Surfing The Channel

Archive for July, 2011

Television has become a huge part of the world culture and many fads, phases and phenomenons have been sparked all by one television show. Producers and creators of television shows have come up with so many different types of shows ranging from reality shows, dating shows, dramas, comedies and even how tos. One trend that has been very popular with television shows is focusing the show around cars.

Cars have been a popular subject of television shows because most people like cars, they enjoy them and there are so many different angles that a producer or director can choose to utilize. Many of the tv shows featuring automobiles have been huge hits, so here are just a few.

First is Pimp My Ride, where the host, Xzibit, would take over a persons run down, old car and give it to West Coast Customs to customize and “pimp” out the car. Some of the features they would include in the cars are television screens, a milkshake maker, custom stereo systems, new interior and even a bowling ball washer. The outside of the car usually featured some crazy paint job and brand new wheels and tires. This television show sparked a lot of interest in the customizing of cars and customizers saw an increase in rims for sale.

Another great television show that featured a very popular and well-liked car is Herbie. The show only ran for 5 seasons but it sparked 6 movies and the car is one of the most recognizable and iconic cars. Herbie was a white Volkswagen Beetle Bug with blue and red racing stripes and he was able to drive himself and usually triumphed through difficult situations.

Television has become one of the most influential pieces of pop culture and has spurred many trends. One of the greatest trends in television is the use of cars as the main character or main feature of a show. There have been all different types of shows revolving around cars and there will be more to come.