Derek Mau
27 articles

Derek Mau

Title: Contributing Writer
Location:
Boise, ID

Expertise

  • Topics of Expertise: Automotive, Auto Accessories, Auto Detailing, Mountain Bikes, Cycling Gear
  • Years in Expertise: 13+
  • Number of Products & Number of Hours Tested: 500+ products, 5,000+ hours

Education & Certifications

  • Education:  Bachelor of Science, San Jose State University
  • Years of Writing: 12+
  • Club/Association Memberships:  Western Automotive Journalists (WAJ)
  • Previous Publications: eBay Motors, TFLcar, TFLtruck, Autowise, Goodguys Rod & Custom Association

A Word from Derek Mau

I have covered the automotive and cycling industries for more than a decade. Prior to GearJunkie, I was the managing editor for eBay Motors and the Good Guys Rod & Custom Association, former Western Region Editor for TFLcar.com, and contributing editor for MTBR.com and RoadBikeReview.

After a lifetime as a California native, I recently sought a simpler lifestyle and relocated to Idaho for access to unobstructed and raw outdoor adventures that didn’t entail long lines and crowds.

At home or abroad, I like tinkering with cars, traveling, seeking out the best of what each region has to offer, and spending quality time with close friends.


Car cover on top of a red truck

Tokyo Auto Salon 2026

The Best Car Anti-Theft Devices and GPS Trackers of 2026

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best car seat protectors

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M/T Baja Boss A/T off roading

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Toyo RT Trail tire

Battery charger and car engine bay

Polaris RZR Pro R on a motorcross track

2022 Grand Wagoneer Interior one of the best 7-seater SUVs

The Best 2025 SUVs for Towing

Pickup truck with snow tires driving on snow

2024 polaris xpedition adv 5 northstar outfitted with roofrack, rooftop tent

2023 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X on The Mojave Road

2023 Can-Am Outlander PRO Hunting and Outlander XT 700

2023 Polaris RZR Turbo R driving on a sand dune

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2022 Land Rover Defender 110

woman in car showing her driver's license

Oldsmobile Hill Glamis California Sand Dunes

2011 jeep grand cherokee parked in a snowy forest

Jeep Gladiator Pickup Truck

2023 Kawasaki TERYX KRX4 1000 UTV Review

Rotating the Tires