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Ron King

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Oklahoma
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Covers:  Cars, trucks, motorcycles, tools, outdoors, off-grid, RV life, solar, tech.
Doesn't Cover: Fashion

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Ron King’s Biography

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Ron's lifelong obsession with all things mechanical led to 36 years in the aerospace industry, where he worked to build parts for commercial airliners, business jets, military aircraft, the space shuttle, and the International Space Station. This long career culminated with a 14-year stint as a technical skills trainer, where he found a passion for teaching that ultimately led to the discovery of freelance writing. Ron's wide range of interests resulted in published articles covering topics suc…

Ron King’s Journalist Portfolio

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What Is A Half-Ton Truck And How Much Can It Tow? - SlashGear

What Is A Half-Ton Truck And How Much Can It Tow? - SlashGear

What does it mean when a vehicle is considered a half-ton truck? What does that mean for total capacity and h…

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Common Problems With The Ford F-250 (According To Owners) - SlashGear

Common Problems With The Ford F-250 (According To Owners) - SlashGear

The Ford F-250 has a long history, but there are some model years that don't have the best reputation accordi…

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Is The 2026 Jeep Roadster Real? - SlashGear

Is The 2026 Jeep Roadster Real? - SlashGear

A video proposing a new open-air Jeep Roadster is quickly making the rounds, but is it real or a fan creation…

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Porsche's 6-Stroke Engine: All The Game-Changing Details From The Patent - SlashGear

Porsche's 6-Stroke Engine: All The Game-Changing Details From The Patent - SlashGear

Porsche recently received a patent for a six-stroke engine. Here are all the details, including what makes a …

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Kawasaki V-Twin Engines: Which F-Series Model Has The Most Horsepower? - SlashGear

Kawasaki V-Twin Engines: Which F-Series Model Has The Most Horsepower? - SlashGear

Kawasaki F-Series V-Twin engines are some of the most powerful engines to roll out of the company's factories…

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How Much HP Does The 2025 Ford Ranger Raptor Have & How Much Can It Tow? - SlashGear

How Much HP Does The 2025 Ford Ranger Raptor Have & How Much Can It Tow? - SlashGear

The Ford Ranger Raptor might be smaller than the Ford Raptor, but it's still a pretty powerful pickup in term…

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5 Wheel Bearing Myths You Shouldn't Believe Original

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By Ron King
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Practically everything with tires that's designed to travel on the road utilizes wheel bearings to keep things rolling smoothly. This includes semi-trucks, motorhomes, pickups, cars, vans, and motorcycles. In  addition, trailers, like those used for campers, livestock, boats, and other types of equipment, also have wheel bearings. Wheel bearings typically require minimal maintenance and often last the lifetime of the vehicle they serve without their owners giving them a second thought.
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The 2027 Ford Super Duty Lineup Will Have New Standard Gas & Diesel Engines Original

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By Ron King
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Ford announced some big changes for 2026, including a revamped EV strategy which cancels some of the automaker's upcoming projects altogether and provides a renewed focus on hybrid vehicles while retaining its gas and diesel fueled options. A glimpse into 2027 reveals a similar approach by streamlining its options, at least for the Ford Super Duty engine lineup.
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4 Tools At Lowe's With Deep Discounts In June 2026 Original

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By Ron King
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If there's an avid DIYer who doesn't love a good tool sale, they are few and far between. Many of us are always on the lookout for a chance to score new tools or replace those that are getting old. Getting them at a discount feels like a win-win regardless of whether you're buying tools for yourself or someone else. At Lowe's, you can choose from one of the tool brands it owns, brands with which it has exclusive relationships, or some well-known options that can also be found at other retailers.
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What was your first job as a journalist?

Freelance writing through Verblio

Have you ever used a typewriter?

It's been a long time.

How is social media changing news?

Too many people think they're experts so it's tough to find factual information.
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