Alex Laperriere
Expertise
Automotive Journalism, Formula 1, Music
- Alex has been a freelance writer since 2018.
- He founded the Alex Automotive YouTube channel, where he's reviewed cars ranging from high-end EVs to six-figure supercars.
- Having been a newsroom writer for DriveTribe, he's now also a current news writer for HotCars and Shifting Lanes.
Experience
Throughout his four years working as an automotive journalist, Alex has seen the launch of the now fastest car in the world, the SSC Tuatara, as well as writing for numerous publications about the biggest news on four wheels. When he isn't writing, you can find Alex smiling the miles away in his ND Mazda Miata RF.
Education
Alex honed in on the craft of journalism during his time at Caravel Academy, and writing for multiple publications since.
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Stories By Alex Laperriere
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The Rivian R1S and the Hummer EV SUV go head-to-head in this comparison to determine which is the right electric SUV for your family.
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A Canadian startup is betting on city dwellers realizing that they don't need a large SUV for their daily commute, nor the price tag of high-end EVs.
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The Volkswagen ID. Buzz will hit American streets in 2024. Here's everything we know so far about the reincarnated Volkswagen bus.
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The Telsa Model S and the Lucid Air are two of the most hyped electric vehicles on the market. But one is better for the average consumer.
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An electric car company that courts controversy and appeals to the choosiest consumers? It sure does sound like Tesla, doesn't it? But it's not.