Gaywheels

General Motors has been on a roll the past couple of years. Since emerging from a contentious bankruptcy in 2009, the company has increased profits, shown a willingness to innovate, and generated more buzz for its vehicle lineup than we’ve seen in ages (cf. the 2011 Chevy Camaro). [...]

As part of its recent “Taxi of Tomorrow” exhibition in New York City, Nissan hosted a Ca$h Cab for charity event with host Ben Bailey fielding questions. Yours truly and my boyfriend, Matthew, opted to play for The Trevor Project, a crisis intervention and suicide prevention resource for LGBTQ youth. I’m happy to report that we did the gay community proud as Ni$$an Taxi Trivia Team 1. [...]

Another month, another set of numbers for the statistics fans. We’ve pulled Gaywheels’ traffic stats for October, and we’re happy to report that, once again, the biggest bottleneck occurred on our Gay-Friendly Automakers page. It’s great to see that so many people want to know which companies treat their LGBT employees fairly. [...]

If you think Gone in 60 Seconds is a film about gay dating habits, then you could probably use a break from the bar scene. And for a car fan in New York City, there’s no better way to unwind than with the amazing fleet of classic and sports cars owned by the Classic Car Club Manhattan. Opened in 2005, the CCC offers members the thrill of having dozens of incredible vehicles at their disposal, without the hassle of garage bills, insurance premiums, and hefty maintenance fees. [...]

Our friend from Croatia, Zach, has returned with a great write-up of 23-year-old automotive designer, Mate Rimac; his new car company, Rimac Automobili, based in Zagreb; and Rimac’s first vehicle, the Concept One electric supercar, which debuted earlier this year at the 2011 Frankfurt Auto Show. Of course, since this is Gaywheels, Zach also asked Rimac about his feelings toward the LGBT community and LGBT workers. Rimac’s answers are in keeping with those of Croatia’s president, who has been vocal in his support for the LGBT community, in stark contrast to politicians in some other Eastern European nations. [...]

Part of Gaywheels’ reason for being is to give LGBT shoppers and car-owners the facts they need to make informed decisions. Dealerships and garages can often feel like Old Boys’ Clubs (translation: Straight Old Boys’ Clubs), and that, in turn, can feel intimidating to many LGBT consumers — including us. [...]

Dita Von Teese is out of this world: a top-notch burlesque artist, a physical wonder of the world, and if my encounters with her are anything to go by, a very, very nice woman. [...]