Did you happen to catch the new HBO Max series “Tokyo Vice” starring famed Japanese actor Ken Watanabe? It depicts a late 1990s Tokyo where yakuza mob dealings, corrupt police, and national media headlines intersect. Watanabe plays the no-nonsense detective Hiroto Katagiri who intimately drives a reddish/orangish Nissan Fairlady Z.
As a founding member of BAMG (The Black Automotive Media Group) and The Driving Force automotive internship, we hosted a weekend of empowerment with students from Howard University utilizing vehicles from sponsor Ford. Over the 10-week course, the program achieved its goals by offering our HBCU interns multimedia and marketing
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins It was an epic weekend in The City of Brotherly Love this past weekend as my family participated in two major sporting events utilizing the amenities of our American luxury chariot, dubbed the all-new 2022 Lincoln Navigator 4×4 Reserve. Delivered in a Pristine White
Hyundai Hope On Wheels (HHOW), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supported by Hyundai Motor America and its more than 820 U.S. dealers, today announced its plans to award $15 million in research grants this year. This brings the organization’s total giving to $200 million since 1998. This year also marks the
Words by Kimatni D. Rawlins / Photos by Matthew Reyes Welcome to the City of Angels with actress and producer Khaneshia JaNea Smith — better known on-screen as KJ Smith — to explore more depth and personality of the charismatic entertainer and lifestyle influencer. She profiled idyllic locations from Malibu
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins With the pandemic seemingly beginning to dwindle, people have been anxious to travel freely again, whether for vacation or simply to an idyllic destination for a work trip. In my case, I was able to unify the best of both worlds through an excursion to
It was an honor venturing between Greensboro, NC and Maryland to connect directly with our HBCU interns from NC A&T as part of The Driving Force (TDF) and the Black Automotive Media Group (BAMG). The field credit internship program comprises mentoring and training sessions through journalism, communications, marketing, broadcast, and
With the arrival of the spring season, it’s time to shine with fresh spins and rubber for your ride. So check out our new eBay Motors blog where this month Kimatni Rawlins presents some of the top rims in the game and the appropriate tire for your sports car, SUV,
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins / Photos by Robin Lori Marshall I must say, it was a celebratory few days in Los Angeles this past week as Nissan welcomed a cohort of auto and lifestyle media to participate in the 13th annual African American Film Critics Association Awards (AAFCA) held
The Driving Force will provide students with multimedia career development while increasing automobile industry fairness and equity. WASHINGTON, DC – A unique partnership has been created for students at Howard University who are interested in covering the automobile industry. Dubbed The Driving Force (TDF), the Black Automotive Media Group (BAMG)
The Black Automotive Media Group program, dubbed “The Driving Force,” will introduce HBCU students to automotive industry career opportunities within the fields of journalism and communications. Jackson, MS – A partnership has been created for students interested in exploring multimedia career opportunities within the automotive industry. Through the Black Automotive
Now in its second year, the Black Automotive Media Group internship program, dubbed “The Driving Force,” exposes students to career opportunities in the automobile industry, including automobile manufacturers, automobile multimedia, and other automobile industry suppliers and businesses. A unique partnership has been created for students interested in exploring myriad career
This is how we bring life to the auto scene. The 6th annual ART-of-Motion exhibit by Automotive Rhythms at the 2022 Washington Auto Show excited attendees with energy from key pillars of the automotive lifestyle. The cutting-edge art display indulged the culture with highly notable designers that hand-painted new rides
In partnership with Automotive Rhythms, a trendsetting urban automotive media group spearheaded by enthusiast Kimatni D. Rawlins, ART-of-Motion returns to the 2022 Washington Auto Show with added visual and custom installations. The avant-garde design experience befits the culture and imagination of the metro D.C. area. In addition, the cutting-edge art display
New collection of high-quality leather goods under the established “Santoni for AMG” label To coincide with the market launch of the new Mercedes-AMG SL roadster, the Italian leather goods manufacturer Santoni is offering a luggage set that is tailor-made to fit the boot of the vehicle from spring 2022. The
The TUMI and McLaren luggage and lifestyle collection is an ideal line for the consummate gentlemen or gentlewoman with travel as a key priority. Every detail, from the smooth roll of a wheel to the easy expansion of a hard case, has been meticulously designed to withstand and perfect your
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins Earlier in the year, General Motors outlined and began executing an ambitious goal to be the most inclusive company globally from every facet of industry and consumer engagement. These efforts include a significant focus on HBCUs, such as the sponsoring of SWAC Athletics and the
From an ugly holiday sweater to an industry-first lift kit for a plug-in hybrid vehicle, Mopar offers custom gifts that will put a smile on the face of any auto enthusiast. With a comprehensive catalog of more than 500,000 quality-tested, factory-backed parts and accessories, Mopar also offers a variety of
Well, it’s that time of the year when we put massive smiles on our kids’ faces with their favorite holiday gifts. Boys and girls alike love toy car sets, so here are a few ideas from Matchbox, Hot Wheels, and Disney Pixar Cars to generate youthful euphoria come Christmas time.
By Lucy Pearsall-Finch Jeep has always been about adventure, and this latest exploration of mine — introducing the 2021 Grand Cherokee L — continued by exposing African American Mass Communications students to opportunities in the automotive media industry. As a journalism student at N.C. A&T, a historically black university in
Welcome to the 2021 Formula 1 Aramco United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas with the Red Bull Racing Honda team. The energy was elevated, and the competition was close as Max Verstappen slightly led the Formula One World Drivers’ Championship over Mercedes-AMG Petronas’ Lewis Hamilton coming into the battle.
Photos by Mike Ware and Garvin Villier Amazing evening supporting MegaMind Media at Tysons Corner VA for their Breast Cancer Initiative. Presented by Chevrolet and produced by Tressa Smallwood, The Waiting Room movie series airs on BET Her TV and focuses on raising awareness of Breast Cancer as it relates
Did you happen to catch the new HBO Max series “Tokyo Vice” starring famed Japanese actor Ken Watanabe? It depicts a late 1990s Tokyo where
As a founding member of BAMG (The Black Automotive Media Group) and The Driving Force automotive internship, we hosted a weekend of empowerment with students
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins It was an epic weekend in The City of Brotherly Love this past weekend as my family participated in
Hyundai Hope On Wheels (HHOW), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supported by Hyundai Motor America and its more than 820 U.S. dealers, today announced its plans
Words by Kimatni D. Rawlins / Photos by Matthew Reyes Welcome to the City of Angels with actress and producer Khaneshia JaNea Smith — better
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins With the pandemic seemingly beginning to dwindle, people have been anxious to travel freely again, whether for vacation or simply
It was an honor venturing between Greensboro, NC and Maryland to connect directly with our HBCU interns from NC A&T as part of The Driving
With the arrival of the spring season, it’s time to shine with fresh spins and rubber for your ride. So check out our new eBay
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins / Photos by Robin Lori Marshall I must say, it was a celebratory few days in Los Angeles this past
The Driving Force will provide students with multimedia career development while increasing automobile industry fairness and equity. WASHINGTON, DC – A unique partnership has been
The Black Automotive Media Group program, dubbed “The Driving Force,” will introduce HBCU students to automotive industry career opportunities within the fields of journalism and
Now in its second year, the Black Automotive Media Group internship program, dubbed “The Driving Force,” exposes students to career opportunities in the automobile industry,
This is how we bring life to the auto scene. The 6th annual ART-of-Motion exhibit by Automotive Rhythms at the 2022 Washington Auto Show excited
In partnership with Automotive Rhythms, a trendsetting urban automotive media group spearheaded by enthusiast Kimatni D. Rawlins, ART-of-Motion returns to the 2022 Washington Auto Show with
New collection of high-quality leather goods under the established “Santoni for AMG” label To coincide with the market launch of the new Mercedes-AMG SL roadster,
The TUMI and McLaren luggage and lifestyle collection is an ideal line for the consummate gentlemen or gentlewoman with travel as a key priority. Every
Experienced by Kimatni D. Rawlins Earlier in the year, General Motors outlined and began executing an ambitious goal to be the most inclusive company globally
From an ugly holiday sweater to an industry-first lift kit for a plug-in hybrid vehicle, Mopar offers custom gifts that will put a smile on
Well, it’s that time of the year when we put massive smiles on our kids’ faces with their favorite holiday gifts. Boys and girls alike
By Lucy Pearsall-Finch Jeep has always been about adventure, and this latest exploration of mine — introducing the 2021 Grand Cherokee L — continued by
Welcome to the 2021 Formula 1 Aramco United States Grand Prix in Austin, Texas with the Red Bull Racing Honda team. The energy was elevated,
Photos by Mike Ware and Garvin Villier Amazing evening supporting MegaMind Media at Tysons Corner VA for their Breast Cancer Initiative. Presented by Chevrolet and
Automotive Rhythms (AR) is a multi-national lifestyle firm that blends evaluations of the latest cars, trucks, SUVs, and bikes around music, sports, fashion, travel, and technology.
