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From the Garage to the Red Carpet

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By XETV Sales

Story Published: Feb 20, 2012 at 2:05 AM PDT

Story Updated: Feb 23, 2012 at 11:07 AM PDT

Each year, movie buffs fuss over which films should be nominated for an Academy Award and which actor (or actress) will take home a beloved Oscar. However, there is an unsung hero in many of those “Best Pictures” that hardly gets any credit…the car!

Automotive expert James Bell, “drives” us through some of the best movies where the car has reached ultimate stardom in Hollywood.

This year, there are many cars that have made the coveted list. Nominees include: “Transformers: Dark of the Moon” and “Drive.” But there are quite a few which didn’t make the cut. “Cars 2” was shockingly snubbed from the Best Animated Picture list along with favorites such as “Mission Impossible 4” and “Harry Potter.”

So, instead of ogling at gorgeous gowns and updos, turn your attention to rims and wheels as James talks his predictions for The Academy Awards and the films he thinks might take home one of those cherished statues.

James Bell, Head of Consumer Affairs, General Motors
With almost 15 years of experience, James Bell is a nationally recognized and authoritative resource within the automotive industry. Prior to joining GM, James was Vice President of Corporate Communications and Executive Market Analyst for Kelley Blue Book. In this role, he was charged with promoting the KBB.com brand and driving traffic to its award-winning web site. Bell has been featured on national television news shows on CNN, Fox News, CBS, NBC, national and local talk radio, as well as within the pages of both respected newspapers and automotive trade publications.

 

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