Shane Schmid
Location
The Shoals, Alabama
School
Regis University, Universal Class
Expertise
High-Performance Vehicles, PC Gaming, Audio/Video
- Shane has written hundreds of articles about new automobiles, from sport coupes and electric sedans to high-output diesel trucks, detailing innovative new technology.
- He has a passion for gaming and has been working as a list writer for a popular gaming site, where his articles have ranked among the top in weekly views covering Indie to AAA titles.
- As a five-star author on a prominent writing platform, Shane has had the opportunity to cover various topics, including new technology in audio, video, applications, and gaming peripherals.
Experience
Shane started his writing career as a freelance content writer in 2020 and has worked as a ghostwriter, blogger, and list writer, where his work has been published on many different sites. His previous background was in information technology, where he enjoyed creating how-to guides for troubleshooting common system and application issues. Shane discovered his desire to become a writer while getting his bachelor's degree in science, which required many essays and research assignments.
Education
Shane has a bachelor's degree in applied psychology and a Technical Writing Certificate from Universal Class.
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Stories By Shane Schmid
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While it's being discontinued in favor of a hybrid approach from Jeep, the 3-liter EcoDiesel V6 engine is a potent, lightweight, and efficient powertrain.
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Saab, more well-known in America for making cars, got its start making jets for Sweden's military. The first was the J21R, recycled from a propeller plane.
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Microsoft Excel is one of the most popular pieces of productivity software ever created, but a lot of users still make these basic mistakes with it.
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The Triumph brand is synonymous with British motorcycle culture, but does Triumph make bikes in the U.K. anymore? Who owns the company? Here's the inside story.
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BMW is better known for making cars today, but it got its start making aircraft engines and, later, motorcycles that saw a lot of use during WW2.
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If you're looking into buying a motorcycle, you might be wondering how two of the most prominent Japanese manufacturers size up against each other.
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The Honda Civic is synonymous with a solid car for a good value, and it has been that way for over 50 years. Here's what the original Civic was like.
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The Soviet T-72 tanks were launched in 1973 and are still used by the Russian Army today. Here's everything you need to know about these battle tanks.
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The Ford Fiesta came to life amidst the oil shortages of the 1970s and did well for most of its early life, only to see sales slump decades later.
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Wondering whose iconic locks make an appearance after a powerful sledgehammer blow in the new Kawsaki Side x Side commercial for the 2024 Super Bowl?
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A truck's bed can easily be damaged by the stuff you put in it. A bed liner is the best way to avoid that, but there are multiple kinds. Which is right for you?
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Changing motorcycle tires yourself can save you a lot of money in the long run, but is it worth trading that for the purchase price of a tire changer?
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Honda's Gold Wing is a seminal motorcycle from the 1970s, but just what was it about the bike that made it so beloved nearly 50 years later?
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If you're thinking of purchasing an Xbox, you might consider grabbing one used or refurbished, but are the savings good enough to make it worth it?
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Chevrolet's 6.6L Duramax Diesel is a heavy-duty powerhouse. Here's all the info you need to know, from when it was first built to all those big numbers.
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If your Apple Watch is showing a red lightning bolt, it could mean one of a number of issues. We've got some tips for getting your Watch back to normal.
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Ford's 3.0L EcoBoost engine that powers the 2024 Bronco Raptor might not be a V8, but its twin turbochargers might give it enough power that you won't notice.
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While most tanks are built to be big and unstoppable, there is demand for smaller, more agile ones like the French AMX-13 light tank. Let's look at the details.
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A wood router is a great tool to have, but there are multiple kinds suited for different tasks. Which do you need for your next woodworking project?