{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Transform Your Ride: Expert Tips for Car Camping and Van Life","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/transform-your-ride-expert-tips-for-car-camping-and-van-life","audioUrl":"https://pdcn.co/e/www.buzzsprout.com/246908/episodes/15257864-transform-your-ride-expert-tips-for-car-camping-and-van-life.mp3","description":"Transform your vehicle into a cozy camping haven! This episode features an inspiring conversation with Steve Moore, the managing director of Camp N Car, who sheds light on the fantastic world of modular camping furniture and vehicle conversions. Discover how even a compact Honda Fit can be turned into a comfortable, organized camping setup, and learn about the growing phenomenon of nomadic living. Steve shares valuable insights from their full-service conversion shop in Washington state, tackling everything from Mercedes Sprinter vans to small car campers. We also take a nostalgic trip down memory lane, reminiscing about classic car features and discussing how modern adaptations can blend flexibility, comfort, and adventure seamlessly.Tackle the essentials for an ultimate camping experience with practical solutions for van life and car camping. Explore the best cooking setups, whether you're a fan of campfires, propane stoves, or induction cooktops. We discuss power generation options, including solar panels and alternator charging, and shower solutions from simple gravity-fed solar showers to fully equipped indoor setups. Plus, don't miss our spotlight on ProAm Auto Accessories in Houston, a treasure trove for auto enthusiasts since 1984, and a detailed rundown of car shows and events for Father's Day weekend. Tune in for inspiration and expert advice to creatively outfit your vehicle for a journey filled with adventure and comfort.Be sure to subscribe for more In Wheel Time Car Talk!The Lupe' Tortilla RestaurantsLupe Tortilla in Katy, Texas Gulf Coast Auto ShieldPaint protection, tint, and more!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time car talk any time? In Wheel Time is now available on Audacy! Just go to Audacy.com/InWheelTime where ever you are.----- -----Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Podcast and check out our live multiplatform broadcast every Saturday, 10a - 12nCT simulcasting on Audacy, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com.In Wheel Time Podcast can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as:Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, SiriusXM Podcast, iHeartRadio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox, YouTube Podcast and more on your mobile device.Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates!Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltimehttps://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTimeFor more information about In Wheel Time Podcast, email us at info@inwheeltime.com"},"annotations":[{"startTime":326.161,"endTime":329.589,"type":"car","title":"Honda Fit","url":"/cars/honda/fit-ev","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/1/1e/Honda_Fit_EV_concept_%285213952298%29.jpg","quote":"...rs and you name it. You know people, we convert a honda fit into a camper one time. There's just so many ways...","canonicalId":"car:honda:fit ev","priority":0.7,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 2.0"}},{"startTime":515.893,"endTime":518.846,"type":"car","title":"Cadillac Escalade","url":"/cars/cadillac/escalade","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/89/2021_Cadillac_Escalade_ESV_Sport%2C_rear_3.7.22.jpg","quote":"...ell for you. Well, I'm thinking about my Cadillac Escalade. Okay, I just said it, a Cadillac.","canonicalId":"car:cadillac:escalade","priority":0.7,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Kevauto (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":939.435,"endTime":943.936,"type":"car","title":"Chrysler Pacific","url":"/cars/chrysler/pacifica","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/aa/2017_Chrysler_Pacifica%2C_side_view.jpg","quote":"...or camping, for sure. I was just going to say the Chrysler Pacific has got that stow-and-go in the floor. Yeah, you'...","canonicalId":"car:chrysler:pacifica","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.9696969696969697,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Accord14 (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":963.107,"endTime":976.307,"type":"car","title":"Chevrolet Express","url":"/cars/chevrolet/express","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/e/e6/Boston_EMS_Chevrolet_Express.jpg","quote":"..., like I said, everything from sprinters to chevy express, ford, econoline, ford, transit, ram, promaster, ...","canonicalId":"car:chevrolet:express","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 3.0"}},{"startTime":963.107,"endTime":976.307,"type":"car","title":"Ford Transit","url":"/cars/ford/transit-custom","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/1/1a/2018_Ford_Transit_Custom_300_Base_2.0_facelift.jpg","quote":"Many, many, many, many times. Yeah, so we have a, we have a full van conversion shop here in washington and we we do, like I said, everything from sprinters to chevy express, ford, econoline, ford, transit, ram, promaster, um, you know the smaller cargo vans like the promaster city. We have a.","canonicalId":"car:ford:transit custom","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Wikimedia Commons / CC BY-SA 4.0"}},{"startTime":963.107,"endTime":976.307,"type":"car","title":"Ram ProMaster","url":"/cars/ram/promaster","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/7d/2014_Ram_1500_ProMaster_Tradesman_SWB_std_roof_front.jpg","quote":"...evy express, ford, econoline, ford, transit, ram, promaster, um, you know the smaller cargo vans like the pro...","canonicalId":"car:ram:promaster","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Mr.choppers (CC BY-SA 3.0)"}},{"startTime":963.107,"endTime":976.307,"type":"car","title":"Promaster City","url":"/cars/ram/promaster-city","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/9/9f/2015_Ram_ProMaster_City_Tradesman_Cargo_Van%2C_front_left.jpg","quote":"...ter, um, you know the smaller cargo vans like the promaster city. We have a.","canonicalId":"car:promaster:city","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Mr.choppers (CC BY-SA 3.0)"}},{"startTime":1000.03,"endTime":1009.801,"type":"car","title":"Tesla Semi","url":"/cars/tesla/semi","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/2/2a/Tesla_Semi_1.jpg","quote":"...mobile generators that you can, you know, kind of semi permanently mount inside, say, for instance, a ni...","canonicalId":"car:tesla:semi","priority":0.5,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Korbitr (Public domain)"}},{"startTime":1069.643,"endTime":1089.092,"type":"car","title":"Lucid Gravity","url":"/cars/lucid/gravity","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/83/Lucid%2C_GIMS_2024%2C_Le_Grand-Saconnex_%28GIMS0007-3%29.jpg","quote":"...n it up and it just showers on top of you, just a gravity feed type thing. Exactly, yeah, it's the simple w...","canonicalId":"car:lucid:gravity","priority":0.7,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Matti Blume (CC BY-SA)"}},{"startTime":1576.962,"endTime":1584.973,"type":"car","title":"Dodge Challenger","url":"/cars/dodge/challenger","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/0e/%2772_Dodge_Challenger_%28Rigaud%29.jpg","quote":"...offering drives on the road course of Hemi, srts, challengers and chargers. And I will be the first to admit th...","canonicalId":"car:dodge:challenger","priority":0.7,"confidence":1.0,"source":"fuzzy","data":{"imageAttribution":"Wikimedia Commons / Public domain"}}],"speakers":[{"id":"s1","name":"In Wheel Time Podcast | Automotive talk with Don Armstrong","role":"host"},{"id":"s2","name":"Michael Marrs","role":"host"},{"id":"s3","name":"Jeff Dziekan","role":"host"}],"transcripts":[{"url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/transform-your-ride-expert-tips-for-car-camping-and-van-life/transcript.vtt","type":"text/vtt"}]}