Orphans And Oddballs: How I Became The Car Enthusiast I Am Today
When I was a kid growing up in the Twin Cities of Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minnesota, University Avenue was the prime cruising spot. When I was in my early teens in…
Opinion: ’80s and ’90s Style Is In, But What’s Ugly Then Is Still Ugly Now
Style and trends are a funny thing. There’s always this desire for retro, whether we’re talking clothes, music, or automotive styling. Currently, ’80s and ’90s style is in, and the…
The 2023 Wicked Big Meet Is A Big, Wicked East-Coast Subaru Show
The 2023 Wicked Big Meet is one big east-coast Subaru show and part of the Subiefest family of Subaru-centric events. Held June 11, 2023 at Stafford Motor Speedway outside of…
New Small Cars Are All Nearly Gone.
Since 2008, we’ve run another website called Subcompact Culture, which is all about small cars. We wanted to create a place for enthusiasts of small cars; a place to show…
Mitsubishi Cars Are Popular In Iceland
Imagine if you will, a parallel universe where Mitsubishi vehicles, specifically the Eclipse Cross and Outlander PHEV, are some of the most popular cars on the roads. They’re like every…
2023 NW Overland Rally: Trophy Challenge
Each year, a host of attendees at the NW Overland Rally in Plain, Washington participate in the Trophy Challenge. This is a lighthearted competition that mixes semi-precision driving and Nerf…
Mitsubishi Pajero Radiator Redo
Well, if you’ve ever wondered what a 1992 Mitsubishi Pajero radiator looks like, behold. You may be wondering: why is Andy here with a Pajero radiator? Well, wonder no more.…
Adding a Light Bar, Lights, and Armor to our 2022 Subaru Crosstrek
Our goal with our Crosstrek was to add just a bit more capability to it. We want to hop in it and go pretty much anywhere we want (within reason).…
Finding Our Long-Lost Suzuki Sidekick, The Teal Terror
Before our JDM Pajeros or Delicas, before our Jeep Cherokee, we had a great little 1995 Suzuki Sidekick. We called it The Teal Terror. We sold the Teal Terror in…
Early Morning Airport Vibes, Wanderlust, and Travel
Since the pandemic, I haven’t flown a lot. I used to fly all the time, but thanks to the Covid-19 thing and a back injury that sidelined me in 2021…
Guest Posts
Hidden Winch vs Standard Hilux Bullbars: Which Setup Suits You?
Choosing the right bullbar for your Hilux is not just about how it looks from the front. It affects protection, recovery options, weight, airflow, accessory mounting and how practical your ute feels day to day. For many owners, one of the biggest decisions is whether to go with a hidden…
Cat-Back vs Axle-Back Toyota 86 Exhausts: Which Is Better?
The Toyota 86 is one of those cars that almost begs for a better exhaust note. It is light, balanced, fun to drive and built for people who actually enjoy being behind the wheel. But from the factory, the exhaust can feel a little too quiet for some owners. That…
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…