Alan Bradley is an experienced tech writer and journalist, and has been covering the auto industry in a freelance capacity for more than a decade. He’s brand agnostic, owning cars from manufacturers both foreign and domestic, and currently owns an EV (a Nissan Leaf). Alan is a huge proponent of sustainability and carbon neutral manufacturing, and is a massive fan of Formula One and Formula E. He received his Bachelors of English Literature from the University of Buffalo at Amherst.

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Should You Buy a Former Rental Car? Unveiling the Pros and Cons

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Thinking of selling your car to a private individual rather than trading your vehicle in or selling outright to a dealership? We break down how to get the most value for your vehicle.

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Learn what to look out for if you're in the market for a used 4x4 pickup truck or SUV right here!

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How to Tell if a Used Sports Car was Driven Hard or Raced

Does a used sports car or exotic you're looking at have a racing history? If you suspect some track time or general shenanigans are in its past, we break down what to keep an eye out for right here.

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