Alcan 5000 On Auto Off Topic
It’s always a pleasure to talk with Andrew Pascarella and Brad DeSantis the duo from Auto Off Topic. Not only they gearheads, they have have a penchant for all things…
Our After Alcan 5000 Interview with Yak Radio
Hey, we finished the 2020 Alcan 5000 Winter Rally, and it was an incredible adventure! As you can see, this is our first post since returning from over 5,400 driving…
All of Our Alcan 5000 Prep Videos on Pickup Truck + SUV Talk
Over the past months we’ve partnered with Pickup Truck + SUV Talk to create four Alcan 5000 Winter Rally preparation videos. Now you can see them all in one spot.…
How We Are Preparing Our Vehicle for Extreme Cold
In less than two weeks, we’ll be departing for the 2020 Alcan 5000 Winter Rally. Frankly, I don’t know if we’ve ever prepared for anything this much. The vast majority…
We’re Doing the Alcan 5000 Rally. What is it?
As you may know, we’re doing the Alcan 5000 Rally this February. It’s going to cover 5,120 miles (and then some) from Kirkland, WA all the way up to the…
Trading Places: Swapping Spots at Rebelle Rally
Dust, dirt, and dreadfully long days can’t keep Kathy and me away from the Rebelle Rally. That’s why Kathy and I both drove it as competitors, as well as covered…
Crankshaft Culture Gear Garage: AeroPress Go Coffee Press
Listen, if there’s one thing I don’t like to skimp on when traveling it is good coffee. Whether we’re camping a few hours from home, or circumnavigating Iceland, I don’t…
Alcan 5000 Prep: Lights, Heat, and Recovery Gear
We’ve made a second appearance on Tim Esterdahl’s Pickup Truck + SUV Talk, this time to further discuss preparing our our 1991 Mitsubishi Pajero for the 2020 Alcan 5000. Hey,…
Inside the New 2020 EarthCruiser EXP
In Part 1 of our EarthCruiser video series, we toured the outside of the amazing overland vehicle. In Part 2, we take a look at the inside. Our guide to…
The Cars of My Youth Were Slower Than I Remember
Something occurred to me today as I was watching one of those old MotorWeek videos; this one was about the 1990 Mitsubishi Galant GSX. I realized today’s cars are faster…
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Protecting Your GPS and Navigation History from Tracking
Every time you open a map app, your phone logs where you are, where you’re going, and how long you stay. That data doesn’t just sit on your device. It flows to servers, gets analyzed by algorithms, and can end up in the hands of advertisers — or worse. According…
Cheap Car Insurance Without Deposit in 2026: How to Get $0 Down Coverage
Quick answer: Can you really get cheap car insurance with no deposit? Let’s cut through the noise. In 2026, “cheap car insurance without deposit” doesn’t mean you walk away with free coverage. What it actually means is you’re not paying an extra upfront fee beyond your first payment. Every legitimate…
Car Culture Without Borders: How Enthusiasts Move Their Vehicles Across the Country
Car culture has never been confined to one place. What once revolved around local meets and regional scenes has expanded into something far more connected. Enthusiasts now buy, sell, and showcase vehicles across states, sometimes across the entire country. A build that starts in one city might be finished in…