About the AuthorAaron Starnes is a father, English teacher, small business owner, and award-winning automotive writer with a penchant for greasy knuckles and well-turned phrases. His work has appeared in Jalopnik, ROVA, Grassroots Motorsports, and a smattering of other travel and car publications. He once ran a car review site recognized by the Texas Auto Writers Association and now spends his days shaping young minds and old upholstery.

He lives in Texas, where he runs @aaronstarnesllc, raises his family, and still finds time to hit the road now and then.

Follow his ongoing adventures at @the_dirtoncars.