Location
Baltimore, Maryland
Expertise
Automotive history, military aircraft, anything with an engine
- Alex has driven everything from forklifts to 100-year-old steam tractors to Ferraris.
- He's written and edited hundreds of articles for publications like Autoweek Magazine, Hagerty, Jalopnik, and MotorWeek.
- He has worked at nearly every stage of automotive production, from the assembly line to a brief stint selling cars at a dealership.
Experience
Alex has been writing about anything that moves since 2015 when he bought a 1985 Chrysler LeBaron and fell in love with it. He has lived in Detroit covering automotive news as it happens, driven minivans on racetracks, and once even drove a limousine during his journalistic career. Be it World War II fighter planes, the latest electric cars, or even locomotives, no matter how weird, if it has an engine, Alex is obsessed with it. During a period between writing jobs, Alex drove with a cleanup crew at a landfill.
Education
Alex Hevesy has a bachelor's degree in criminal justice from Towson University in Baltimore County, Maryland.
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Technology
By Alex Hevesy
The jet engine on the new Boeing 777x has run into myriad technical problems over the course of its development. Yet another has further delayed its rollout.
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If you look closely at the opening to your gas tank, you might notice small holes around the main one. What are these, and why are they necessary?
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The 2026 Sentra is certainly cheap, so why aren't I feeling cheerful?
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If you've ever noticed an "L" on your car's gearshift along with the other letters, here's what it means, what it does, and when you might want to use it.
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Nintendo has just announced that the price of the Switch 2 would be going up soon. The company might need to sweeten the deal to encourage upgrades.
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V8 engines may not be as popular as they were in previous decades, but that's not stopping General Motors from plunking down a lot of cash on its next one.
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Lexus has a brand-new electric SUV coming that could be a very compelling offering, but it will have to face some hurdles if it will be successful.
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Jeep Wave provides owners with roadside assistance and routine maintenance like oil changes. However, it will no longer be available for 2026 models or later.
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The U.S. Navy's inventory of nuclear submarines is getting ready to expand with an upcoming all-new class of vessels. Here's what we know about them.
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Hand Tools
By Alex Hevesy
A roadside mishap, a big idea, and a brand that became synonymous with multitools — explore the story behind one of America’s most trusted toolmakers.
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Spanning more than 50,000 acres, Kirtland Air Force Base is one of the larger U.S. bases by size. However, it might not house the aircraft you'd expect.
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To tow 15,000 lb or more, you’re firmly in heavy-duty pickup territory, and few trucks currently available in the U.S. hit the mark.
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Ford might not be a name one associates with high-performance EVs, but the automaker's latest drag-racing EV is now the quickest one in the world.
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Technology
By Alex Hevesy
It's taken a while, but flying taxis may have taken another step toward becoming reality with this successful test flight over New York City.
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Nissan's crossover leans into unexpected luxury, particularly in top-spec Platinum trim.
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The HH-60W may look like a Black Hawk, but key Air Force upgrades reveal how the platform was reshaped for a very different mission and role in combat.
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The Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider is the newest stealth bomber to join the U.S. Air Force. There are a few advantages to its relatively small size.
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In the 1970s, the Blue Angels swapped from the F-4 Phantom to the A-4 Skyhawk, a comparatively slower plane. However, the reasons why make a lot of sense.
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These historic World War II bombers haven't been in service for decades, and there are only three left. One of them is being restored and put on display.
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Motorcycles
By Alex Hevesy
Cars and motorcycles have more differences than just the number of wheels they've got. This can clearly be seen in the types of engines they both typically use.
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Technology
By Alex Hevesy
Baby food can get pretty pricey, which is a shame since it's just regular food turned into mush. Can this baby food maker save you some money at the grocery?
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Motorcycles
By Alex Hevesy
Harley-Davidson is known for manufacturing big bikes and big engines alike, but what is the largest stock engine that the company offers in 2026?
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Using a twin-turbo or a twin-charged engine setup can increase performance, but these two terms aren't interchangeable — even if the results are similar.
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Kia intends to break into the American pickup truck market by offering one with a powertrain currently unavailable from any of the major players.
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Two seats, a six-speed manual, and a naturally-aspirated boxer engine. What's not to love? Well, the price tag, maybe.
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If you were afraid Nissan would reboot the xTerra as yet another crossover, we've got good news.
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If you are a frequent flyer, you may've seen these giant red strips hanging from various parts of aircraft. They serve a critical role in keeping flights safe.
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