Michael Frank
Michael Frank is a journalist and editor who has spent the past 25 years in both print and online media, as well as consulting on projects for multinational corporations, small startups, and academic institutions.
His work as an editor led to two National Magazine Award-winning projects for both Esquire and National Geographic Adventure. Michael has contributed to dozens of outlets, from The Atlantic to Men’s Journal, Men’s Fitness, Outside Magazine, Virtuoso Life, Coolhunting and Consumer Reports. In 2017 his work for The Atlantic on undocumented immigrants in the farm sector brought him wide acclaim, and he spoke about his work on the project for WNYC’s The Leonard Lopate Show.
Also: Michael should not be confused with the musician, Michael Franks; I did not write "Popsicle Toes." Asking him if he's heard of Michael Franks will draw a deep sigh, and cause him to wonder what, exactly, his parents were thinking...
The Beauty Is the Point — The VW ID. Buzz Is An Electric Vehicle Like No Other
A day with the 2025 Volkswagen ID.Buzz is, well, a whole vibe.
I Swapped My Car With a Cargo E-Bike for a Week — And It Changed Everything
After 104 miles this e-bike was hardly worse for the wear; a car guy finds himself rethinking what cars are really for.
The 7 Best EVs From the New York Auto Show 2024
The year of electrification begins in New York — and with it a whole slew of innovations.
The 8 Coolest EV Innovations Announced at CES 2024
Gaming, #vanlife, and mixed reality are all coming to an EV near you.
The Absolute Best In-Car Tech of 2023
It’s not just about what’s “under the hood” anymore — cars are just as much about computing as they are about getting from A to B.
The 12 Most Innovative EVs of 2023
Electric vehicles aren't just for early adopters or the deep-pocketed anymore. They’re getting more affordable and tech-packed, and pushing design frontiers faster than gas cars have.
This 31-Mph Cargo E-Bike Is a Breakthrough For Commuting and Off-Roading
The UBCO Special Edition 2x2 is expensive, but it slots perfectly in between an e-bike and e-moto.
The 2023 Prius Is the Most Important Car That Nobody Is Talking About
Hankering for an EV but can’t afford one? You should be looking at the Prius.
The 10 Best EV Concepts From Japan Mobility Show 2023
Wild electric concept cars from Toyota, Nissan, and Honda are setting the groundwork for Japan's EV future.
The 6 Best EVs From IAA Mobility 2023
BYD, Mercedes-Benz, and Audi all put their best EVs forward at IAA Mobility 2023.
The 5 Best EVs From Monterey Car Week
Monterey Car Week isn't just about classics — cutting-edge EVs from Acura, Lamborghini, and Lexus also made their splash. Here’s what caught our eye.
Cadillac's Big Electric Escalade IQ Has an Even Bigger Range
GM first fully electric Escalade even crab walks.
