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Auto Off TopicTransAmerica Trail with Crankshaft CultureEDIT: We had Major sync issues with this one initially, I've corrected them, so please give it another listen.
Hey folks we're back with some returning guests. Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal join us on this episode and we talk their project cars, and then about driving 29 days straight on mostly dirt roads from the east coast of the U.S. to the west coast while traversing the TransAmerica Trail. We hope you enjoy listening to this adventure as much as we did.
Be sure to follow Andy and Mercedes at https://crankshaftculture.com/
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2025-11-121h 32
Think Out LoudPortlanders place second in 11-day car raceThe Alcan 5000 Rally isn’t the kind of car race you might think of. It runs from Kirkland, Washington over 5,000 miles up to the Arctic Circle over 11 days. It’s what’s known as a time-speed-distance rally, where following the course, maintaining the right speed and arriving at checkpoints on time is what matters the most. Portlanders Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal placed first in their class and second overall this year. The couple, who are both automotive journalists, have been obsessed with TSD rallies for years. They join us to talk about their win
2025-10-2317 min
The Truth About CarsHere's What It Takes To Win A Road RallyThis week on the TTAC podcast we chat with married automotive journalists Mercedes and Andy Lilienthal about what it takes to win an Arctic road rally.
TTAC contributor Matthew Guy and I discuss paint guns (for your car, not paintball) and we dig into NASCAR's wild afternoon in Las Vegas.
We thank Mercedes and Andy for their time, and we also thank Matthew for his. We thank Matt Posky for editing.
Most of all, we thank you for listening. We'll see you next time!
2025-10-171h 07
In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk ShowDirt, Gravel, and Glory: The Alcan 5000 Rally AdventureMercedes and Andy Lilienthal take us on an exhilarating journey through North America's longest road rally - the Alcan 5000. Covering a staggering 5,500 miles from Seattle to Alaska, this husband-wife team pushed their 2026 Honda Passport Trail Sport to its limits across punishing terrain and secured an impressive second-place overall finish.The conversation reveals the fascinating format of this epic adventure: daily time-speed-distance rally segments connected by long-distance travel through some of the continent's most remote regions. While competitors in the "unlimited" class relied on sophisticated rally computers, the Lilienthals triumphed in their "seat of pants" class using nothing...
2025-09-2630 min
ADV CannonballTAT Trans America Trail with Crankshaft Culture & TSD with Satish GopalkrishnanSend us a textSpecial thanks to the sponsor of this episode NICECNCMercedes and Andy Lilienthal from Crankshaft Culture drove the entire TransAmerica Trail in a Subaru! We talk about their journey, build, and preparation in detail. We also discuss the Alcan 5000 Rally and the 2024 Baltic Sea Circle Rally.Website: http://crankshaftculture.comIG: https://www.instagram.com/crankshaftculture/FB: https://www.facebook.com/crankshaftcultureTT: https://www.tiktok.com/@crankshaftcultureYT: https://www.youtube.com...
2025-08-271h 51
The Truck Show PodcastS3, E39 - Mercedes and Andy LilienthalJoin Mercedes and Andy Lilienthal as they are fresh off of a 29-day, 7,163 mile, cross-country trip along the entirety of the historic TransAmerica Trail… in a Subaru! Hear all about their epic adventure, how the Crosstrek Wilderness did, how many flats they got, and how many nights were in a hotel room. Holman also ponders the $45,000 pickup truck, and what you get for your money. The Truck Show Podcast is produced in partnership with AMSOIL, Kershaw Knives, and OVR Mag.
2025-08-091h 14
In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk Show7,100 Miles of American Backroads in a Subaru CrosstrekEver wondered what it would be like to cross America primarily on dirt roads? Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal let us ride shotgun on their extraordinary Transamerica Trail adventure – a jaw-dropping 7,100-mile journey with over 3,100 miles on unpaved terrain, all completed in just 29 days.The couple's modified 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness proved remarkably capable, conquering elevations approaching 13,000 feet in Colorado and withstanding temperatures ranging from freezing to a sweltering 111°F in Moab. Their detailed walkthrough of the vehicle's modifications reveals the thoughtful preparation behind such an ambitious journey – from the Thule rooftop tent and ARB awning to the critical Primi...
2025-07-3128 min
In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk ShowCoast-to-Coast: The Transamerica Trail AdventureMercedes and Andy Lilienthal take us on a deep dive into their ambitious plans to traverse the Transamerica Trail - a 7,100-mile network of back roads, dirt paths, and trails stretching from North Carolina to Oregon. This adventure represents the ultimate American road trip for off-road enthusiasts who want to experience the country's hidden landscapes.With years of experience between them, the Lilienthals break down the preparation required for their month-long journey. Their 2025 Subaru Crosstrek Wilderness will serve as both transportation and home base. Outfitted with a rooftop tent, recovery gear, specialized lighting, reinforced components, and carefully c...
2025-05-0530 min
In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk ShowAdventures in Travel and Partnership: The Lilienthal Rally TeamThe episode explores the journey of Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal as they participate in the Baltic Sea Circle Rally, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of traveling 5,000 miles in an electric vehicle. Their adventure illustrates the importance of communication and preparation in maintaining a healthy relationship while navigating the complexities of road tripping in modern times.• Introduction to the Latvian couple who participated in the rally • Discussing the challenges of traveling with an electric vehicle • Highlights of finding charging stations across the journey • Importance of pre-planning routes and resourceful navigation • Sharing personal and fun stories from t...
2025-01-3130 min
GT: Garage Talk162. Baltic Sea Circle Rally with the LilienthalsOn this episode, Cory reaches out to husband and wife duo Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal to catch up with them after their 7,500 km, 16-day, 9-country rally through the Baltic.
If you want to know more about this week’s guest, Mercedes supplied us with their bios down below:
Keep up with them:
Website: CrankshaftCulture.com
Twitter: @crankshaftcult
Mercedes Lilienthal: @writerwithgrit on Twitter
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2024-09-201h 09
Auto Off TopicSuperlative AdventuresWith Mercedes and Andy Lilienthal
They spend 16 days driving in the Superlative Adventure Club Baltic Sea rally, the northernmost rally in the world. It spanned 9 countries around the Baltic sea and above the Arctic circle with two crossings. Over 4k miles driven with no GPS only paper maps and on top of that, they did in an all electric VW ID. Buzz van. They also raised over $3k dollars for the Jessi Combs Foundation.
Take a listen as they tell us about this once in a lifetime trip.
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2024-08-231h 27
Cars Yeah2504: Andy & MercedesMercedes and Andy Lilienthal are a wife and husband team who competed with the Superlative Adventure Club in the 2024 Baltic Sea Circle driving the new Volkswagen ID Buzz. They drove the sixteen-day, 7,500 kilometer, 4,771 miles journey as the first team to compete in an EV that was outside of the EU and they were the only EV team this year. The event is the northernmost rally in the world covering nine countries around the Baltic Sea. Their journey included wild camping and daily rally challenges without the use of GPS using only paper maps. They raised money for the Jessi...
2024-08-0849 min
2024-08-0149 min
@overlandeurope#1 The Alcan 5000 with Mercedes and Andy LilienthalWhat with this being our very first episode, we are honoured to be joined by Mercedes and Andy Lilienthal and to talk about the INEOS Grenadier and their class win at this year's ALCAN 5000 Rally.
Mercedes and Andy, who are both automotive journalists based in the US, have a wealth of overlanding and rally experience. To find out more about their adventures, reviews and hands-on off-road tips, visit their website and follow them on Instagram and Facebook
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2024-05-101h 08
GT: Garage Talk160. Taking on the Alcan Rally in an INEOS GrenadierOn this week's episode, Cory reaches out to husband and wife duo Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal to catch up with them after their 5,000 mile, 10-day time-speed-distance rally through the Pacific Northwest up into the Arctic.
If you want to know more about this week’s guest, Mercedes supplied us with their bios down below:
Keep up with them:
Website: CrankshaftCulture.com
Twitter: @crankshaftcult
Mercedes Lilienthal: @writerwithgrit on Twitter
Subscribe to our YouTube Channel so you never miss a Car Review
Be sure to join the...
2024-05-1054 min
In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk ShowConquering the Alcan 5000: Rally Racing Adventures and the Grit Behind the WheelBuckle up for an exhilarating ride with rally champions Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal as they steer us through their bone-chilling conquest in the Alcan 5000. Their tale isn't just about the miles; it's a masterclass in precision driving through winter's worst without the crutch of modern tech. In a tale that encapsulates the raw, unforgiving nature of rally racing, the Lilienthals reveal how their trusty 2024 Ineos Grenadier weathered the icy gauntlet, emerging not just as a winner, but as a seasoned warrior of the Arctic.The spirit of adventure doesn't end there; we salute the grit of all 36...
2024-04-0430 min
The Truck Show PodcastS2, E64 - The Lilienthals, the Alcan 5000, and an INEOS GrenadierAndy and Mercedes Lilienthal are going on an Alcan 5000 adventure in an INEOS Grenadier, the Cybertruck gets Tracks, and Nissan is granted a surprising patent. The guys also dig in on the best values in used trucks. The Truck Show Podcast is proudly presented by Nissan in association with Banks Power.
2024-02-181h 17
In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk ShowConquering the Wild: The Ineos Grenadier SUV and the Alcan 5000 Rally AdventureEmbark on an automotive adventure as we reveal the rugged elegance of the Ineos Grenadier SUV, with our insightful guides Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal at the Ron Tonkin Gran Turismo dealership. The Grenadier emerges as a homage to the classic Land Rover Defender, equipped with a mighty BMW three-liter inline-six engine and a ZF automatic transmission for conquering untamed territories. Experience how its off-road capabilities, including triple lock differentials and a two-speed transfer case, redefine the 4x4 landscape. Our conversation drives you through the vehicle's design philosophy and practical features that make it a relentless force against any challenge...
2024-02-1629 min
Cars Yeah2462: Mercedes & AndyMercedes and Andy Lilienthal are a wife and husband team who are competing in the 2024 Alcan 5000 Rally driving the new INEOS Grenadier. They will tackle a ten-day, 5,000 miles journey of blisteringly cold temps, navigating their way through treacherous conditions, abundantly large wildlife, and fighting off sleep deprivation. Their INEOS Grenadier is from INEOS Automotive, a new automaker. This 4x4 workhorse is a powerhouse of new, innovation. It’s a recently developed vehicle designed to fulfill a marketplace gap after Jaguar Land Rover (now JLR) stopped production on its famed boxy Defender in 2016 and went after the luxury and technology se...
2024-01-2241 min
In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk ShowRallying Through the Arctic with the Ineos Grenadier - Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal!Strap in for a wild ride with rally enthusiasts Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal, with Crankshaft Culture, as they take us behind the scenes of beginning their preparations for the grueling Alcan 5000 winter rally. With a no-holds-barred approach, they reveal what it takes to conquer a 5000-mile gauntlet in the grip of Arctic temperatures, sharing the pulse-pounding excitement and the meticulous preparation needed for such an extreme motorsport event. The Lilienthal's also give us a glimpse into their rugged journey piloting the new Ineos Grenadier SUV, designed to withstand the rally's punishing conditions. This episode is a celebration of endurance...
2024-01-0729 min
The Underpowered Hour2023 Clip Show looking back on the top episodes of the yearIn this episode, we're looking back at the year. Remember when we chatted with Mercedes Lilienthal about the Ineos Grenadier? Or Ike, Jenna, and Linus on a road trip to the Cooma Land Rover festival? It's a wonder no one died!
We also got some in-person time with the legendary Duncan Barbour and Bob Ives while Liza and Steve were in the UK. 2023 was packed with events, too, like the G4 Recreation, Defender Trophy, and Destination Defender. And 2024 promises to be just as exciting, with more great podcast episodes, YouTube shorts, and events starting with Overland Expo...
2024-01-0131 min
GT: Garage Talk158. Team Nor'Wester Takes on RebelleOn this week's episode, Cory catches up with Mercedes Lilienthal and Emily Winslow who piloted their bone-stock Honda Pilot over 1,500 miles through the desert in this year's running of the Rebelle Rally. They discuss everything from what it was like after competing last year in the PHEV Jeep Wrangler Rubicon or previously in the electric VW ID.4.
You can find more from Mercedes at:
Website: CrankshaftCulture.com
Twitter: @crankshaftcult & @writerwithgrit
Instagram: @mercedes_lilienthal
And you can follow Emily at: @dermie_kat on Instagram
Listen to last year's inte...
2023-12-011h 01
In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk ShowThrills, Trials, and Triumphs: The Rebelle Rally Experience and a look at the GLS 450!Get ready to shift gears and hit the off-road with Mercedes, Lilienthal, and Emily Winslow as we learn about the exhilaration and challenges of the seven-day Rebelle Rally. This adrenaline-fueled episode takes you straight into the driver's seat, navigating through the complexities of this unique event where electronics take a back seat to traditional paper maps, compass, and dead reckoning. Our guests, seasoned rally veterans, share their journey and experiences across the gruelling terrains. With Emily at the helm as the navigator, and the duo having partnered three times, you are sure to get a first-hand account of the...
2023-11-1030 min
In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk ShowKeep'n up with the Lilienthal's and Konrad's Car Clinic! Join us for some overlanding adventure with our favorite dynamic duo, Andy and Mercedes, the Lilienthals! They'll fill us in on their thrilling summer plans, teaming up with Subaru of America and the Outback Wilderness from their Alcan 5000 run. Plus, they'll reveal how they'll be traveling across the nation to attend Subi Fest events alongside Subaru Motorsports drivers, and give us the scoop on their car being restored to full rally spec! We'll also learn about their unique Delica and EGOE interior camping setup for van life, as well as their DINOOT trailer and Nest Box Super Tramp from EG...
2023-06-0729 min
Horsepower HeritageOffroading, Et Cetera with Andy & Mercedes LilienthalHusband and wife team Andy and Mercedes are back to talk more offroad stuff- from the new INEOS Grenadier to the ALCAN Rally, winching and more.Andy Lilienthal is a lifelong car guy and product specialist at Warn Industries. Mercedes Lilienthal is an automotive journalist and adventurer. Together they're the creators of Crankshaft Culture, an online automotive community and YouTube channel that brings all sorts of car people together, from tuners to 4x4s. FOLLOW CRANKSHAFT CULTURE:https://crankshaftculture.comSUPPORT THE POD:
2023-05-051h 05The Underpowered HourEverything You Need to Know About the Ineos Grenadier with Mercedes Lilienthal of Crankshaft CultureFor many, the Ineos Grenadier is a callback to the Defender of old. But can it live up to Defender's iconic history? This week, we are joined by Mercedes Lilienthal of Crankshaft Culture. An automotive journalist who has been published by Forbes, NY Times, Tread Magazine, and countless other publications, Mercedes knows her stuff when it comes to cars. She had the opportunity to drive the Ineos Grenadier on two separate occasions, and has a lot to say about its place in the market, its impressive off roading features, and its capabilities. We dive in deep to talk about...
2023-03-0658 min
Subie & YOU!S&YE110 - Crankshaft CultureSend us a textWe had Andy and Mercedes on the podcast to talk about their Subaru journey, participating in Rally events, driving manual cars, and the many adventures they’ve had.Links from the show, links to sponsors and discount partners, and ways to support the podcast:Crankshaft Culture Instagram:https://instagram.com/crankshaftculture?igshid=NTdlMDg3MTY=Facebook:www.facebook.com/crankshaftculture Twitter:https://twitter.com/crankshaftcultYouTube:www.youtube.com/@cra...
2023-02-271h 36
Off The Road AgainAndy & Mercedes Lilienthal, Rebelle Rally, Alcan Rally & Ultimate Overland Rally - Episode 147Ross and Chris welcome Andy & Mercedes Lilienthal back to the show. They both run Crankshaft Culture. Mercedes competed in the Rebelle Rally in a Jeep Wrangler 4xe Rubicon. Andy attended the Four Wheeler Overland Adventure trip. They both participated in the Alcan Rally this winter. Andy and Mercedes also own a Subaru CrossTrek, a couple of Pajeros, and a #traveltractor Mitsubishi Delica, which is routinely in the Warn Industries booth at Expos.
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2023-01-181h 07
GT: Garage Talk147. From ICE, to EV, to PHEV: These Rebelles Have Done it AllOn this week's episode, Cory catches up with Mercedes Lilienthal and Emily Winslow who piloted the 2023 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon 4xe over 1,400 miles through the desert in this year's running of the Rebelle Rally. They discuss everything from what it was like after competing last year in the all elected VW ID.4 Crossover.
You can find more from Mercedes at:
Website: CrankshaftCulture.com
Twitter: @crankshaftcult & @writerwithgrit
Instagram: @mercedes_lilienthal
And you can follow Emily at: @dermie_kat on Instagram
Listen to last year's interview covering their trip in th...
2022-12-1649 min
In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk ShowLooking for Christmas gifts for the auto enthusiast? Check out these suggestions...Joining us from the West Coast, it is the traveling Lilienthals!Andy and Mercedes are very much involved in the automotive enthusiast world and in the process, they do a lot of traveling. We asked them to share some of the items that they have found in their travels that many of us could be interested in, particularly for a Christmas gift.Join us as for our interview with Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal and you can find even more @crankshaftculture ---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time Car Talk any time? In W...
2022-12-1430 min
In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk ShowIt is the Lilienthals! We are talking SEMA, ALCAN 5000, Rebelle Ralley and more!It is often said that the family that plays together, stays together, or maybe it is works together stays together. Regardless, it is great to see a couple making the most of life, together, as much as they can. Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal are a very active couple, and they are also involved in their own exploits, like the Women Only Rebelle Rally. Mercedes has entered this event multiple times, but not to be left out, Andy and Mercedes partnered up for the Alcan 5000. Multiple times. So we like hearing about their latest exploits, and they...
2022-11-1130 min
GT: Garage Talk137. 5,000 Miles in a SubaruOn this week's episode, Cory reaches out to husband and wife duo Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal to catch up with them after their 5,000 mile, 10-day time-speed-distance rally through the Pacific Northwest up into the Arctic. If you want to know more about this week’s guest, Mercedes supplied us with their bios down below:
Keep up with them:
Website: CrankshaftCulture.com
Twitter: @crankshaftcult
Mercedes Lilienthal: @writerwithgrit on Twitter
Check out their pictures from the event:
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2022-09-301h 05
The Truck Show PodcastFord F-150 Lightning, Government Overreach Or Enforcement, Alcan 5000Holman gets his hands on a Ford F-150 Lightning and the discussion ensues, the guys talk to enthusiast Mike Sebold who was contacted by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection after listing his truck on Facebook Marketplace, and Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal talk about their participation in the epic Alcan 5000.
2022-08-082h 02
Auto Off TopicDigital NomadsMercedes and Andy Lilienthal are back, two of our favorite guests and they give use preview of the Summer Alcan 5000 Rally they'll be running durning late August/September.
Andy Lilienthal (Driver) is a die-hard gearhead. He's written about cars professionally since 1999 and has worked in the automotive aftermarket for 16 years, mostly at Warn Industries, the leader in vehicle recovery winches. Andy is an advanced off-road driver, teaches vehicle recovery classes, and writes about outdoor, off-road, and automotive topics for outlets like TREAD Magazine, Petersen's 4Wheel & Off-Road, Gear Junkie, The Truth About Cars, and more. He's also appeared i...
2022-07-081h 35
GT: Garage Talk122. Life, Marriage, and Rally Advice from the LilienthalsOn this week's episode, Cory reaches out to husband and wife duo Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal as they prepare for their running of the summer 2022 Alcan 5000 Rally in the Pacific Northwest in a brand new Subaru Outback Wilderness. Along the way some sound life and marriage advice was also shared, as well as tips for handling a rally yourself. If you want to know more about this week’s guest, Mercedes supplied us with their bios down below:
Keep up with them:
Website: CrankshaftCulture.com
Twitter: @crankshaftcult
Mercedes Lilienthal: @writerwithgrit on Twitter
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2022-06-1758 min
Horsepower HeritageOverlanding with Andy & Mercedes LilienthalAndy and Mercedes are a husband and wife team of automotive journalists who got hooked by Japanese Domestic Market 4x4s and now have a fleet of Pajero and Delica workhorses that take them into the wild on a regular basis. In this episode we talk about their writing, off-roading and the simples joys (and frustrations) of being gear heads. SUPPORT THE POD:https://www.buymeacoffee.com/hpheritageSUPPORT OUR SPONSORS:http://modelcitizendiecast.comhttps://drivetowardacure.org
2022-05-0439 min
Women's Motorsports Network Podcast & Let's Talk Racing LIVEEpisode 159: Mercedes Lilienthal, Woman in Motorsports Rally driver and co-driverSend us a textSee show notes in Blog.Support the showFACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/womensmotorsportsnetworkandpodcast INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/womensmotorsportsnetwork/ LINKEDIN: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melindarussell/ TIKTOK: https://www.linkedin.com/in/melindarussell/ X: https://x.com/IWMANation FACEBOOK Personal Page: https://www.facebook.com/melinda.ann.russell
2022-02-1559 min
Off The Road AgainWarn Winches, Andy Lilienthal - Episode 106Ross and Chris welcome Andy Lilienthal of Warn Industries to the show. Andy is the Strategic Communication Manager for Warn. He and his wife, Mercedes, run Crankshaft Culture as well. The guys discuss winches, winching, non-automotive applications, and some interesting videos of massive things moving with Warn products. Also discussed is the 2021 Ford Raptor winning Four Wheeler's Pickup Truck of the Year and the 2022 Toyota Tundra Capstone. Ross updates about his "new" phone mount in the GX and Chris laments no updates for the #Dadburban.
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2022-01-261h 24
Femcanic GarageEP.88: Mercedes Lilienthial—“A Longing for Change Becomes a Thought, Then It Becomes a Desire, and Then It Becomes a Necessity!”Mercedes Lilienthal is an Oregon-based freelance photojournalist who contributes to The New York Times and several automotive outlets like Car and Driver, Forbes Wheels, Autoblog, and more. Additionally, she is the Editor-At-Large of TREAD Magazine and Feature Editor of Toyota Cruisers & Trucks. Mercedes focuses her work on the automotive industry with particular interest in vehicular adventure travel and inspiring women within the industry. As a child, Mercedes never even considered that a career in the automotive industry was an option for her, but through adventures with her husband, she discovered her love for it and jumped right into it head...
2021-11-101h 09Femcanic Garage PodcastEP.88: Mercedes Lilienthial—“A Longing for Change Becomes a Thought, Then It Becomes a Desire, and Then It Becomes a Necessity!”Mercedes Lilienthal is an Oregon-based freelance photojournalist who contributes to The New York Times and several automotive outlets like Car and Driver, Forbes Wheels, Autoblog, and more. Additionally, she is the Editor-At-Large of TREAD Magazine and Feature Editor of Toyota Cruisers & Trucks. Mercedes focuses her work on the automotive industry with particular interest in vehicular adventure travel and inspiring women within the industry. As a child, Mercedes never even considered that a career in the automotive industry was an option for her, but through adventures with her husband, she discovered her love for it and jumped right into it head...
2021-11-101h 09
GT: Garage Talk90. Rebelle Rally in a Full EV!On this week's episode Matt and Cory discuss all things Rebelle Rally with Mercedes Lilienthal and Emily Winslow who piloted the 2022 Volkswagen ID.4 AWD over 1,400 miles through the desert!
You can find more from Mercedes at: @mercedes_lilienthal on Instagram and at Crankshaft Culture
And you can follow Emily at: @dermie_kat on Instagram
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2021-11-051h 09
Our Auto ExpertHonda Civic Production Comes To The States, The Inside Scoop On The 2022 RAM TRX 1500, And A Look At The 2021 Rebelle Rally - 10-23-2021Topics for Nik Miles, Automatic Andy, and Truck Girl Jen:
Nik took to the roads in the 2022 Subaru Forester, and will share his thoughts on the ride
Honda's Carl C. Pulley tells us why Honda Civic production is coming to the state of Indiana
Andy's Top 5 favorite things about the 2022 Volkswagen Taos
RAM's Carl Lally tells us what kind of sweet features you will find in the 2022 RAM TRX 1500
She's currently an automotive journalist, but three years ago she was behind the wheel during the Rebelle Rally. Mercedes Lilienthal joins us to give us a unique perspective in...
2021-10-271h 19
DriveTime Radio with New York VinnieDwarf Cars with Mercedes Lilienthal | Mazda CX - 9This week on DriveTime Radio, New York Vinnie begins by reminiscing about the Good Humor ice cream trucks and how they were an icon of the summer. Then, Mercedes Lilienthal from caranddriver.com joins the program to introduce the idea of dwarf cars, and how a man named Ernie Adams is fabricating small, driveable replicas of real life automobiles out of trashed refrigerators that can even race! This week, Vinnie drives the Toyota Highlander and reviews the 2021 Mazda CX-9 on the DriveTime Road Test
2021-09-0452 min
The Avants PodcastLiving That Crankshaft CultureOn this weeks episode we talk to Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal of CrankshaftCulture.com. They also are automotive journalists, work for our friends at Warn Winches, and are active Avants members! These two REALLY walk the walk as well as talk the talk. We cover everything from the Alcan to not defining Overlanding and everything between. There’s a lot here, so kick back, relax, and enjoy the drive these two take us on.
Check out more from Andy and Mercedes at Crankshaftcutlure.com and on Instagram!
2021-06-251h 12
Cars YeahMercedes Lilienthal Crankshaft CultureMercedes Lilienthal is an award-winning photojournalist and PR/marketing consultant that creates unique content involving vehicular adventure travel, the automotive industry as a whole, and women making a difference within it. She and her husband Andy, run a blog site and related social pages called Crankshaft Culture.
2021-04-1552 minAuto Off TopicSour Toe CocktailYou can listen fast, you can listen slow, but your lips must touch this podcast toe.
Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal join us again and tell us all about their adventure that was the ALCAN 5000 winter rally.
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2020-03-191h 11
Our Auto Expert3-14-2020 - Car Safety When It Comes To The Coronavirus, Taking A Look At The AMG GLE 63 S CoupeTopics for Nik Miles and Truck Girl Jen:
Mercedes Lilienthal talks about her adventures in the Alcan 500
Mercedes-Benz AMG Product Manager Keri Richardson has the details on the new GLE 63
MSN's Perry Stern touches on a list of topics including the his ultimate road trip with McLaren and the Mercedes-Benz launch of the GLS and GLE
Nik and Jen discuss how to protect yourself from the Coronavirus when renting a car or taking ride sharing services
Anton Wahlman reports on why China is going at the USA, and the latest from Polestar
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2020-03-161h 14Auto Off TopicA Couple of Free Range DamesOn this episode Brad and Andrew get to talk with Mercedes Lilienthal and Elise Bent. These two women recently competed in the 2018 Rebelle Rally. A 2500 kilometer traditional navigational challenge rally across the Nevada and California desert.
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2018-11-081h 00
GHT Overland - The Overlanding, Adventure Travel PodcastTeam Free Range DamesVisit GHToverland.com/podcasts for all our Overland Podcasts with comprehensive notes for each episode.We had the privilege of catching up with Team Free Range Dames at the NW Overland Rally in Plain, WA. After a short conversation with Elise, seeing her passion along with her genuine persona, we knew having her and her partner Mercedes on the podcast was something you would find great value in. Enjoy this live interview from our booth at the rally as we learn about their story and the importance of their message.Elise and Mercedes are two women...
2018-07-1235 minAuto Off TopicTRACTORS FROM SPACE!Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal from the blog sites Sub Compact Culture and Crankshaft Culture stopped by the AOT studio and talked about being life long car enthusiasts. The two of them blog about sub compact cars, and automotive based adventures. As a bonus , Andy and Mercedes are both vintage Mitsubishi enthusiasts. The two of them own both, a RHD 4x4 Delica and SWB Pajero.
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2018-04-191h 12