Conquering the 2020 Alcan 5000 Winter Rally
It’s been just over three months since we returned from the 2020 Alcan 5000 Winter Rally in March. We came back to a totally different world than we left thanks…
Nitto Tires Releases 2020 Alcan 5000 Winter Rally Video
In March we competed in the 2020 Alcan 5000 Winter Rally. We drove our 1991 Mitsubishi Pajero, aka, the Terra Tractor, from Kirkland, Washington up to Tuktoyaktuk, Northwest Territories, and…
The Space Tractor is Sold. Long Live the Space Tractor.
Well, we did a thing: We sold our beloved 1989 Mitsubishi Delica Star Wagon, AKA the Space Tractor. You may be wondering why the heck we’d do such a thing.…
Our After Alcan 5000 via Dirt Sports World
It’s hard to believe it’s been just over a month since we finished the 2020 Alcan 5000 Winter Rally. It was an incredibly challenging and rewarding adventure! We’ve returned from…
Mitsubishi Delica Winch Mount
So you’ve bought a Mitsubishi Delica Star Wagon (L300) and you want to take it everywhere. You’ve got all-terrain tires, jerry cans, a full-sized spare, and solar panels. But you…
Unboxing the ARB ZERO Fridge Freezer
ARB is one of the best known names in the portable refrigerator/freezer game. The company literally just debuted an all-new model called ZERO. This is a dual-zone fridge freezer meaning…
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…
Guest Posts
Reducing Costs and Improving Performance With Advanced Fleet Management
Effective management of the company’s fleet is not limited to the use of the organization’s vehicles. The costs of fuel, vehicle performance, maintenance needs, and productivity of operations should be considered as well. The growing number of vehicles requires businesses to use innovative approaches for the management of fuel consumption…
How to Reduce Blind Spots When Towing a Caravan
Towing a caravan opens up a world of travel freedom, but it also introduces one major challenge: blind spots. Compared to normal driving, your field of vision is significantly reduced, making lane changes, merging, and reversing more difficult. The good news is that with the right setup and a few…
Rear Visibility Upgrades That Make Older Cars, Trucks, and SUVs Easier to Drive
Modern vehicles have become increasingly packed with safety and driver-assistance features. Newer models often include large infotainment screens, parking sensors, blind-spot alerts, 360-degree camera systems, and advanced warning technology. But for many owners, especially those driving older cars, trucks, and SUVs, the experience behind the wheel can still be very…