Frankie Cruz

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Location
Hazleton, Pennsylvania
School
Pennsylvania State University
Expertise
DIY mechanic work, Car buying and selling, Unique GM vehicles
  • Frankie's many years of experience as an automotive journalist has made him an expert in all things cars, from brand new models to old school vehicles and the complex history of the industry.
  • He's had the privilege of owning some fascinating automobiles, including a 2008 Saab 9-3 Turbo X SportCombi and 2018 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 1LE, which he once piloted at Pocono Raceway.
  • His trials and tribulations as a writer, buyer, seller, aspiring track rat, and DIY mechanic have taught him a lot over the past 15 years.

Experience

Frankie is a seasoned journalist that has been writing about the automotive industry for over a decade. In addition to his work at Jalopnik, he also writes for GM Authority and Cadillac Society. He enjoys researching and writing about which vehicles might be best for certain buyers. Like most car junkies, he has at least one neglected project.

Education

Frankie has a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in English from the Pennsylvania State University.

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