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Jesus Garcia

Jesus Garcia

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Automotive Journalist, Freelance

San Antonio, Texas

Biography

Jesus R. Garcia was raised in the Tex-Mex region of South Texas along the border on a small family ranch. He grew up around animals and vintage vehicles and began his writing career as a student reporter for his university newspaper. After graduating in 2015 with a BA in Communications, Jesus joined and became the youngest member of the Texas Auto Writers Association. In 2016, he officially started writing automotive reviews and related news articles on his website, Jesusbehindthewheel.com. Since then, he's contributed work to The Drive, Motorious, IMBOLDN, The Gentleman Racer, Drivetribe, Hot Cars, and currently writes a weekly automotive column for the Houston Chronicle newspaper. In 2024, Jesus became the youngest and first Hispanic president of the Texas Motor Press Association. When Jesus isn't writing about cars, film, or various products, he spends his time as an illustrator for children's books and commissioned artwork.

Final Covers

Creative Writing , Automotive Aftermarket Industry, Motorsports , Automotive Products, Off Roading , Film And Television, Literature, Automotive History , Travel

Doesn’t Cover

Consumer health news.

Seniority Positions

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Content

Total articles 102

  • This light-duty Hyundai pickup meets the utility demands of a city truck

    By Jesus Garcia Verified, Jesús García Verified| Houston Chronicle Verified Hyundai's first pickup truck sold in North America was the compact Santa Cruz, debuting in 2021 for the 2022 model year. This little four-door truck falls into a niche crowd alongside other hybrid body types like the Subaru Baja, Pontiac Aztek and Chevrolet SSR, vehicles that dare to be different without losing sight of the task at hand. Of them all, the Hyundai Santa Cruz is the only vehicle on the market styled with sideburns and a mullet.

    By Jesus Garcia Verified, Jesús García Verified · Houston Chronicle

    Apr. 21, 2025

  • This McLaren supercar offers a taste of the high speed life

    By Jesus Garcia Verified, Jesús García Verified| Houston Chronicle Verified Supercars are commonly viewed as the pinnacle of performance and status. The vehicle of choice for those wanting to expressing success and wealth, even if it says "Rent Me" on the license plate frame. Supercars prove that some of us never outgrew our race car beds (yes, I had one) and Hot Wheels collection. Supercars cause an inherent reaction regardless of whether they are viewed from the perspective of ultimate desire or vulgar distaste. For me, supercars are a career move.

    By Jesus Garcia Verified, Jesús García Verified · Houston Chronicle

    Apr. 14, 2025

  • This Genesis SUV offers a luxury experience for everyday commutes

    By Jesus Garcia Verified, Jesús García Verified| Houston Chronicle Verified I test-drove the 2025 Genesis GV80 mid-size luxury SUV recently, spending a day in the commercialized cowboy country of Fort Worth. It left a mighty fine first impression, but would it hold now that I had some time to appreciate the brand's hyper-fixation on style? The GV80 3.5T shown here models a luscious Storr Green exterior in a premium matte finish ($1,500).

    By Jesus Garcia Verified, Jesús García Verified · Houston Chronicle

    Apr. 07, 2025

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