Motor (American magazine)

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MOTOR Magazine
EditorJohn Lypen
CategoriesTrade magazine
FrequencyMonthly
Founder William Randolph Hearst
Year founded1903
Company Hearst Business Publishing
CountryUnited States
Based in Troy, Michigan
LanguageEnglish
Website www.motor.com/magazine
ISSN 0027-1748

MOTOR Magazine was founded in 1903 by William Randolph Hearst, published by Hearst Corp.What began as a relatively small magazine for wealthy motorists transformed over the years into the leading monthly service and repair publication for shop and technicians.

In 2021, MOTOR Magazine will evolve into a digital publication with an expanded audience base, providing valuable information across the wide variety of automotive industries served by its parent company, MOTOR Information Systems.

MOTOR Magazine is headquartered in Troy, Michigan.

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