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Amber DaSilva
amber-dasilva
Staff Writer at Jalopnik. Sucker for big adventurous motorcycles and tiny sporty cars. It doesn't make much sense to her, either.

Different strokes for different folks — I’d wager you’ve found yourself where a lot of people do who ride and have wanderlust... and then find life just doesn’t support doing much of it in its current iteration. Because I still do have that pull to get out there and am hitting a stage in life that actually makes it Read more

This article genuinely made my day. I’m definitely going to buy this book. Read more

Well, I think I have a new favorite Jalopnik article. ♥ I have no notes, this is perfection. It’s a shame we all live thousands of miles from each other, a Jalopnik/Autopian/Motor1 trans crossover would be EPIC! Read more

This was such a great article - I can’t remember one that moved me in such a quiet way - no heavy revving, no exhaust note. I want to believe the world will change for the better, one person and vehicle at a time. Read more

Welcome to a whole new life, Amber! Here’s to life only getting grander from here. You rock, girl! <3 Read more

We support you, and Kia will probably forgive your procrastination. ;) Read more

I had noticed a new name in your articles. Keep up the great work we’ve come to know!

The pleasure is all ours! Happy for you that your in a comfortable space to write this and feel comfortable enough with us to share this. Read more

I was gleefully grinning when my eyes landed on who wrote the article. Immediate recognition for the momentous change, and full-throated support and love for being your best possible you. Looking forward to even more awesome from you, Amber!
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Beautifully written, and lovely to meet you, Amber! Read more

Thank you for sharing and trusting your readership enough to do so. I’m sure you’re going through a lot of emotions after publishing this story. Remember, they’re all valid. I’m sure I speak for many others when I say, “We support you.” Read more

Rock on Amber, thanks for being you Read more