Overcrest
Kris Clewell / Overcrest
Updated 2 days agoAutomotive culture, history, and the people who live it -- hosted by Kris Clewell and Jake Solberg. 500+ episodes exploring the intersection of cars and life: interviews with industry insiders, collectors, designers, builders, and thinkers. From the philosophy of analog driving to forgotten automotive history to the business of car culture, Kris and Jake bring a journalist's eye and an enthusiast's obsession to every conversation. For people who #takethecar.
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Episodes (550)
Magnus Walker, Vespas, Harleys, Sturgis, and Fried Electronics
Magnus checks in to talk about his new project, and the guys discuss their projects, and plans to drive to surges. Check out Magnus' new show on Hagerty! Click here! Support our show at Patreon, here!
The Indomitable Iron Road - Part Three
In part three of our series the guys rip into the anatomy of these steam-powered behemoths to explore the evolution of the technology up to today’s diesel-electric locomotives. They also speak to an engineer who operates one. Kris also explains what made American train cars at odds with their European counterparts, and how they embody the very ideals of American democracy and independence. Support the show! Click HERE!
Singer Sings, Dakar Dies, BMW Lies, Cars Burn, Man Freezes.
Kris rants about the new Singer concept, BMW tries to slip one by everyone, Mercedes makes a poor choice and much more... Support the show! Singer came out with something... Dakar speed limits BMW is really bad at marketing... We finally have hit the $100 kw/h mark.... Sort of. Greenpeace is secret shopping VW dealerships... Mercedes’ EQS sedan will debut the optional Hyperscreen Man Freezes.... Cars set on fire in France on New Year's Eve
The Indomitable Iron Road - Part Two
In an incredible interview the guys talk to Bob Lettenberger from the National Railroad Museum on how the Iron Road changed America and the Wild West forever. Check out the National RR Museum: Instagram On the Web And don't forget to Support the Show on Patreon!
How about dem "Apples"...
We talk to Elon Musk about his...penis, how poop could save California, apple's venture into motoring and much much more... Support the show on Patreon!!!! The Apple iCar seems to actually be happening Elon Musk says he tried to sell Tesla to Apple California residents can now charge up their car with... Elon Musk talks about his **** California residents can now charge up their car with... BMW has been trying to reach you about your car's extended warranty A ship crashes into the earth.... The Alpha Ace Coupe EV Ford Recreates ‘Christmas Vacation’ Scene With Mustang Mach-E: Video Your car will soon tell you when it needs a wash
The Indomitable Iron Road - Part One
How the Iron Road changed the world forever, smashing the concepts of time, and shifting the vector and goals of human civilization forever. This is the origin of the Railroad. Click to Support the show!
000 Magazine Founder - Pete Stout
Long time Story Teller, Editor, Enterpreneur, and Porsche Wheelman Pete Stout joins the podcast to talk about what makes good automotive journalism, 000 Magazine, driving the best Porsche has ever had to offer, futurology, and much more... Check out 000 magazine, the highest quality automotive periodical in the world Here. And check out their Instagram Here. And if you'd like...Support the show!
Santa, Gritters, Rotary's, Mars, and RUD's
Kris and Jake discuss Santa shenanigans, responsible breaking and entering, and much more... Support the show on our Patreon for just $5. Velocity stacks for your new C8 Corvette Rivian To Establish Charging Network Throughout The Wilderness Toyota Bearish on EV’s, says there’s too much hype… Space X launches SN8 Prototype. Santa and Elf make hilarious arrest of car thief Good news for rotary owners Street Racers Break Into Closed Minnesota Speedway to…Go Racing Uber Faces a Fine for Refusing to Give Details on Assaults Scotland apparently names its snowplows
“If You Survive You Survive, if You Don’t, You Don’t.” Our Tribute to a Legend
Jake recounts a remarkable story of an American hero. From traditional beginings in the breadbasket of America, to showing extraordinary courage across war torn Europe, this single individual shaped the course of human history well into the 21st century. Through it all he maintained a level of humility and humor we should all aspire to emulate. Support the show to get exclusive episodes!
Godzilla, Synthesis, Stacks, and Skateboards
The guys discuss a new fuel, velocity stacks, a new Godzilla, and much much more... Support the show! Show Notes: Haynes no longer making paper manuals... Skateboarding. California can’t limit language on personalized license plates, judge rules Speaking of license plates. Porsche’s Biggest selling model is November is.... Pretty soon you may be able to get paid to snitch on your fellow citizens So you’ve heard of godzilla right? Porsche to make Synthetic Fuel for keeping classics on the road.
Our Near Future Revealed - Darryll Harrison / Chargepoint
Darryll Harrison from Chargepoint, an EV infrastructure insider joins the podcast to discuss EV infrastructure, and the rushing future of EVs. Support the show! www.patreon.com/overcrest
Loud pipes save lives
The guys discuss installing Jake's new lift, and his pallet-wood Pintrest project obsession, while Kris debates what do do with his diesel swap project. That's all before we discuss the craziest automotive news from the last week... Notes: NHTSA Is developing a new system of rules and regulations for autonomous manufacturers. EPA Finds Rolling Coal Is Making Pollution Worse in America The cost of charging an EV is catching up to just driving around your dirty gas guzzling fascism machine. Volkswagen shutters its Motorsport division, killing off any racing BMW joins Audi in quitting Formula E Big thanks to our Patreon subscribers. Support the show! patreon.com/overcrest
Mexico City to Newfoundland Canada in a VW Beetle
An interview with Manuel and Maria about their journey around the world from Mexico City to Newfoundland Canada. In a Beetle! They're working on a film with the trip, it will be called Leaving the Frame. Before we get there, Jake and Kris talk about Kris' terrible car habit, and the 944 he almost bought...I hope you guys enjoy this episode as much as we did recording it... Enjoy this episode from our archive, and Support the show! www.patreon.com/overcrest Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast Leaving the frame Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leavingtheframe/?hl=en Maria's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ehrlichmaria/?hl=en Leaving the frame youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCa-CHSyUGq04CO-KdeNOwsg
Derek Bell - How a Legend is Made
Kris interviews endurance racing, and all around legend Derek Bell. Bell is best-known as the consummate endurance sports car driver who won the Le Mans 24 Hours five times, the Daytona 24 Hours three times and the World Sports Car Champion twice! He is considered to be the greatest British racing driver ever to compete in endurance racing. https://www.derekbell.com/ Support the show! www.patreon.com/overcrest
Twinkies, Moose(s), Battery Missiles, and Boris
The guys discuss how Twinkies relate to the car market, the UK ruins everything, and much more. Support the show! Its just $5 and makes a world of difference. www.patreon.com/overcrest Notes: UK Officially moves up the timeline for banning combustion engine vehicles... Bring a Trailer is dumb Canadians are being warned about a dangerous phenomenon.... Tesla Model 3 Crash Hurls Burning Battery Cells Into Nearby House, Starts Fire See an Emergency Crew's Shocking Way of Extinguishing an Electric Car Police Lambo transport kidney
I'll Take How Dumb are Kris and Jake for a 1000...
In honor of Alex Trebek, our good friend Joel Feder hosts Car Jeopardy to test the knowledge of Kris and Jake. Support the show for just 5 bucks! www.patreon.com/overcrest
Chicken Nuggets, Tequila, Tanks, and Restructuring Society
Tequila, Scooters, Building Back Better, and much more... Suppor the show!!!! www.patreon.com/overcrest Show notes: Biden wants zero-emission public transport VW Loves Biden... Tesla lacks a 'real kitchen’ Tesla Is Now Selling $250 Bottles Of Tequila BMW's Definition CE 04 Electric Scooter Is a Cyberpunk City-Commuter Hyundai's Official Fix for the Smelly Palisade Seats Is to.... Rivian R1T Launch Edition coming next summer Electric F150 range extender tool box Want to buy a tank?!
The Queen of Clandestine Photography
Brenda Priddy, noted automotive spy photographer, has captured some of the most iconic photos of pre-production vehicles ever taken. Her images have graced the covers of magazines and publications across the globe. Join us as we delve into how she got started, how the industry has changed, automotive camouflage, and some of her most harrowing and amazing stories from her years in the industry. Follow Brenda Priddy on Facebook, Instagram, or on her website. Support the show on Patreon!
"How fast does it go? Sixty-Five!"
The guys talk about, trying to race the police, the cheapest way to get to 200mph, 6x6 trucks, cyclecarts, the SSC, Stupid smart seatbelts and much more... Support the show! Official comment from Jerod Shelby, founder and CEO at SSC Our friend Jason from Engineering Explained also analyzed the video data Instagram rich guy offers to pay for shutting down a freeway in ND for SSC Have you heard of roborace? We finally have something we should have always had....or not. Remember us talking about the right to repair law? So….turns out the Bugatti Bolide is actually real, and I’m just an idiot… We now have an official look at the Golf R. The Ultimate Jake Mobile is for sale. The Indomitus Super Duty version not a good getaway vehicle. Fame isn’t always what its cracked up to be...
How the Beast Protects Not Only The President, but America...
From massive V16’s to oil slicks, and roofs designed to accommodate big hats, each presidential limousine had some amazing if not unbeleiveable features. In this episodes the guys talk everything from presidential horses, to the latest incarnation of presidential transportation, the Beast. Support the show! www.patreon.com/overcrest
Mr. Sandman... Bring Me a Dream
The new Tuatara is brought into question, teslas are hard to steal, Jake plans on sacrificing his wife, car renders and much more... You can support the show! Joel Feder's Article on the Tuatara Tesla Model 3 Owner Uses Car’s App To Mess With Thieves No Donuts for Broncos Bugatti makes a render of a car that it could build?
Why Hot Wheels Matter - Dima Shakhmatov
Dima Shakhmatov, Design Manager at Hot Wheels comes on the podcast to talk about growing up in Eastern Europe, coming to the United States, and snagging everyones boyhood dream job: Designing Hot Wheels. The guys also interview Luke Buamstark, an incredibly talented die cast car customizer. Check out Luke's incredible work HERE (@lukeshotwheels) and of course head over to Hot Wheels and give them a follow! Support the show on Patreon!
How the French Are Regulating ICE Cars Out of Existence
Kris rants on France's hidden motives, The guys talk road salt, and where it comes from, and how Road Solutions Inc could fix the problem with beets. Joel Feder also joins the podcast about the new HUMMER and the guys talk Cyberpunk 2077... Support the show! www.patreon.com/overcrest We have a new fastest car.... France to tax cars over 1800kg Light up Mercedes star badge breaks your Mercedes 1977 Porsche 930 Turbo Is virtually the Only Real Car in Cyberpunk 2077
Automotive Photographer - Larry Chen
Kris interviews Larry Chen, world-renowned talent in motorsport, commercial, and editorial automotive photography. Check Out Larry's Youtube Channel: Hoonigan AutoFocus! Support the show and get cool stuff!
How to feel EXTRA Lucid....
The guys dicusss the Luicid Air, Tesla, Suicide Drones, a GTI, scrap metal, Kris forgets Nostradamus, and more... Lucid Reveals Pricing Tesla Drops its price Suicide Drones Support the show! patreon.com/overcrest.