Josh Hartley

Josh Hartley

Editor-in-Chief

Josh leads editorial at Chariotz, shaping the content strategy and keeping the team focused on what actually helps enthusiasts. A lifelong gearhead with a weakness for Japanese imports and forced induction, he still writes weekly alongside the team. When he's not testing parts or chasing content deadlines, he's probably at a local cars and coffee.

59 articles · Covers: Technology, New Cars

Articles by Josh

Why the Same New Car Costs Thousands More at One Dealer Than Another — What's Actually Driving the Spread in 2026
Car Buying

Why the Same New Car Costs Thousands More at One Dealer Than Another — What's Actually Driving the Spread in 2026

Leftover 2025s on Dealer Lots in May 2026 — When to Take the Discount, When the 2026 Is Worth More
New Cars

Leftover 2025s on Dealer Lots in May 2026 — When to Take the Discount, When the 2026 Is Worth More

The 2026 New-Car H2 Preview — What's Actually Arriving Between Now and Year-End
New Cars

The 2026 New-Car H2 Preview — What's Actually Arriving Between Now and Year-End

Tariff Talk and What It Actually Does to New-Car Prices in 2026
New Cars

Tariff Talk and What It Actually Does to New-Car Prices in 2026

Why Spring Used-Car Prices Aren't Following the Normal Pattern in 2026
Car Buying

Why Spring Used-Car Prices Aren't Following the Normal Pattern in 2026

What Q1 2026 New-Car Inventory Looks Like — And What It Means for Spring Buyers
New Cars

What Q1 2026 New-Car Inventory Looks Like — And What It Means for Spring Buyers

Welcome to the New Chariotz
Technology

Welcome to the New Chariotz

Used EVs in 2026: Charging Standards, Adapter Questions, and Daily Practicality
Technology

Used EVs in 2026: Charging Standards, Adapter Questions, and Daily Practicality

The Most Useful Automotive Tech We Saw in 2025—and What to Ignore
Technology

The Most Useful Automotive Tech We Saw in 2025—and What to Ignore

Remote Start, Climate Preconditioning, and App Features: What Drivers Actually Use
Technology

Remote Start, Climate Preconditioning, and App Features: What Drivers Actually Use

Buying a 2025 Model Late in the Year: When Discounts Beat Waiting for 2026
New Cars

Buying a 2025 Model Late in the Year: When Discounts Beat Waiting for 2026

Planning an EV Road Trip in 2025: Apps, Charging Speeds, and Backup Stops
Technology

Planning an EV Road Trip in 2025: Apps, Charging Speeds, and Backup Stops

ADAS Calibration After Suspension, Windshield, and Wheel Work
Technology

ADAS Calibration After Suspension, Windshield, and Wheel Work

How to Read a Mid-Year Refresh: Which 2025 Features Actually Add Value
New Cars

How to Read a Mid-Year Refresh: Which 2025 Features Actually Add Value

Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto Upgrades for Older Cars
Technology

Wireless CarPlay and Android Auto Upgrades for Older Cars

2025 Automotive Trends to Watch Without Chasing Hype
Technology

2025 Automotive Trends to Watch Without Chasing Hype

Planning an EV Road Trip in 2024: Charger Apps, Routing, and Backup Plans
Technology

Planning an EV Road Trip in 2024: Charger Apps, Routing, and Backup Plans

CES 2024 Automotive Tech Takeaways That Matter Beyond the Show Floor
New Cars

CES 2024 Automotive Tech Takeaways That Matter Beyond the Show Floor

2024 Car Customization Trends & Tips to Follow
Technology

2024 Car Customization Trends & Tips to Follow

Introducing the Chariotz Parts Finder Powered by Prime Auto Parts: Your Ultimate Source for Quality Used & Remanufactured Auto Parts
Technology

Introducing the Chariotz Parts Finder Powered by Prime Auto Parts: Your Ultimate Source for Quality Used & Remanufactured Auto Parts

CES 2023 Car Tech That Could Reach Everyday Drivers Soon
Technology

CES 2023 Car Tech That Could Reach Everyday Drivers Soon

Public EV Charging Etiquette for Busy 2022 Stations
Technology

Public EV Charging Etiquette for Busy 2022 Stations

Which Driver-Assist Features Matter Most on 2020 Cars?
New Cars

Which Driver-Assist Features Matter Most on 2020 Cars?

Use our Bluetooth Beacon Technology to tell your Car's Story
Technology

Use our Bluetooth Beacon Technology to tell your Car's Story

Transform your Car Show with the Chariotz Judging System and App
Technology

Transform your Car Show with the Chariotz Judging System and App

Honda and the Hedgehog: 25 Years of Gaming History Marked by Sonic Civic
New Cars

Honda and the Hedgehog: 25 Years of Gaming History Marked by Sonic Civic

2016 Best Cars and Trucks - Our List of Favorite Lists
New Cars

2016 Best Cars and Trucks - Our List of Favorite Lists

The Buzzworthy 2016 Ram 1500 Stinger Yellow Sport
New Cars

The Buzzworthy 2016 Ram 1500 Stinger Yellow Sport

Flying Huntsman 6x6 Is Production Reality With Urban Warrior
New Cars

Flying Huntsman 6x6 Is Production Reality With Urban Warrior

A Million Miatas: Mazda MX-5 Crosses Seven-Digit Production Threshold
New Cars

A Million Miatas: Mazda MX-5 Crosses Seven-Digit Production Threshold

The One-Off Audi A8 L Extended - When Long Isn’t Long Enough
New Cars

The One-Off Audi A8 L Extended - When Long Isn’t Long Enough

Best First Tuner Car: How to Pick a Project You Can Actually Finish
New Cars

Best First Tuner Car: How to Pick a Project You Can Actually Finish

A Grand Finale: 2016 Scion tC Release Series 10.0
New Cars

A Grand Finale: 2016 Scion tC Release Series 10.0

2016 Porsche 911 R: Why This Manual 911 Became a Modern Collectible
New Cars

2016 Porsche 911 R: Why This Manual 911 Became a Modern Collectible

Long-Awaited "BMW M7" Has Arrived
New Cars

Long-Awaited "BMW M7" Has Arrived

Say So Long To Scion After 2016
New Cars

Say So Long To Scion After 2016

Bentley Monster by Mulliner Sings With 3,400-Watt Sound System
New Cars

Bentley Monster by Mulliner Sings With 3,400-Watt Sound System

Virtual Reality Car Showrooms: What Audi Previewed and What Buyers Still Need
Technology

Virtual Reality Car Showrooms: What Audi Previewed and What Buyers Still Need

Mitsubishi Motors Sells Historic 5,000,000th Vehicle in the US
New Cars

Mitsubishi Motors Sells Historic 5,000,000th Vehicle in the US

Kia Optima A1A Blows Its Top for SEMA Show
New Cars

Kia Optima A1A Blows Its Top for SEMA Show

2016 Aston Martin, Lamborghini, and McLaren Supercars: Enthusiast Snapshot
New Cars

2016 Aston Martin, Lamborghini, and McLaren Supercars: Enthusiast Snapshot

2016 Ford Focus RS - Ford's Most Powerful Hatchback Ever!
New Cars

2016 Ford Focus RS - Ford's Most Powerful Hatchback Ever!

A Fast Farewell: The 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Final Edition
New Cars

A Fast Farewell: The 2015 Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution Final Edition

Tesla Model X - Safest, Fastest SUV Ever Built
Technology

Tesla Model X - Safest, Fastest SUV Ever Built

2015 Frankfurt Motor Show Concept Cars
Technology

2015 Frankfurt Motor Show Concept Cars

Hyundai Unveils "N" Performance Sub-Brand
New Cars

Hyundai Unveils "N" Performance Sub-Brand

2016 Ford Models: Lineup Snapshot and Used-Buyer Notes
New Cars

2016 Ford Models: Lineup Snapshot and Used-Buyer Notes

Most Wanted Car Tech
Technology

Most Wanted Car Tech

Short Stories – 2016 Audi USA Models
New Cars

Short Stories – 2016 Audi USA Models

2016 Mazda Models: Lineup Snapshot and Used-Buyer Notes
New Cars

2016 Mazda Models: Lineup Snapshot and Used-Buyer Notes

2016 Porsche Models: Lineup Snapshot and Used-Buyer Notes
New Cars

2016 Porsche Models: Lineup Snapshot and Used-Buyer Notes

Will Apple Buy Tesla?
Technology

Will Apple Buy Tesla?

Building your own electric car
Technology

Building your own electric car

The Best Home Electric Car L2 Charging Stations
Technology

The Best Home Electric Car L2 Charging Stations

Driving Tips for your Electric Vehicle
Technology

Driving Tips for your Electric Vehicle

How to Get a Discount on Your Electric Vehicle
Technology

How to Get a Discount on Your Electric Vehicle

Should You Buy an Electric Car or Hybrid Vehicle?
Technology

Should You Buy an Electric Car or Hybrid Vehicle?

A Brief History of the Electric Car
Technology

A Brief History of the Electric Car

Top 5 Electric Cars in North America
Technology

Top 5 Electric Cars in North America