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King of Cars

(Rated TV-PG, Reality TV, Starring Josh Towbin, Where to watch: A&E)
  • Is it age appropriate?

    About our ratings

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    Not age appropriate for kids under 14, age appropriate for kids over 16; suggested age 14.
  • Is it any good?

    3.0
  • Common Sense says

    Behind the scenes at a hip-hop car dealership.

Why We Rated This iffy for Ages 14–16

What to watch out for

  • Messages:

    Chop has turned his interests and talents into a successful business venture. But the show promotes materialism and features lots of expensive cars and jewelry. Salespeople are competitive and sometimes make derogatory comments about others. Racially diverse staff, but women are rare.
  • Violence:

    Not an issue.
  • Sex:

    Not an issue.
  • Language:

    Occasional "hell" or "damn."
  • Consumerism:

    Featured cars are very expensive and flashy. Chop wears giant jewelry. Dealership is Dodge, and other car brands are visible and discussed frequently.
  • Drinking, drugs, & smoking:

    Not an issue.
 

What Parents Need to Know

About King of Cars

Parents need to know that this reality show about a colorful car dealership owner has both positive and iffy messages. Teens might be encouraged to see an unusual character succeeding in business -- for those who think they need to give up things they enjoy (like hip-hop-inspired clothing or lingo) in order to own a business or make money, this show will prove that idea wrong. But that positive message is accompanied by an emphasis on expensive material items (cars, jewelry, etc.), as well as brutal competition, backstabbing, and occasional humiliation. Women in the show are peripheral players at best.

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Families Can Talk About

  • Families can talk about which values are emphasized at the dealership. What qualities does Chop value in his employees? How does he motivate them? What kind of moral code, if any, exists between the salespeople? Do you think customers are handled respectfully? Ethically? What are some positive values you see reflected in this show? Negative ones?

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