 The development of catalytic Friedel-Crafts alkylations using Benzyl-Dash, Propagyl and Allyl alcohols or styrenes as substrates has gained attention over the last decade, with low catalyst loadings needed to produce a wide range of products. This approach is considered more environmentally friendly than classical Friedel-Crafts conditions that use toxic Benzyl halides. The review also highlights the first diastereoselective and enantioselective Friedel-Crafts type alkylations. This article was authored by Magnus Ruping and Boris J. Naksheim.