Compact Conspiracy: Could the Suzuki Jimny Come to North America Under Another Brand?
Like much of the rest of the world, we’re totally mad about the new Suzuki Jimny. As evidenced in post with the Jimny in Iceland, it’s a fantastic platform that’s…
Crankshaft Culture Gear Garage: Big Agnes Double-Wide Sleeping Set-up
Getting a solid night sleep when adventuring in the backcountry is key. Having the chance to snuggle up to your partner while doing so is even better.
We Drove the 2019 Suzuki Jimny in Iceland and it was Amazing
Mercedes and I went to Iceland in July. As we were booking details for the trip last spring, including a rental car, it dawned on me that we could rent…
Review: 2020 Toyota Corolla Hybrid
As of 2020, Toyota's decided to give the Corolla some hybrid love.
Crankshaft Culture Gear Garage: Nite Ize RunOff Waterproof Products
In the latest iteration of our Gear Garage series, we look at Nite Ize's RunOff waterproof products. We took them to Canada and Iceland and put them through their paces.
VW Beetle Final Edition Goes to R2R 2019
Roswell, NM. It seemed a natural. On the 20th Anniversary of R2R (Return to Roswell), which also is the final year for the beloved VW Beetle, we took a Final…
Arizona’s Fossilized Cars
I was in the Phoenix area last April so I could meet up with a couple friends and drive with them to Radwood Vegas. We had a day to kill…
Crankshaft Culture Gear Garage: Ortlieb Duffle RS Series Bag
Ortlieb has long been known for high quality waterproof wares: from bicycle panniers, messenger bags, to day packs and duffle bags, these bags can take a multitude of beatings and…
Crankshaft Culture Gear Garage: Helinox Lite Cot
It’s critical to get a good night’s sleep, especially after a hard day of off-roading, hiking, biking, or other adventure activity. Your body is tired and achy; your mind longing…
Gear and Rigs of the 2019 Overland Expo West
If you love adventure vehicles, off-roading and traveling—chances are you’re into the associated gear that goes with them. Proper gear can make you more prepared, smarter and self-reliant both on…
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…