Chris Tonn

Awarded the Silver Medal for Best Heritage Motorsports Story by Automotive Heritage Foundation (2021)
Published in Hagerty, AutoGuide, Family Handyman and Jalopnik
Edits the eBay Motors Blog
Writer and reviewer for The Truth About Cars
Classic car historian with bylines at multiple sites

Experience

Chris is an award-winning automotive journalist and historian. His work has appeared in Reader's Digest, Hagerty, The Truth About Cars, AutoGuide, Family Handyman and Jalopnik, and he was awarded the Silver Medal for Best Heritage Motorsports Story by the Automotive Heritage Foundation. Chris also has two decades of experience covering the home-improvement industry.

Education

University of Phoenix

BA, Business Management

Articles

Mechanic examines vehicle undercarriage with flashlight in a garage, lying on a mat.

13 Worst Car Tips Mechanics Have Ever Heard

There are countless self-styled experts who preach some truly terrible car repair advice. Here are the worst myths we've ever heard—and the facts to follow instead.

Hands holding a disassembled car key remote, revealing internal circuitry and battery, against a plain light blue background.

How to Change the Battery in Your Car Key Fob

Like anything powered by a battery, a car key fob can die—often at the worst time. Here’s how to change the battery in your key fob quickly and safely.

RV parked along a scenic mountain road, with autumn foliage and snow-capped peaks in the background under a bright sky.

10 of the Best Travel Trailers for Road Trips

Looking to join the RV revolution but not sure where to start? This handy guide will help you find the best option for your adventures on the open road.