Editorial Process

Where every line of content is forged to the highest standard of automotive journalism.

The SpeedLux Promise

We have developed SpeedLux since 2009 to become a reliable place where car lovers, truckers, and bikers can enjoy their time. Having published more than 20,000 articles, we have a promise that is as easy as that: we are going to share only the most precise, detailed, and interesting automotive content, but it will never be AI.

It is our editorial process that helps to make that promise come true. Here is a backstage view of the way each article is sent to our readers.

Editorial Process

1. Vision & Core Principles

• Authority First – Every post must position SpeedLux as the go‑to source for automotive insight.
• Human‑Written, Human‑Reviewed – No AI‑generated content is allowed on SpeedLux.
• Accuracy & Transparency – All facts, figures, and claims must be verifiable.
• Readability & Engagement – Content should be clear and tailored to our audience.
• Compliance – Copyright, trademarks, and FTC disclosure rules must be respected.

2. Workflow Overview

[Idea] → [Brief] → [Research] → [Draft] → [Internal Review] → 
[Fact‑Check] → [SEO + Design] → [Final Edit] → [Publish] → 
[Promotion] → [Analytics & Archive]

Each step is a gate that must be passed before moving to the next. If a piece fails at any gate, it returns to the previous stage.

3. Key Policies & Standards

3.1 No AI‑Generated Content

• Prohibition: AI-generated content must not appear in the final article.
• Allowed Tools: AI may be used for brainstorming headlines, etc.
• Detection: Final draft passes through ZeroGPT.com before the final edit gate.

3.2 Citation & Source Policy

• Use APA style for all citations.
• Include a “Sources” section at the end of every article.
• Do not quote proprietary data without explicit permission.

3.3 Copyright & Trademarks

• All images must be royalty‑free or licensed.
• Any OEM logos require permission from the manufacturer.
• Avoid using copyrighted text fragments; paraphrase instead.

3.4 FTC & Disclosure

• Clearly label reviews that receive free or paid products.
• Add a disclaimer if the writer has a relationship with a brand.

3.5 Plagiarism Check

• Run every draft through a plagiarism checker (Copyscape or equivalent).
• Zero‑tolerance for copied content.

3.6 Accessibility Standards

• Use WCAG 2.1 AA guidelines for contrast, alt‑text, and heading structure.
• Ensure fast load times (image compression, lazy loading).

4. Continuous Improvement

• Quarterly Editorial Review – The Editorial Board reviews metrics, identifies bottlenecks, and updates the process.
• Feedback Loop – Readers can flag errors via the “Report Issue” button; all errors are logged and corrected promptly.
• Tool Audits – Every six months, a tech audit verifies that plagiarism, AI‑detection, and SEO tools remain effective.

5. Contributor Guidelines

We welcome passionate writers with a knack for automotive storytelling.

• Portfolio: At least 3 published automotive pieces.
• Style Adherence: Familiarity with the SpeedLux style guide (link provided).
• Submission Process: Write a 600–1,500-word sample; apply via our online portal.
• Compensation: Competitive rates—see our rates sheet.

Bottom Line

At SpeedLux, our editorial process is the engine that powers every article. We create the articles from scratch with close attention to detail. Until the final polish, we keep our standards at the highest levels possible. Our process is rigorous, and our content is unmistakably human. Stay with us!

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