Overcrest
Kris Clewell / Overcrest
Updated 6 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 (554)
The Crazy Story of Uwe Gemballa
Uwe Gemballa started a legendary Porsche tuning company before losing it all. In this episode, Jake brings us the story of a renown supercar tuner who got mixed up in the criminal underworld. The guys also talk about their personal projects and get into some news. Whoa tesla, whoa, what are you doing AAA is sick of all the technology names VW to give MEB platform to Ford Well this is disgusting.... Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast!
Outlaw Racing Legend Alex Roy
Legendary Outlaw racing and one time trans-american drive record holder Alex Roy joins the podcast to talk about his history with outlaw racing and the Human Driving Association. The guys talk with Alex in depth on autonomous driving, its future, and how we can maintain our right to drive. www.humandriving.org Notes: Well that backfired. Big Brother is going to be Watching Viva la revolucion Here we go again at the autobahn… Your car is going to be an xbox. Laser headlights are coming Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast
Jeff Brown from Griots Garage
Jeff Brown a detailing savant from Griots Garage comes on to talk about his journey's in detailing, griots garage, and we take some listener detailing questions. The guys also talk about the new Supra, universal cars everyone should like, a guy drives a car into the ocean, and Kris goes off on a local car dealership. The universal everyone likes these cars list Florida Man Confesses to Cops, Says 'Jesus Told Me To' Thanks for listening to another episode of Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast
The California Exhaust Debacle
In this episode, the guys dig to the bottom of the law that's setting social media on fire. On the podcast is California Assemblyman Jay Obernolte, California Highway Patrol Officer Leffler, a covert interview with a referee, And the founder of the online Petition concerning ab 1824. We also hear from Phil Ting's office on AB 40, the new bill to ban the internal combustion engine. The guys talk the serious stuff but also some of the lighthearted sides of this fiasco. They also take some news, and a listener voicemail. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast Check the petition out here! Original Instagram video of the officer here EEE EEE EEE lady Next VW GTI Could have over 300hp Rich People Have Taste Wow, the Harley Davidson Live Wire is.... Expensive. New laws say women and men must be charged the same for car insurance Warming your car up hurts the engine? Man drives car into porsche dealership due to breakup Tesla is sued for making an unreasonably dangerous car
The World's First Road Race
Monday's episode is live! Jake dug deep to fill us in on the first road race ever and about what it took to get there. It's Kris' birthday, so Jake plays some voicemails from friends, fans, and family. Kris invents Tinder for Cars, and despite the holidays, there's some great news to discuss! Enjoy this weeks episode of Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast News Links: It's 2019 - you can now import the Audi RS2!!!!! Porsche will call its top Taycan 'Turbo' despite the absence of a turbo Turbo, by Faberge Denver International Airport ghost steals car, gives it back 4 months later 1,000-mph Bloodhound SSC effort saved! BMW AND PORSCHE PROMISE 3-MINUTE EV CHARGING
Best of Overcrest: 2018
The MarkP stops in to the studio to chat about the Volkswagen scene, wagenwerks, awol.tv, worthersee, and more. The guys also recap some of their favorite moments from 2018!
A Very Special Christmas Special
An *incredible* surprise guest joins us on today's episode. In addition, the guys talk about Christmas shopping and future modern collectibles. They also take listener questions/comments and chat about the news. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast
The True Story of a Buried Ferrari
You may think you know the whole story, but you don't. Join us as Jake takes us through the meandering history of the Dino found buried in the California dirt. The guys also talk about their projects, Jake has what Kris thinks is a typical RS4 owner rant, and Kris digs up some news. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast.
Pop Legend John Oates, Emory 356's, and Jakes Garage
John Oates from legendary pop duo Hall + Oates joins us to discuss his history with cars and his Rod Emory build. Kris continues to complain and waffle on his 911 project while Jake only hangs a TV in his garage. The guys also take a great listener voicemail and discuss some interesting news stories from the week. Thanks for listening to Overcrest, A Pretty Good Podcast about Cars.
Alone in Your Helmet - Michael Ruppert's Trip Across South America
Michael Ruppert, perennial adventurer joins us to talk about his extensive exploration on a BMW GS 1200 Motorcycle. From North to South across South America, Michael talks about his trials, tribulations, and what a trip like this means for ourselves, and even society. We also ask Michael about his Safari 911, and if it would make the journey. The guys also talk about the new 992 911 Chassis, Rivian, the new kid on the EV street, and Joel Feder from Motor Authority joins the podcast from the LA auto show to discuss the contrast between Tesla and Rivian. Thanks for listening to Overcrest, A Pretty Good Podcast about Cars.
Never meet your heroes - unless its a Lamborghini
Join us this week as we learn of a tractor manufacturer driven to spite Ferrari - the story of Lamborghini. We also hear from international journalist, Kevin Hackett, on his experiences driving Lamborghini's own Miura SV. The guys also talk news, and learn why Kris isn't allowed to own a truck.
Kurt Oblinger: "Bring cash, we might get arrested"
Kurt Oblinger joins us to tell us stories about oldschool motorsports photography, and what shooting at the track in the 70's was like. He also tells us a killer story about some fun in a Ferrari Daytona. Jake and Kris talk about their projects, Kris complains about winter, listener questions are answered, and the guys get into some news. news: New Show, Proving Grounds on NBC Ford Cozy’ing up to volkswagen. Tesla lying to us. Sort of. Bullet Proof Jeep to fight Terrorists Senna GTR Confirmed Electric cars can go faster in Austria Vw does a truck, in south america...
Ray Shaffer from Porsche Classic
Ray Shaffer from Porsche classic is in for an interview on today's episode! We talk Ray's history with cars and motoring. We also touch on the Carrera GT recommission, project gold, Porsche Classic and more. Jake and Kris also chat about the incredible Wild Cherry Van disaster that's currently in the news.
The Whittington Brothers and their Porsche 935 K3
Jake brings us back to the history of the Whittington brothers, the guys who won the 1979 24 hours of Lemans in a K3 they bought just moments before starting the race....
Overcrest's Best cars of the 1980's
In this episode is Kris' top 5 list of cars built in the 1980's. Kris pulls up some legendary archival interview from his past to bolster his case on the #1 car. Kris also discusses doing his master cylinder, potentially changing up his engine, while Jake talks about things he wants to do to his car, and almost stuffing it into a guardrail. Hit us up on social if you think I missed a car!
5700 miles to Rennsport pt. 3
The final installment of the epic 5700-mile round trip journey to Rennsport. Kris' wife Jes joins us on this episode to recount their journey together.
5700 miles to Rennsport pt. 1
Part 1 of the story of Kris' 5700 mile round trip journey to Rennsport, the biggest Porsche event in the world.
The Garagisode
Welcome to the 'Garagisode'. This week we feature a slightly different format and discuss the place where we keep and work on our cars - the garage. We explore what makes a good garage, decide what tools are essential, and talk about our experiences over the years. Jake dreams big, and Kris goes off on a rant.... again.
The Interstate an in-depth history...
Join us for another crazy story of motoring history. This week, Jake tells us the origin of the United States Interstate highway system. Cross country jouneys, Nazis, presidents, and land speed records, oh my!
So much to say, so little time...
In episode 62 Kris drives a Gt3, wants to swap a 934 motor into his car, and further spins into a motor swap rabbit hole. The guys recorded a longer episode by popular request, including a ton of news, and some voicemails. It's a fun episode, hope you all enjoy!
Hollywood Stuntdriver Susan Purkhiser
Susan "Purki" Purkhiser calls in to discuss being a hollywood stuntwoman, and stunt driver. The guys talk about Jake's 911 being a boat, Kris being a convoluted mess, and how Acura is ruining everything for everyone.
Prepare to be Electrified Pt. 2
Jake and Kris wrap up the conversation on the history of EV cars.
Elon Musk is Up in Smoke
Kris yells at Jake for being Jake, Porsche builds a new 993, Volkswagen does something dumb, and the guys wonder if Elon musk even inhaled.
Prepare to be Electrified Pt. 1
Jake schools Kris on the early history of the electric cars. The late 1800's saw electric cars outselling steam and gasoline cars 10 to 1. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast
Porsche has built a carbon fiber hammer...
Join Kris and Jake this week as they announce the winner of the Momo steering wheel giveaway and discuss their ongoing Porsche projects. We also hear about Kris’ experience driving the incredible new Porsche GT2 RS, some of the cars sold at Monterey car week, and the guys debate the benefits of putting lampshades on your wheels… Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast