West Bound and Down: The Epic Cross-Country Run of Operation Frodo Returns for a Fourth Time
“East bound and down, loaded up and truckin’ We gonna do what they say can’t be done We’ve got a long way to go and a short time to get…
Road Rally Revival: Is Road Rally Making a Comeback?
Road rally, which often includes time-speed-distance rally (or TSD), became popular in the 1950s and 1960s in North America. (Fun fact: The Rallye Glenwood Springs is the longest continuously running…
Good Deeds: Operation Frodo Gives 20 Dogs a New Lease on Life Thanks To The Automotive Media
The Holiday Season isn’t necessarily about extra stress and overeating. It’s about giving and selfless acts of kindness—especially when it comes to four-legged friends. Several members of the automotive media…
The Trump Administration Wants Small Cars. But do Americans Want Small Cars?
If you’ve been in any sort of online forum or group about cars since December 3, you’ve undoubtedly heard about how President Trump went off the cuff during his announcement…
The 2025 Crankshaft Culture ‘Not Another Holiday Gift Guide’ Gift Guide
It’s that time of year! The holiday gift guide season is officially in full swing—lord knows there are a lot of them out there. However, unlike many others, we’ve actually…
Cotopaxi Fuego Max Down Hooded Jackets: Stylish and Warm for Cold-Weather Activities
Andy and I have a healthy relationship with outdoor gear and clothing. We love testing the latest and greatest gear. Some may say it’s an obsession. We say it’s better…
His-n-Hers Smartwool Smartloft Hybrid Jacket: Lightweight & Warm
The seasons are changing, and cold weather is settling in. As outdoor enthusiasts, Andy and I are always looking for improved ways to keep warm, especially while traveling in far-flung…
2026 Toyota RAV4 Review: Redoing The Best-Selling SUV in America
The Toyota RAV4 is the best-selling car in the United States. Any changes or updates to it will be made with extreme care. Deviating too far from what makes it…
Beware of YouTube Mechanics and Online Automotive Experts
Let this be somewhat of a cautionary tale. With the myriad of YouTube mechanics and online automotive experts out there, it can be easy to get bad advice or incorrect…
Simond Showdown: Reviewing Men’s, Women’s Simond MT500 Hooded Down Jackets
Fall is here and winter is just around the corner. Living in any cold-weather climate poses chilly conditions, but it’s how you dress for it that can keep you warm…
Guest Posts
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…
What Are DUI Laws for Underage Drivers?
3.7% of licensed drivers in the United States are teenagers, but they have accident rates that are nearly three times higher than drivers aged 21 years and older. Drivers under the age of 21 are responsible for a substantial number of alcohol-related accidents. DUI laws for underage individuals are much…