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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

Kia driver needs oil change so bad she goes to Advance Auto Parts

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‘I work at Autozone and the times people come in with Kias with no oil surprises me’: Kia driver needs oil change so bad she goes to Advance Auto Parts

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

Braden Bjella

Mechanic issues warning after 2 Toyotas come in with the same problem

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‘That Autozone one only gonna last a year or two max’: Mechanic issues warning after 2 Toyotas come in with the same problem

Beau Paul is a freelance writer from Austin, Texas. Beau also wrote narrative and dialog for the gaming industry for several years before becoming an entertainment journalist.

Beau Paul

AutoZone mechanic shares how to change your own ignition coil when the check engine light comes on

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‘It is idling rough’: AutoZone mechanic shares how to change your ignition coil when the check engine light comes on

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.

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Driver says AutoZone now sells mac and cheese

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‘With a side of oil’: Driver says AutoZone now sells mac and cheese. Is it true?

Chad Swiatecki is a 30-year journalist who relocated to Austin, TX from his home state of Michigan in 2008. He most enjoys covering the intersection of arts, business and local/state politics. He writes regularly for Austin Monitor, and has written for Rolling Stone, Spin, New York Daily News, Texas Monthly, Austin Business Journal, Austin American-Statesman and many other regional and national outlets.

Chad Swiatecki

Auto Zone customer shows how to fix bad-smelling car vents

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‘You want to spray all up in there’: Auto Zone customer shows how to fix bad-smelling AC vents in your car for cheap

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