The Unofficial Road to SEMA: Riding a Honda Ruckus from Michigan to Las Vegas
I met Greg Henderson of Unofficial Use Only years ago at the annual Easter Jeep Safari in Moab. He is a builder, manufacturer, a Jeeper, and a vehicle recovery expert.…
Rally Racing in America Goes Big Time; Hopes To Advance The Sport In North America
We’re huge fans of rally racing. From stage rally to time-speed-distance rally, we love everything about this form of motorsports competition. However, in the U.S., rally has never been as…
Crankshaft Culture Classifieds: 2005 Subaru Forester XT (5-Speed)
It’s time to sell our 2005 Subaru Forester XT, which is complete with the sought-after 5-speed manual transmission. We’re asking $11,800 and it’s got a clear Oregon title in hand.…
The Zukiworld Fall Classic: An Epic Adventure and a Reminder to Be Prepared For Anything
Off-roading, remote camping, overlanding: All these activities have calculated risks, and if unprepared, things can go sideways. However, you can mitigate the risk by ensuring you’re fully prepared. A recent…
How To Polish Headlights
When we bought our 2005 Subaru Forester XT, it came with a bunch of go-fast parts, coilover suspension, and a host of maintenance already done. However, as with many older…
I Have Sold Multiple Fast Cars for Slow Cars. Why?
Most of my cars have been slow, reliable, fuel-efficient, and practical. Yet, every so often, I get a hankering for something fast, or at least quick and sporty. Despite having…
Do Car Buyers Want Inexpensive Cars Again?
It’s the beginning of October, and that means the auto manufacturers are releasing their third-quarter sales figures. Of particular note for me is Mitsubishi. For Q3 of 2024, its sales…
Eight Years Ago I Fell In Love With the Mitsubishi Delica
Eight years ago, I drove a Mitsubishi Delica for the first time. (I even wrote a post about what it’s like to drive a Mitsubishi Delica.) My wife, Mercedes, and…
Volkswagen of America Giving Away its Free Iconic Gewürz Ketchup
Volkswagen of America, Inc. announced today that VW part number 00010 ZDK-259-101, VW Gewürz Ketchup Brand, a condiment used to dress VW currywurst, will be available in the U.S. for…
Our 2024 Alcan 5000 Adventure Video
We’ve done the Alcan 5000 Rally three times now and written about it extensively. While on the 2024 winter rally, in which we partnered with INEOS Automotive, we took quite…
Guest Posts
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…
4 Modern Safety Features Manufacturers Must Include in Their Cars
Buying a car today is not just about looks, speed, or fuel efficiency anymore. Safety has become one of the biggest priorities for drivers across the world. You expect your vehicle to protect you, your passengers, and even others on the road. Modern technology has made that expectation more realistic…
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…