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We are Journalists, Analysts, Public Relations professionals and Industry affiliates, dedicated to promoting education and information exchange within the motoring press.
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The California-based Motor Press Guild (MPG) is the largest automotive media association in North America. We are dedicated to upholding the highest ideals in automotive journalism with members consisting of print journalists, photographers, broadcasters and new media professionals, as well as public-relations representatives, consumer groups, and governmental bodies tied to the automotive industry.
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Signature Events
February
Established by the Motor Press Guild in 1995, the Dean Batchelor Award recognizes excellence in automotive journalism as exemplified by the man it is named after–Dean Batchelor. Our goal is to inspire automotive journalists to produce work of the highest professional caliber, and to acknowledge those who exemplify the exceptional standards of Dean Batchelor. The award ceremony is held in February.
September
MPG Drive Day is our organization’s tent pole event. It’s a great way to safely evaluate the latest vehicles and get valuable networking time. In addition to ample seat time with dozens of vehicles, members also benefit from one-on-one time with OEM reps and valuable networking. Drive Day is held annually each Fall.
Advance your Career and Network with Top Journalists & Industry Professionals.
- Exclusive invitations to OEM and industry-related events and presentations
- Yearly Media Guide with contact information for over 4,000 industry professionals
- Annual driving events
- Members-only pricing on MPG events
- Monthly members-only newsletter, “MilePost”
- Discounts to select sponsors and preferred vendors
MPG Power Tour
MPG Power Tour Pull back the car cover and let’ get out and drive. The MPG is bringing back the Power Tour. Join fellow MPG
MPG 2021 Drive Day Postponement
Dear Members, Due to the continuing questions regarding COVID-19 and the health protocols surrounding it, the MPG Board has decided to postpone MPG Drive Day
ONE DAY, TWO PANELS: New Developments in Autonomous and Electric Vehicle Technology
Join us on Tuesday, March 30 for two virtual panels in one. Hear from J.D. Power analysts, and executives from FLIR and BLINK. Panel Discussion
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Saturday, November 6, 2021 9:00 am - 1:00 pm | MPG Power Tour |
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Wednesday, February 16, 2022 9:00 am - 7:00 pm | MPG Drive Day + Awards Ceremony |
- Member Highlight
Journalist: Popular Mechanics, Autoweek
Ben’s been a member of MPG since the mid-1990s and served as its president from 2002-2003. “MPG has always a great way for automotive journalists and PR professionals to connect, brainstorm ideas and build lasting friendships. I’m proud to have served on the board and to be a member of the organization today.”