Justin Mastine-Frost
Gear Editor Send a tip Cars, Motorcycles, ATVs, Watches—if it has gears somewhere in its inner workings, there's a good chance he has an interest in it. As Gear Editor, Justin leverages his technical background as an automotive technician and his dozen years of experience as a journalist to break down products, parts, accessories, tools, and other items in a manner more suited to a broader audience. He's also tasked with sniffing out deals and promotions in these same categories.Justin's Recent Reviews
2020 BMW X1 xDrive28i Review
Getting back behind the wheel of the BMW X1 was an interesting experience for a couple key reasons.
2018 Mazda CX-3 Pros and Cons
This stylish and fun subcompact crossover has a lot going for it, but it’s not perfect.
Justin's Recent News Posts
10 Cars That Will Make You Look Baller on a Budget
Thanks to depreciation you can enjoy some serious luxury without breaking the bank.
This Advance Auto Parts Promo Code Will Save You 25%
Want an extra 25% off your entire Advance Auto Parts order? Your promo code is here.
Playing Cops & Robbers Just Got Interesting
An S63 AMG getaway car, and a Ford Explorer Police Interceptor…. Who wins?
Auto DIY Deal—These Trim Tools Will Save You Hours of Cursing
Ever wrestle with a door panel that just won’t come off? Next time, trim tools like this will save you the headache.
Is This The Perfect Affordable Car Geek Starter Set?
Meet the budget-friendly alternative to a Hot Wheels starter kit.
How To Get This 85-Piece Craftsman Tool Set (Basically) For Free
A Craftsman tool set for ‘free’? Apparently that’s a thing…
Auto DIY Deal: Buy Two Milwaukee Cordless Tools, Get Ratchet Free
A Milwaukee tool kit like this one doesn’t come up for sale all that often.
Snow Tire Savings—Get $100 Back On Goodyear Winter Tires
Tire Rack has a cash back deal right now.
What Car Maintenance Can I Do At Home?
For the past nine years as a BMW technician I’ve heard more and more complaints about how expensive regular car maintenance is becoming.




