We Bought a 1998 Honda CR-V.
Most people know us as Mitsubishi people. And yes, we’ve owned our fair share. However, between Mercedes and me, we’ve owned 9 Hondas, ranging from a 1979 Honda Civic 1200,…
Old-School Adventuring: Using a Suunto Global MC-2 G Compass
The advent of modern technology has brought about smartphones, tablets, and other gizmos outfitted with navigational programs. These include Gaia GPS or OnX Offroad for off-pavement usage or even Waze…
Tested: His-and-Hers Big Agnes Torchlite Camp 20° Expandable Mummy Bags
Andy and I spend as much time outdoors as possible. It’s our respite from the digital world we’re so attached to. Our latest build, the Travel Tractor Mitsubishi Delica van…
Volkswagen Entering the All-Electric ID.4 AWD Into the Rebelle Rally. Our Own Mercedes Lilienthal is the Driver.
It’s official: Our own Mercedes Lilienthal will be the driver for the AWD Volkswagen ID.4 in the 2021 Rebelle Rally! She, along with her navigator, Emily Winslow, will be representing…
My Latest Project: A Saab Story
Saabs have always caught my attention, from the movie and TV appearances of the iconic ’80s 900s, the 96’s rally pedigree, to the gorgeous and weird Sonett with its V4…
Tested: Sea to Summit’s Aeros Ultralight Deluxe and Aeros Down Inflatable Pillows
We reviewed the Aeros Ultralight Deluxe and Aeros Down Sea to Summit inflatable pillows. Are they all they’re cracked up to be or are they filled with hot air? We…
Tested: Nextbase 622GW Dash Cam
The Nextbase 622GW Dash Cam provides high-quality, crisp recordings and can give you added security when on the road. We recently received a Nextbase 622GW dash cam for review. At…
Crankshaft Culture Gear Garage: ARB Touring Awning Kit with Light
Australian-based ARB knows a thing or two about living in the Outback. From heavy-duty bumpers and off-road fridges to high-powered auxiliary lights and even awnings, the company has a long-standing…
My Pandemic Car Purchase
It was a rough year for many of us throughout the whole pandemic. Last year after only three months into the pandemic, I lost my mind and did something stupid.…
Crankshaft Culture Gear Garage: Meguiar’s Car Care Products
Detailing cars has always been a hobby of mine, even as a kid—a trait I likely learned from my father. Meguiar’s car care products are well known in the auto…
Guest Posts
Can an Insurance Lawyer Help With a Non-Injury Car Accident?
According to a preliminary analysis from the National Safety Council, an estimate of 37,810 deaths from motor vehicle crashes occurred in the US in 2025. This is a 12% decrease from the reports from the previous year. In the United States, even accidents without physical injuries can lead to complex…
Why Vehicle Size Matters More in City Traffic Than Drivers Realize
City driving has a way of making every vehicle feel larger than it looks on paper. A compact car can vanish beside a delivery van. An older sedan can lose its view of the road behind a tall SUV. A bus pulling away from the curb can shift the pace…
What Is Uninsured Motorist Coverage and How Does It Work?
According to a 2025 Insurance Research Council study, 15.4 percent of drivers in 2023 were uninsured, which works out to be more than one in seven drivers. Most states were displaying trends of high uninsured motorist rates from 2017 to 2023. When a driver who is to blame for an…