Alvin Reyes
Location
Manila, Philippines
School
Airlink International Aviation School, Philippine School Of Business Administration
Expertise
Cars/EVs, Aviation, Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS)
- Always smitten by the mechanical intricacies of modern machinery, Alvin immersed himself in 10 years of higher education before stumbling unexpectedly into the world of writing.
- As an independent contractor for automotive-based publishing, Alvin has worked with industry bigwigs like GForces and Neomam Studios.
- Alvin has a thing for tire technology and found bountiful opportunities to create tire-based articles, reviews, and SEO-based product descriptions for clients worldwide.
Experience
Alvin has over a decade of experience sharing his thoughts and expertise with car lovers and enthusiasts worldwide. His online publishing career started with a lengthy stint on Bright Hub as an automotive, aeronautics, and pet expert, while his other passion for offbeat adult humor grew during his tenure as Vindictive Vin on Public House magazine. Next, he worked for Isotree as an SEO content editor before arriving at a longstanding automotive editorial stint at Automoblog.net, Auto Vision News, and SlashGear. He also works as the marketing director of independent filmmaker Lookback Pictures.
Education
Alvin has a bachelor's degree in aviation and accountancy.
SlashGear's content hails from a group of experienced technology and automotive editors and a wide-ranging team of writers, engineers, enthusiasts, and experts across consumer tech and transportation. Our goal is to provide up-to-the-minute breaking news coverage as well as original and engaging opinion and editorial content that serves as the ultimate resource for those who want to stay up to date on the latest and greatest the industry has to offer.
Our editors, advisors, and fact-checkers conduct regular reviews to ensure the accuracy, timeliness, and completeness of our articles. Complete information on our editorial process available here.
Stories By Alvin Reyes
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Both variants of the CFMOTO 700-series motorcycles are the top-of-the-line bikes from the manufacturer, but each appeals to a different style and ride.
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The 2025 Toyota Camry is getting a revamp in a few key ways that should make the mid-size sedan attractive car buyers. Here's what we're excited about.
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Porsche has a new model year coming for the 911, and it's a hybrid, so it's going to be pretty quiet. Here's everything you need to know about it.
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Faded paint may be a bummer, but it's possible to restore your car's exterior back to its original, vibrant shine, and you don't need expensive equipment.
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Despite production ending a few years ago, it seems Dodge Vipers are still selling (in small quantities) as a final swansong for the crazy sports car.
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The incredibly low price of Toyota's Hilux Champ may be enticing. However, the bare-bones features and customizable design may not be for every driver.
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If you're planning on painting your brake calipers to add some extra flair, make sure to follow steps like these to prepare the calipers and pads for painting.
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Rough roads and big potholes can do a number on your tie rods over the years, and these are the symptoms tie rods can show when they start to fail.
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The Suzuki Equator pickup truck was a small pickup that Suzuki collaborated with Nissan to make into a reality. Here's what happened to the ill-fated truck.
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While diesel engines do produce more power per stroke than a gasoline engine, how does that affect their longevity? Which lasts longer between the two engines?
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Acura was lauded for bringing back the 'Integra' brand name in force, but as a result, one casualty was the retirement of the ILX luxury sports sedan.
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Tire pressure affects so much of the driving experience, including gas mileage, but how should you respond to how the weather changes your air levels?
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There was a time when a compact city car was a best-seller, but the Chevrolet Spark eventually fell due to shifting tides in the U.S. auto industry.
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From rally icon to tuner special, this Mitsubishi engine helped power several generations of the iconic Lancer Evolution thanks to its sturdy tunability.
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Much like spark plugs, the connecting spark plug wires also need to be replaced in similar intervals, but it really depends on the car and your driving habits.
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When a head gasket is blown, there's a variety of signs and symptoms your car can produce, but can be hard to nail down until serious damage is already done.
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The iconic Ford Model A went through multiple design generations over the course of its production. Here's how the second-gen model stood out among its peers.
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Mitsubishi is wanting to reestablish itself in America with its slick Triton pickup, but has yet to launch it in the U.S. Why is that, exactly?
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Tesla has two very popular models that are similar to each other: The Model X and the Model Y. We break down the differences between them for you.
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Whether it's the full-size CX-90 SUV, or the tossable MX-5 Miata, Mazda vehicles are made in a variety of places in Japan and outside of its home country.
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Pickup trucks are the rides of choice for millions of Americans. Here's how the Dodge Job-Rated series set the standard for the country's most popular vehicles.
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Competition among heavy-duty trucks in the U.S. helped spawn the first Ford F-Series Super Duty truck, boasting greater engine power and a longer wheelbase.
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The Chevrolet Corvette may be an American icon, but legendary status doesn't always translate to cold, hard cash. Is the Corvette a good resale proposition?
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While the 2024 Mustang GT and Mustang Dark Horse sport the same engine, it's the various extras the Dark Horse adds that make all the difference.
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You can see the Chevrolet bowtie on almost any street in America, but the cars themselves may have travelled thousands of miles to get there.
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The 2024 Mustang isn't exactly a budget-priced car, but even with that in mind, Ford seems to be charging a pretty penny for a fancy paint finish.
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Chevy's Model 490 car might not have the name recognition as Ford's Model T, but it was just as impactful at getting automobiles in the hands of customers.