Remembering Ed Wallace, the Voice Who Drove Car Reviews Into North Texas Homes
News has come in that longtime FOX 4 car critic Ed Wallace has passed away, and for many people in North Texas, this feels like losing a familiar friend. Ed Wallace, who became a staple of Friday mornings on Good Day , died on Sunday at his home in Fort Worth. He was 72 years old. While the cause of death has not been made public, the impact of his life and work is being felt across the region he served for decades.
For nearly 30 years, Ed Wallace was trusted as the go-to voice on cars and trucks. Every week, viewers would tune in to hear his take on the latest models, delivered in a way that felt honest, practical, and refreshingly down to earth. Cars were reviewed not just as machines, but as tools people actually lived with, drove daily, and relied on. That approach made his segments feel personal, as if advice was being shared by a knowledgeable neighbor rather than a distant expert.
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His journalism career extended well beyond television. Ed also wrote a regular automotive column for the Fort Worth Star-Telegram , where his insight reached readers who valued thoughtful, straightforward reporting. On top of that, his voice was heard on the radio every Saturday morning on KLIF 570 through his show, Wheels with Ed Wallace . Across TV, print, and radio, a consistent message was delivered: cars should be understood clearly, without hype, and explained in plain language.
Ed retired from FOX 4 in 2022, closing a chapter that many viewers still remember vividly. Looking back at old clips, from the changing hairstyles to the evolving cars, a career filled with dedication and genuine enthusiasm is easily seen. It was clear that this was work he truly loved, and that passion never faded, even after decades on the job.
FOX 4 has shared its condolences with Ed’s family, including his wife, Judi Smith, who herself retired from the station about 13 years ago. Among coworkers and viewers alike, he was known not just as a critic, but as a colleague and friend.
Ed Wallace may no longer be on screen each Friday morning, but his legacy continues to roll on through the trust he built, the stories he told, and the countless drivers he helped guide along the way.
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