Justin Owen
School
Tulsa Technology Center, Tulsa Community College, Oklahoma State University
Expertise
Automotive Repair, Automotive History, Technology And Engineering Research
- With a lifelong obsession for all things mechanical, Justin has performed repairs on airport baggage tugs, Indian-made tuk-tuks, classic Studebakers, and everything in-between.
- Justin's automotive writing ranges from practical ("Fuel Injection Vs Carburetor: The Biggest Pros And Cons") to fascinating ("Inside The Bizarre World Of Bosozoku Cars").
- He's also published a variety stories on aviation, including one piece that explored the fearsome history of the McDonnell Douglas F-15 Eagle.
Experience
Justin's automotive experience began with wrenching on his first motorcycle as a teenager, which prompted him to enroll in technical school to learn how to do it professionally. He spent many years in the automotive field with stints managing dealer accessory sales, a used car service center, and a multi-line motor scooter dealer. While honing those skills in the workforce and later furthering his secondary education, writing became another talent that would merge his mechanical knowledge and passion into another profession. After landing various freelance jobs and a short stint writing for HotCars, Justin found a place at Static Media contributing to SlashGear, writing primarily on automotive topics with the occasional foray into the world of technology and computers.
Education
Justin graduated from Tulsa Technology Center studying auto service technology before studying accounting and business at Tulsa Community College and Oklahoma State University-Tulsa.
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.
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Stories By Justin Owen
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The mini-truck enjoyed an era of iconic status in the United States, and these models have stood the test of time to become true legends.
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For better or worse, many features on classic and antique cars are no longer seen on modern vehicles. Here are 10 old car features you can't find on new cars.
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Electric vehicles have fewer moving parts than those with internal combustion engines, but that doesn't mean owners are off the hook for repairs or maintenance.
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Ford SVT produced some of the most memorable cars and trucks of the latter 20th Century, with versatility for the road and the track.
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Riding a motorcycle is an exhilarating experience as well as a fun form of transportation. Here are important tips every new motorcycle rider should know.
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The Forcite MK1S smart motorcycle helmet combines rider safety, LED light signal notifications, and both video and audio capture. But is it worth the price?
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The Airstream isn't the only epic retro RV camper on the market. Take a peek at a variety of other top-notch examples made by RV brands both big and small.
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The mighty pickup truck is every bit an icon of hard work as it is style and status. Here are the best pickup trucks from every major brand.
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Porsche has produced high-end performance vehicles throughout its existence, but these concept cars could have really blown the track away.
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The Kodak FLIK HD10 is an Android TV projector made to deliver smart TV streaming content for a surprisingly low price -- but does it cut too many corners?
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There are dozens of ISP options throughout the United States. Here are the major internet service providers in the U.S. ranked worst to best.
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Defining a sports car in the modern age is not as straightforward as it may seem. Here are our top picks for the best sports car from every major brand.
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Owning and driving classic cars is a hobby for which many of us have a strong passion. But these 10 classic European cars are just a total waste of money.
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Whether you are looking at a 911 Turbo from the showroom or a classic air-cooled model, here are the things you should know about Porsches before buying one.
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No auto manufacturer has a reputation for speed, extravagance, and luxury quite like Lamborghini. Here are 10 of the coolest Lamborghini concept cars ever made.
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Car batteries are very robust, lasting for years on average, but any interruption can lead to frustration. Here are eight reasons your battery keeps dying.
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The dependability of American cars has, at times, been questionable. Here is a ranking of the 10 American muscle cars with the most reliable engines.
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More foreign car models become eligible for unrestricted importation in the United States every year. Here are the best cars you can finally import in 2023.
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During the first half of the 20th century, the name Indian was synonymous with American motorcycles. Here are classic Indian motorcycles you can find cheap.
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Planes revolutionized warfare in the 20th Century, and these fighter jets represent the best in military innovation during their time.
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Japanese cars are known to be reliable and long-lasting -- but these models built for the Japanese Domestic Market aren't worth the import cost.
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Modern military crafts can approach hostile territory from both land and sea. These are the 10 most impressive amphibious military vehicles of all time.
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Changing your own brake pads can save you a decent amount of money while also providing a new skill that will be useful for years to come.
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It's been many years since Tesla was the only electric vehicle game in town. Here are some cheaper electric cars that are much more interesting than Teslas.
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Tanks have revolutionized warfare over the past century, and nowadays represent the pinnacle of technology and prowess on the battlefied.
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The internal combustion engine has evolved significantly since its introduction in the 19th Century -- and these models represent that progress.
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The history of automatic shifting motorcycles can be traced to the late '70s. These are the 11 best automatic transmission motorcycles you can buy right now.