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Rest in Peace: TTAC's Glenn Swanson

Rest in Peace: TTAC's Glenn Swanson

Photo: bikertectThe community of auto writers and bloggers is a small one, and over time, chances are you'll run into just about everyone doing this thing we do at one point or another. We never had the good fortune to cross paths with The Truth About Cars' Glenn Swanson, and sadly, that opportunity has been taken from us for good. Mr. Swanson, who had been diagnosed with leukemia earlier this year, passed away this weekend. You can read his entertaining and engaging work at TTAC by clicking this search link. We extend our heartfelt condolences to Mr. Swanson's family, friends, and colleague....

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