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Allyson Waller is a graduate of the University of Texas at Austin and has written for other publications such as the New York Times and the Miami Herald. Outside of the journalism world, some of her joys include delving into book recommendations from TikTok, listening to pop culture podcasts, and playing with her dog, Theo.

Allyson Waller

Woman talking(l+r), Enterprise storefront(c)

‘As a former Enterprise employee… don’t do it!’: Car salesperson shares what type of car you need avoid when car shopping

Braden Bjella is a culture writer. His work can be found in Mixmag, Electronic Beats, Schon! magazine, and more.

Braden Bjella

Car dealership expert shares how salespeople eavesdrop on customers, how to use it to your advantage

‘Whenever they excuse themselves…’: Car dealership expert shares how salespeople eavesdrop on customers, how to use it to your advantage

Parks Kugle is a writer and reporter based in San Antonio. His work has appeared in Lumina Literary Journal, Wicked Local Newspapers, and various publications across the U.S. He enjoys comics and gardening.

Parks Kugle

Mechanics explain the 5 most common issues with Hyundais

‘Not a good thing when they all agree’: Mechanics explain the 5 most common issues with Hyundais

Eric Webb is a native Texan and national award-winning pop culture critic, arts &amp; entertainment journalist, and editor.

Eric Webb

Honda sign(l), Woman talking(c), Hand holding keys(r)

‘I would be CRYING if this was my customer’: Woman takes car to Honda dealership for maintenance. Things don’t go well

Kahron Spearman is a journalist, copywriter, and host of “Discovery with Kahron Spearman” on KAZI 88.7.

Kahron Spearman

CarMax sign(l), Man talking(c), Repoed car(r)

‘It’s still got drinks in it’: Car dealer shows all the cars from CarMax that got repo’d, says it’s a ‘negative sign’

Natasha Dubash is a freelance writer and editor based in Los Angeles. She loves reporting on entertainment, television, and pop culture.

Natasha Dubash

‘They do this all the time’: Expedia customer issues warning after getting ‘scammed’ by a ‘fake’ company (updated)

‘The best car I owned’: Mechanics weigh-in on the age-old Honda Accord vs. Toyota Camry debate

Rachel Kiley is a writer who sometimes writes things and sometimes is based in L.A., but is definitely always on Twitter @rachelkiley.

Rachel Kiley

‘I don’t understand why anybody would’: Car-buying expert warns against buying brand-new Tesla, shares how to get one for ‘half the price’

Stacy Fernández is a freelance writer, project manager and communications specialist. She’s worked at The Texas Tribune, The Dallas Morning News and run social for The Education Trust New York. Her favorite hobby is finding hidden gems at the thrift store, she loves a good audio book and is a chocolate enthusiast.

Stacy Fernandez

Man talking(l), Kia sign(c), Man smiling(r)

‘On my third Kia’: Mechanics reveal the most common problems they see with Kia cars

‘First of all let me tell you some that are not good’: Expert reveals the best used SUV you can buy today

Alexandra Samuels is a national political reporter and contributor to the Daily Dot, where she started as an intern covering politics in the summer of 2016. She enjoys all things Marvel, keeping up with the latest TikTok trends, long walks with her pup, and reading murder-mystery novels.

Alexandra Samuels

Black man claims racism prevented him from renting a luxury car from Enterprise

‘I don’t see what’s the problem with giving me the INFINITI’: Enterprise customer claims workers blocked luxury car reservation

The 'Kia Boys' stole one dad's car. His daughter got it back, but not in one piece

‘I was shocked’: The ‘Kia Boys’ stole a dad’s Forte S. His daughter got it back—but at a price

Mechanic reveals what used cars to buy with $10,000

‘No. 3 would be a Toyota Corolla’: Mechanic reveals what used cars to buy under $10,000

Mechanic reveals a 'common' issue with 'newer' Hondas

‘I have 2 Hondas’: Mechanic reveals a ‘common’ issue with ‘newer’ Hondas

Mechanic reveals which car won't make it to 100K miles

Cars