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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

Woman Sharing Experience on Tiktok(l) Audi Dealer Sign(c) Truck Button(r)

‘$1,800 worth of damage’: Woman issues warning for drivers who have button to close trunk of car

Mustafa Gatollari has been an internet culture writer for over a decade. He has a passion for connecting what’s trending on social media to solid research—helping to separate clout-chasing claims from facts.

Mustafa Gatollari

Nissan Sign(l), Woman talking(c), Price is right logo(r)

‘I don’t know what’s best for me’: Woman wins a Nissan Sentra on ‘The Price Is Right.’ Then she gets a call from the dealership

Phil West is a veteran professional writer and editor, and his works include two nonfiction books and articles in myriad print and online publications.

Phil West

Woman talking(l), Mazda sign(c), Woman by car(r)

‘Only when you’re in Apple CarPlay’: Woman compares her Mazda to a BMW. Here are 5 reasons why

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

Braden Bjella

Magnetic Field device from Temu(l) person holding phone with Temu App open and credit card(c) Woman driving a car(r)

‘Temu done got my mama again’: Woman can’t believe what car product her mom bought from Temu for $2.99

Audi Logo on building(l) Woman inside car explaining about car leases(c) Hand hold car key in exchange for American Money(r)

‘Buy a Honda/Toyota… lease the luxury’: Audi driver shares why leasing a car is better than buying. Viewers aren’t so sure

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‘My jaw dropped’: Mechanic checks used Honda Accord during pre-purchase inspection. He can’t believe what he discovers

Man holding Phone(l) Mercedes dealer sign(c) Woman wearing light blue shirt(r)

‘This is why you NEVER buy a cheap Mercedes….’: Dealership sells woman Mercedes with faulty engine. They refuse to take it back

Ljeonida is a reporter and writer with a degree in journalism and communications from the University of Tirana in her native Albania. She has a particular interest in all things digital marketing; she considers herself a copywriter, content producer, SEO specialist, and passionate marketer. Ljeonida is based in Tbilisi, Georgia.

Ljeonida Mulabazi

three panel design with one showing a brake pad, two showing a woman with text reading "I decide I can do it cheaper", and the final panel showing car tools from above

‘BMW wanted $3,800’: Woman quoted $1,200 by mechanic for brakes on her Toyota. She does something unexpected instead

three panel design with a close up of a Camry car grill, the middle is of a close up of someone inspecting their car with text reading "Toyota owners do you guys do this as well because its satisfying?, the final panel is of a woman who seems very satisfied.

‘I love to hear the clicking sound’: Toyota drivers are fastening their cars. Here’s the real reason this is a good idea

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

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‘They trynna charge me $75 to change my cabin filter’: Expert shows how to tell when it’s time to change your car’s air filters

three panel design with one showing a persons hand on a steering wheel, the middle panel is a woman with a big smile and her hands pointing at the camera, the final panel is a close up of a Honda grill.

‘We’re not taking in cars for that recall’: Woman’s 2-month-old 2025 Honda Civic got recalled. She says dealership has no idea how to handle it

Tangie Mitchell is a creative writer, journalist, and editor based in New York. Her interests include pop culture and entertainment, poetry, and morning cups of herbal tea.

Tangie Mitchell

Chevy Dealer Sign(l) Chevy Customer(c) Chevy Silverado 2024(r)

‘I’m holding back tears right now’: Charlotte woman calls out Chevrolet dealership—and can’t believe what her monthly payment came out to

Mazda Dealer Sign(l) Most Reliable Car brands as rated by a TikToker(c) BMW Car Dealer Sign

‘She’s quick. She’s sporty’: Expert shows the 3 ‘uncommon’ cars you may not expect are actually this reliable

Vladimir Supica is a Serbia-based freelance writer. He enjoys traveling through Europe, reading non-fiction books, and playing with his dog Max.

Vladimir Supica

Dealer Keys(l) Lemon Law and Gavel(c) Car Dealer Salesman(r)

‘Dealerships are legally allowed to sell you lemons’: Dealership worker admits to trying to sell customer a lemon

Two panel image: on the left we see a front view of a red Mazda Cx-90. On the right we see the hands of a person taking money out of a wallet.

‘At least you can save a lot of money and have no trade value later’: Drivers are raving about the Mazda CX-90 as a ‘hidden gem.’ But not everyone is on board 

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