A Brief Note from Your Friendly Staff Writer

[William Maley]

Hi there! I'll admit writing this feels somewhat awkward as I really don't like talking about myself. Most of the time, I'm churning out news stories and reviews for various places. But this is somewhat important.

Next week, I'll be starting a new job with JATO Dynamics as a Specifications Researcher. Basically, I'll be digging into the various information about features, options, and other information on new vehicles. This may seem somewhat odd to be moving from a writing position to doing a bit of research, but it actually uses a lot of the skills and knowledge that I have gathered from being a freelancer. Also, I've been feeling slightly burnt out in terms of the writing. I've noticed that it has been taking me slightly longer to get various pieces out, along with doing anything that is sort of creative and not sounding like a MadLibs.

Now for the big question, what does this mean for Cheers & Gears? For now, I'll be taking a bit of a break from writing. I won't be giving up the ghost, but not doing a constant stream of news that I have been able to do since going freelance full time since 2012. I'll still be getting various news pieces, along with reviews and the odd opinion piece up. But I hope this break allows me to recharge and get back on writing somewhat more consistent and creative.

I just want to say thanks to you, the members and readers of Cheers & Gears for somehow being able to put up with my writing for quite some time. It has been fun and something I enjoy, even when the thread somehow goes off the rails.

[Drew Dowdell]

Thank you for all the time you've put in here over the years. We all appreciate it.

[Robert Hall]

That sounds like a fun job. Thanks for all the articles and reviews you've contributed here over the years.

[Cmicasa the Great]

At one time I tried to live up to your contribution.. but it was too hard.. and only lasted a few articles?. Thanks for your dedication. And Good Luck with this new endeavor

[A Horse With No Name]

Thanks and good luck!

[G. David Felt]

@William Maley Thank you for all you did here, it was a pleasure of enjoyment to read your postings. Best of luck for the new position. Look forward to an update on how the new job goes. 

Keep Fighting ? to achieve your dreams and desires and you will win!

[ocnblu]

Oh man, good luck to you and I hope you enjoy your new position. 

[oldshurst442]

Thank-you for enduring me when I got off the rails.

Thank-you for creating interesting reads about the automobile. I got most of the new car information through your research and writing. I appreciated you and this site for keeping me informed.

Good luck in your new endeavors. 

[riviera74]

Have fun at the new workplace.  And Thanks for everything you have done here.

[Suaviloquent]

Very good sir very good. And here comes the next chapter.

[daves87rs]

Very cool...and congrats!!! And thank you for all you have done.....

[ykX]

Thank you for all your contributions and good luck!

[NINETY EIGHT REGENCY]

Best wishes and good luck.  Congrats in your new position. I am sure you will find it rewarding. 

[regfootball]

congrats on the new work, and also thanks for all the great C&G articles, they're always first class!

[trinacriabob]

Good luck on your new position.  I hope you find it rewarding and enjoyable.

Your articles are always informative, nicely laid out, and have a smooth flow about them ... just like an excellent car should be!