusChat faithful got a chance to ask questions of Prius Product Manager Doug Coleman
John Voelcker April 23, 2009
Lexus RX450h Luxury Hybrid SUV Priced At $42,500
The hybrid version of the most popular Lexus can run you more than $50,000 if you get all the goodies
John Voelcker April 23, 2009
New Company Bright Automotive Announces 100-MPG Idea Delivery Truck
Light weight and 30 miles of electric range add up to much higher mileage on urban delivery routes
John Voelcker April 22, 2009
2010 Prius Priced Aggressively To Keep Toyota On Top
With a new base model of the 2010 Prius for just $21,750, Toyota isn't ceding any ground to Honda
John Voelcker April 21, 2009

Pollution Perspective: One Giant Cargo Ship Emits As Much As 50 MILLION Cars John Voelcker April 15, 2009

Here at GreenCarReports.com, we mostly write about, you know, cars. But occasionally something so appalling comes across our desk that we want other people to know.

Today's candidate is an article...
A 9-Year-Old Rates the Green Cars at New York's Auto Show
At 9, young Luc expects every car to be green (unless it's a sports car) and has definite opinions on what he likes and what he doesn't
John Voelcker April 11, 2009
2011 Ford Fiesta: Green Cars Get Good, Really Good
Our drive in a European model of the Ford Fiesta has us excited to see the US version, because this is a great small car
John Voelcker April 7, 2009
30 Days of the 2010 Toyota Prius: Day 12, Battery Pack
Disappointingly, the battery pack in the 2010 Toyota Prius is almost identical to the one in its predecesors--but we don't expect that to be the case forever.
John Voelcker April 6, 2009
Is Bling the Best (Or Only) Way For GM To Sell Its Biggest Hybrids?
With the 2009 GMC Yukon Denali Hybrid adding bling to big hybrid SUVs, a strategy may be emerging for GM
John Voelcker April 6, 2009
30 Days of the 2010 Toyota Prius: Day 11, Engine and Electric Motors
Smaller, lighter, more powerful electric motor/generators and a larger gas engine give the 2010 Toyota Prius better performance AND better mileage
John Voelcker April 4, 2009