When we purchased our “bought not built” modified 2005 Subaru Forester XT (with the 5-speed manual), we knew the first thing that had to be changed: wheels and tires. This…
Who doesn’t love the look of a freshly cleaned and detailed car? Lately, we’ve been traveling a lot, so I haven’t had a chance to do as much automotive detailing…
Back in January 2024, we bought a 2005 Subaru Forest XT. It had 190,000 miles, a bunch of go-fast mods, and was ready to inject some speed into our fleet.…
Michigan has sent letters to Mitsubishi Delica owners informing them their vans are no longer road-legal. This Mitsubishi Delica deregistration discovery was made in the MDOC: Mitsubishi Delica Owners Club…
Recently, Mercedes and I had the pleasure of appearing on the Overland Journal Podcast hosted by Scott Brady. We did the show while attending the 2024 Overland Expo-West event in…
Well, we did it: We finished the 2024 Baltic Sea Circle Rally in a 2024 Volkswagen ID. Buzz Pro. We drove nearly 5,000 miles, visited nine countries, and did it…
Wanderlust. It’s a word that gets tossed around a lot these days due in part to the endless array of photos on Instagram, travel vlogs on YouTube, and quick idyllic…
We’re going global! Andy and I are competing in the 2024 Baltic Sea Circle Rally, the northernmost rally in the world. It spans nine countries, 16 days, and 7,500 kilometers! And,…
While recently trying to sell a car, I wrote an article about common sense tips for selling a used car. Because, frankly, many people are really bad at it. And…
After multiple inquiries over the years about whether we actually sell crankshafts on Crankshaft Culture, this April 1, we’ve decided the answer is now “yeah, sure.” For a limited time,…
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…
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 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…
