Michael Bruton
School
Buffalo State College
Expertise
Automotive, Gaming, Gadgets & Technology
- Michael has reviewed gear and equipment for major brands such as Bob Vila, Harvest Right, and Wise Foods.
- He called upon his extensive automotive knowledge when writing pieces like "10 Of The Coolest Classic Muscle Cars With Big Block Engines" and "7 Cheap Vintage Trucks To Consider For Your Next Resto-Mod Project."
- His first SlashGear piece educated consumers on the dangers of purchasing unnecessary accessories when buying their first cameras.
Experience
Michael has been working as a professional writer for over five years, creating gear reviews, instructionals, novels, and scripts for interactive storytelling apps. Growing up, Mike enjoyed working on the family's 1972 Chevrolet Nova, riding motorcycles, and diving into the latest gear from the automotive, gaming, and technology worlds.
Education
Michael holds a bachelor's degree in history from SUNY Buffalo.
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Stories By Michael Bruton
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Humanity has come far in the last few hundred years - extremely far. Here are six scientific achievements that we once thought to be impossible.
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Cruisers and sports bikes may seem like they live on opposite ends of the motorcycle landscape, but some models are trying to bridge the gap between them.
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Motorcycle gear can get expensive, but it's hard to argue with high pricing when safety is on the line. Here are 10 jackets you can find for less than $500.
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The Jet Age began in 1939 and paved the way for jet turbine engines and commercial aircraft that forever changed the world. Here's the story.
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Years ago, the two-stroke had its time in the sun before disappearing from motocross. Here's the story of why these engines aren't around much anymore.
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Khalkhin Gol happened months before World War II started, but this tank battle had huge ramifications for the war. Here are some of its most important tanks.
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Harley-Davidson is one of the most recognizable brands in the world. Here are ten little-known facts about these iconic motorcycles.
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MiG Alley was an area Korean airspace where some of the first jet-on-jet dogfighting in history happened. Here are some of important jets of the Korean War.
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The golden age of American muscle may be over, and the Pontiac brand may be defunct, but for a few decades it put some real oomph under the hood of its cars.
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From its 1970s debut to 2001, SlashGear ranked every generation of Honda Prelude, exploring the evolution of this tuner favorite in design, power, and legacy.
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The Battle of the Bulge was one of the most important military operations of World War II, and it was host to a wide variety of both German and Allied tanks.
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Discover the legacy of V8 engines in hot rodding, and explore the differences in the Ford 203 and Chevy 305 based on performance, upgrades, and popularity.
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Private jets reduce the hassle of travel, getting you from the airport to the air far faster than commercial flights. But which ones are faster in the air?
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The K-Series represents one of the most beloved series of Honda engines ever, and from a features standpoint had a little something for everybody.
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Resto-modding is all the rage, but you have to start with the right truck. These models strike the right balance between kitsch appeal and practicality.
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Muscle cars remain an iconic part of American automotive history, and those with true big block engines are some of the coolest cars collectors can find.
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Devoted fans of Ford have most likely heard of Roush Mustangs, but there is a lot of history that you may not know about these high horsepower custom builds.
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When you pick up a new camera, you might be tempted to drop a lot of money on gear. However, there are plenty of pieces of kit that you can safely skip.