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Cadillac

Transforming the Tacoma! Wrap, Bumper, and Performance Upgrades

Big Progress and a Killer Wrap! We are making more progress on the TREAD Edition Tacoma! Last time, you saw us finish up by installing… Continue reading

Devan Ence . January 31, 2025

Chevrolet

Concert-Grade Sound in a Silverado: A Step-by-Step Audio Upgrade

Transforming a 2004 Chevy Silverado into a Mobile Concert Hall Upgrading the audio in my 2004 Chevrolet crew cab, affectionately named ClapD2Slapd, has been a… Continue reading

Corey Decker . January 30, 2025

Electric Vehicle Features

Transforming Classics into EV Icons: A Porsche 914 Story

Inspiring the Next Generation  As a teenager, Mark Brems grew up with a passion for Volkswagens, and had nearly every model—Beetles, Ghias, Fastbacks, and buses.  “I… Continue reading

Dan Coronado . January 23, 2025

Buyer’s Guides

The 1000HP Game Changer: Brandon Putzier’s Unstoppable 1968 C10

From Basic to FULL CLOSER Most of us have good build ideas when we buy a new project truck. Whether it’s a full out custom… Continue reading

BRANDON BURRELL . January 22, 2025

Chevrolet

Ben Jackson’s 1996 Chevy Silverado: A Custom OBS Masterpiece

Ben Jackson’s 1996 Chevy Silverado When it comes to custom trucks, Ben Jackson from Owensboro, Kentucky, knows how to turn heads. As an autobody refinishing… Continue reading

Chris Hamilton . January 21, 2025

Feature Stories

A Bold Adventure: Inside the First-Gen Toyota Sequoia Build That Defies Expectations

An Inside Look at This Family Friendly Off-Road Rig Like its namesake, this first-gen Toyota Sequoia Ian Lugtu meticulously customized isn’t just big—it’s bold. But… Continue reading

RICH CALBAY . January 17, 2025

C10 Builders Guide

The OBS Killa: A Throwback Truck with Modern Muscle

A Chevy Truck Project 20+ Years in the Making Chris Echel of Greenville, North Carolina, bought this truck from his dad back in the year… Continue reading

John Mata Jr. . January 17, 2025

Feature Stories

Twice Transformed: From 4Runner to Tundra for the Ultimate Overland Adventure

Toyota Transformation—Twice  I’ve never considered myself an “overlander.” I’m more of an avid fly angler who has found, over the years, that good fishing spots… Continue reading

Joel La Follette . January 15, 2025

Feature Stories

Velocity’s 1971 Classic Ford Bronco: A Vintage Icon Reimagined

Velocity’s 1971 Classic Ford Bronco  From car shows and cruise-ins to off-road adventures, early Ford Broncos (1966-1977) are the perfect classic car for any adventure.… Continue reading

Kahn Media . January 15, 2025

Cadillac

The Science Behind Shatter-Resistant Windshields

Modern windshields are carefully designed to protect passengers during accidents. But why do windshields not shatter into dangerous pieces on impact? The answer lies in… Continue reading

Motortopia Staff . January 14, 2025

Feature Stories

Stunning 1954 Ford COE: A Masterpiece of Patina and Power

Mark Pierson’s OMG-Worthy COE When the time comes for a seasoned custom car builder and collector to look for something ‘different’ than they have had… Continue reading

John Mata Jr. . January 13, 2025

Diesel World

Cody Helms’ 12-Valve Dodge: A Diesel Dream in the Making

Cody Helms’ 12-Valve Cummins-Powered Dodge 2500 For those who have a competitive nature, getting past the ‘if you’re not first, you’re last’ mentality when things… Continue reading

John Mata Jr. . January 10, 2025

Cadillac

Belltech Control Arms: Built for Lifts, Engineered for Comfort

Improve drivability and tire wear with Belltech’s control arms. Our control arms were developed to improve camber, caster and maximize articulation. Constructed of forged aluminum… Continue reading

Motortopia Staff . January 03, 2025

New Products

Front-End Evolution: Enhancing the 2023 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro

Giving a 4Runner Front End Options Having the right gear on your rig when you take it off-road is important. Whether you are doing some… Continue reading

BRANDON BURRELL . January 02, 2025

Feature Stories

Mini-Truck Marvel: The Story Behind the Legendary ‘Stranger’

An Iconic Ranger Gets Some Updates… And a New Owner Let’s start this story off with a little tale from the distant past. When Jim… Continue reading

Mike Self . December 26, 2024

Cadillac

Innovative Parts and Accessories for Classic and Lifted Trucks

Air Spring Cradle for Lifted Trucks The Air Lift Universal Air Spring Cradle enables the air spring to become detached from the lower bracket, allowing… Continue reading

BRANDON BURRELL . December 23, 2024

Cadillac

Golden Rules: A Stunning Transformation of a 2021 Escalade

Building by the Golden Rule As fifth-generation Escalades started to show up at dealerships in the fall of 2020, Carlos Herrera was already making plans to… Continue reading

Grant Cox . December 11, 2024

Chevrolet

Retro Revival: Greg and Carrie Nettles’ ’91 Chevy C1500

Greg and Carrie Nettles’ 1991 Chevy C1500 In the world of OBS trucks, Greg and Carrie Nettles’ 1991 Chevy C1500 is a ride that refuses… Continue reading

Chris Hamilton . December 10, 2024

Feature Stories

Evan Walsh’s Ultimate Off-Road Media Rig: The 2006 Toyota 4Runner

Evan Walsh’s Big, Bad Media Rig You’ve seen the amazing photos Evan Walsh of Blackhat Studios has captured over the years. We’ve published his work… Continue reading

John Mata Jr. . December 09, 2024

Diesel World

Diesel World Reader Rides: A Tale of Two Rams

THIS MONTH, WE’RE DROPPING TWO READER RIDES FOR YOU GUYS! DO YOU WANT TO GET YOUR RIDE FEATURED HERE? ALL YOU HAVE TO DO IS… Continue reading

DW STAFF . December 04, 2024

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