Byron Hurd is an Editor at The Drive. He specializes in automotive topics, including cars, trucks, and mobility as a service, while also covering transportation policy and regulation. Byron's insights and expertise have been featured in Yahoo News Singapore, Auto Jobs Now, Autoblog, Newswav, Yahoo, MSN, and The Drive.
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Byron Hurd’s coverage is heavily centered on the auto industry, especially vehicle launches, model strategy, and dealer/business dynamics, with some room for EV-related angles and firsthand review-style commentary. He seems most responsive to pitches tied to timely product news, manufacturer plans, performance milestones, and unusual market moves that affect mainstream buyers or enthusiasts.
Because he often writes with a sharp, opinionated angle, pitches that include a clear hook, a notable development, or a concrete consumer/business implication are likely to stand out. He may also be open to informed perspectives on how automakers are positioning models against rivals, especially when there’s a broader industry trend behind the story.
His focus is national in the United States, so framing stories around the U.S. market will likely be most effective.
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After years of delays and plenty of rocket thruster hype from Elon Musk, Tesla's long-awaited Roadster 2 is being shown for the first time tonight.
By: Byron Hurd
Key Takeaways Tesla Roadster's dramatic reveal. The car showcased its active aero and attitude control thrusters at SpaceX's facility.
A rivalry between neighboring Georgia gas stations brought prices down below $1 per gallon. Naturally, chaos ensued.
If you're a Hot Wheels nerd (and if you're reading this, the odds are better than average), you already know just how detailed the castings can be on Mattel's miniature cars and trucks.
By: Byron Hurd
Toyota's hybrid sedan is pleasantly old-school and will make some of us very happy.
Volkswagen says its ID 4 is less likely to catch fire if the battery isn't completely charged.
Back before we had gargantuan three-row SUVs to haul stuff around in, station wagons were often configured as utility vehicles.
By: Byron Hurd
The Corvette Grand Sport X is quicker in a straight line than the iconic Z06, and that's just fine, the car's chief engineer says.
By: Byron Hurd
The Corvette Grand Sport X is quicker in a straight line than the iconic Z06, and that's just fine, the car's chief engineer says.
The mid-engine layout unlocked a lot of potential for the Corvette, but that doesn't mean it needs to be a Ferrari or Lamborghini competitor.
