It is home to the annual Ten Worst Automobiles awards,[2] which are nominated and selected by the readers.
[5] Founded by Robert Farago in 2002, The Truth About Cars publicised itself as an independent voice in the automotive media, at a time when many outlets were coming under fire for their close ties with advertisers, particularly auto manufacturers.
[6] In 2012, TTAC revived the "Death Watch" series, when contributing author Mark Stevenson correctly predicted the demise of Suzuki's North American auto sales arm.
[9] After being acquired by VerticalScope, a Canadian online media firm, Farago departed, and Ed Niedermeyer became Editor-In-Chief in 2010.
A 2013 article titled "Small SUV Crashopalooza: Detroit Loses, Dykes Win"[10] resulted in a falling-out among senior contributors[11] and eventually changes in the managing staff.