New Zealand Up Close and Personal
When one mentions New Zealand, what immediately comes to mind for most people is Lord of the Rings, kiwi birds, bungee jumping in Queenstown, or perhaps the odd wonder of…
Van life Can Be Awesome. It Can Also Be Frustrating.
Updated January 14, 2022. – #Vanlife. Living in vans. Traveling. Freedom. Life is perfect, ideal, minimal. It’s the bohemian dream, right? It certainly looks that way on Instagram if you…
Do we need new terms for people who like all kinds of vehicles?
If you’re like us and love lifted trucks as much as lowered hatchbacks; the sound of a hairy-chested V8 as well as the growl of a well-tuned four-banger; an epic…
Giving our Jeep Cherokee a Lift
The Jeep Cherokee (XJ) was made from 1984–2001, and there have been tons of lift kits on the market during those 18 model years. So when it came time to choose…
On The Job Training: Restoring a Suzuki SJ410K
Just because you don’t know how to do something doesn’t mean you can’t learn. And that’s exactly what Omri Ginzburg did with this 1984 Suzuki SJ410k. He’d never done a restoration before,…
What It’s Like to Drive a Mitsubishi Delica
Minivans have the reputation they do in North America because vehicles like the Mitsubishi Delica were not offered here. What is a Delica? It’s a four-wheel drive, diesel-powered, forward-control van you can sleep…
Airstream Brings Back the Basecamp Trailer
Airstream, the iconic American manufacturer of aluminum trailers, is launching a new, smallish trailer called Basecamp. Technically, Airstream is relaunching the product, since they sold it back in the 2000s, but discontinued it sometime around…
Video Review: 2016 Honda Civic Coupe 1.5T
Which automaker still offers a FWD coupe? Yep, Honda. But be careful, that shade of green may burn out the old retinas. That sucker is BRIGHT! This 2016 Honda Civic…
Matching Wheels and Tires for our Trailer
Our Dinoot J-Series trailer just got new rolling stock. I mean, I just got done with putting them on. Previously, we had 235/75/15 (29″) Kumho mud terrain tires that matched our…
Behold: Cranky (Project Jeep Cherokee)
I’ve long held the belief that a vehicle’s nickname manifests itself. It shouldn’t be forced or given prematurely. Well, we decided that our project Jeep Cherokee now has a nickname: Cranky.
Guest Posts
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…
The Return of Analog Driving: Why Enthusiasts Are Seeking Simpler Cars Again
Image Source Modern cars are loaded with technology. Touchscreens, driver assists, over-the-air updates, subscription features — the list keeps growing. A new Volvo EX90 has a 14.5-inch central display. Some Teslas run entire climate systems through software menus. But something odd is happening. Drivers are pushing back. Forums, club meetups,…
How Traffic Violations Can Affect Your Driving Record and Insurance Rates
Most drivers assume that any traffic ticket will automatically send their car insurance rates climbing. The reality is more nuanced, and understanding the distinction between a moving violation and a non-moving violation can save a lot of unnecessary worry. Moving violations, which occur when a vehicle is in motion, are…