Alex Lauer

Alex Lauer is the features editor at InsideHook. Since joining the company in 2016, he’s covered a wide range of topics, including cars, the environment, books and business. His reporting broke stories on the rise of Bookshop (the anti-Amazon online bookseller), the fall of Best Made Company (and sale to Duluth Trading) and the false promises of a supposedly “environmentally-friendly” NFT initiative. His hands-on methods — driving in a Sherp (of Kanye West fame) in northern Minnesota and idling in the electric Ford Mustang Mach-E for 12 hours in the middle of winter — offer a reliable and unique perspective on popular issues. Previously, he wrote for City Pages in the Twin Cities after graduating from the University of Minnesota. After starting at IH in New York City, he now lives in Minneapolis, MN. Follow him on Instagram: @alexlauer.

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Sonos Is Extending Its Speaker Discounts All Month Long

Plus, deals on Uniqlo fleece, TRX workout packages and more

Ralph Lauren's Impeccable Outerwear Is 50% Off

Take hundreds off winter parkas, down vests, even shearling jackets

The 17 Best Gear Gifts for the Outdoorsman (or Outdoorswoman)

Take them from spartan camping to luxury glamping

Can Turo Beat Traditional Rentals and Become the Airbnb of Cars?

The car-sharing startup passed the billion-dollar valuation mark

Always Wanted a Weighted Blanket? Huckberry Has Them on Sale.

Take 30% off Baloo blankets, get your midday nap on

China Begins Mandatory Face Scans for Mobile Phone Users

Will it be a boon for cybersecurity? Or a facial recognition nightmare?

Dyson's Ingenious Vacuums and Fans Are Up to 65% Off

You’ll be cleaning a lot during the holidays. Make it easier on yourself.

Status Headphones Are Always Affordable. Now They're 40% Off.

Plus, Cyber Monday deals on menswear, photo books and pajamas

GoPro Is Offering One of the Best Black Friday Deals of 2019

Get a big discount, plus a free memory card, extra battery, tripod and head strap

Lululemon Decided to Throw a Real Sale for Black Friday

Shorts, shirts, fleece jackets, cycling jerseys, even skincare is on sale

The 10 Best Black Friday Menswear Sales

If men’s apparel is what you seek, these are the best deals

The Hottest Rock Climbing Destination? Palestine’s West Bank.

Locals and tourists are seeking out the world-class limestone cliffs

The Smart Coffee Table That Chills Beer Is $500 Off

Plus, deals on our favorite sheets, khakis, lamps and more

Todd Snyder's No-Nonsense Black Friday Sale Includes $977 Off This Trench

Take hundreds off sweaters, sport coats and bomber jackets, too

Anker Charging Equipment Is Up to 47% Off for Black Friday

Plus, deals on Greats sneakers, Floyd furniture and more