The Gearhead's Guide To Reddit

"Andrew Seifert" (andrewseifert)
03/08/2014 at 12:36 • Filed to: Reddit

Reddit is one of the Internet's most popular imageboards. Founded in 2005, the site now boasts more than 5 million users. Reddit is divided into sections called "Subreddits". There are several major subs that comprise a majority of the site traffic, but there's also plenty of fascinating smaller subs with a more specific focus.

Reddit has a very strong gearhead presence. In fact, many of the stories on Jalopnik have originated from Reddit posts. I'm aware that some Jalops already browse Reddit on a regular basis, but I'd like to introduce some of the interesting/popular automotive subreddits.

Pro Tip: To see the best content in each sub, click "Top" in the toolbar below the URL. This shows you the top-rated posts. You can further sort by "All Time" to get the very best.

!!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! – This sub is based around all the crazy shit that rolls into mechanic bays every day. You'll see everything from exploded transmissions to hilariously bad body shop work and everything in between. It's easily one of the most popular automotive-related subreddits and one of my favorites.

!!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! – This sub focuses on the world of automotive retail. It's a good place to find information on rebates, procedures and any questions related to buying a car. It's a small sub but there's several dedicated users that do a great job of answering questions.

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!!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! – A fairly wide focus, you'll find a little of everything here. The content is not as specific as the other subs, but it's still a fun place to hang out.

!!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! - Here Redditors post photos of rare cars found in the wild. Not a ton of activity but plenty of good stuff like Ferraris, McLarens and the occasional Bugatti. I check it every week and usually find interesting cars.

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Specific carmaker subs – There's many subs devoted to specific carmakers out there. Two of my favorites are !!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! and !!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! , but there's others like !!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! and !!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! .

!!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! – Here you can indulge your bi-polar tendencies and get motivated by looking at before & after photos. Lots of helpful tips as well.

!!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! – This is like !!!error: Indecipherable SUB-paragraph formatting!!! for cars. Warning : You may get the sudden urge to bang your head against the nearest wall after seeing some of the posts here.

DISCUSSION (2)

Loping Camshaft > Andrew Seifert
03/08/2014 at 15:28

Don't forget /r/cars , which as far as I know, is the most active general car related sub.

Also check the sidebars on most of those for other related subs.

A few others (some more active than others):

cabarne4 > Andrew Seifert
03/11/2014 at 13:03

To be honest, I've successfully completely avoided Reddit.

I'm sure it's a great website, but I enjoy having a social life... and I'm pretty sure, if I began to browse Reddit, I'd pretty much be stuck to my computer every hour of my free time. As is, I spend a LOT of time on Jalopnik, and a couple forums.