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Overcrest Betim Berisha / What the Mountain TakesBetim Berisha is the founder of BBi Autosport in Huntington Beach, California. Porsche tuner. Engine builder. Pikes Peak veteran. He and his team at BBi built the Hoonipigasus for Ken Block, developed the new Project Evo, launched Type 99 as a coach-built 911 program, and have taken cars up the mountain for over a decade alongside drivers like Jeff Zwart and Loni Unser.This is his second time on Overcrest. The first episode is the origin story. These two belong together. Start there if you haven't heard it. Check out Type99 here.Support this show:

2026-04-0957 min

Overcrest Being Bald / The Most Important Top 10 List Ever MadeThis episode covers 4,000 years of baldness from ancient Egypt to the modern era. We talk about pirates, wigs held together with bobby pins, a reform school kid who became champion, a man who fought an empire without raising a fist, and the most famous silhouette in history.New episodes every week. Subscribe and join the Overcrest Driving Team for exclusive content drops.🔗 LINKSOvercrest Driving Team: overcrestproductions.com/driversclubMobil1: https://www.mobil.com/en/lubricants/for-personal-vehicles/our-products/motor-oils/FCP Euro: fcpeuro.comNokian Tir...

2026-03-191h 17

Overcrest The Afterglow / Overcrest Rally AppalachiaKris and Jake catch up after the 2025 Overcrest Rally, reflecting on how it moved people and what makes each year feel different. Between heartfelt moments, slot car chaos, and roadside repairs, they share the highs, frustrations, and can't put your finger on it satisfaction that come from building something real with a community that keeps showing up.Support Overcrest:https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

2025-10-241h 21

Overcrest Zak Depiero / Rust to RedemptionZak DePiero is a photographer, fabricator, filmmaker, and former professional skateboarder. He and his longtime friend Kevin Wandelear set out on a raw, self built, cross-country journey in a 1947 Autocar truck with deep roots in their hometown. Along the way, they faced the kind of chaos only a vintage build can deliver, broken oil pans, roadside fixes, and the kind of "type 2 fun" that becomes unforgettable. The trip wasn’t just about the miles or the metal—it was about chasing stories, connecting with history, and doing it all on their own terms. The Overcrest Foundation was proud to supp...

2025-06-181h 43

2025-06-161h 44

Overcrest The Road to Air | WaterIn this episode, Kris, Jake, and Jeff recap a packed week of Overcrest adventures in California. From selling Jake’s 944 Turbo at Air|Water, chasing heavy equipment across the desert, and launching the Overcrest Foundation, to ghost towns, Eagle Mountain, Garage 79, and rally FOMO, it is the full story of one of the busiest springs Overcrest has ever had.Support this Show:https://www.overcrestproductions.com/...

2025-05-011h 26

Overcrest The Incredibly Daring Thing the U.S. Army *Almost* DidKris and Jake are joined by special guest Kash to uncover a bold and nearly unbelievable U.S. Army operation tied to Iran’s strategic role during World War II. This episode of Overcrest dives into the fascinating engineering feats and untold stories that emerged from wartime necessity. Alongside sharp commentary and plenty of laughs, the crew explores Iran’s ancient history, its pivotal WWII significance, and how military innovation often shapes the world. If you’re into U.S. Army history, wartime engineering, or Overcrest’s unique storytelling, this episode delivers. Support this show! ⁠https://ww...

2024-12-1251 min

Overcrest Roadtrip Recap / California Dreaming / 3000 Miles in an e23In this episode of the Overcrest Podcast, Kris and Jake share stories from the road, including the highs and lows of driving a Lancia Delta Integrale Evo II, unexpected breakdowns, and the philosophy of long road trips. They also discuss exciting Overcrest projects in California and Jake’s search for the perfect off-road vehicle for overlanding adventures. Support this show: https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

2024-11-211h 24

Overcrest The Overcrest Rally / How, and Why We Do ItKris, Jake, and Jeff break down the creative process, the challenges they faced, and the unforgettable moments of the Arkansas Overcrest Rally. From wild road stories to last-minute surprises, the team shares how they crafted this year's event. Whether you're a rally veteran or just curious about what it takes to organize the rally, this episode gives you an inside look at how Overcrest comes together on and off the road. Perfect for gearheads, road trip lovers, and anyone who's ever wanted to "wing it" and hit the open road. Support this show: ...

2024-10-161h 35

Overcrest Steve Pelletier / Sneakers and StorytellingSteve "Pelle" Pelletier is a legendary Nike sneaker designer known for his storytelling through design. From his early days at Burton Snowboards to revolutionizing snowboard boots and iconic sneakers at Nike, Pelle shares his creative process and the challenges of product development. Explore the rebellious culture of Nike SB, the impact of Magnus Walker's car culture, and the significance of brand association in shoe design. Discover how a passion ending back injury led Pelle to a passion for car culture and how good people, Donuts and Drip, and the Overcrest rally shaped his journey. ...

2024-05-291h 42

Overcrest Mexico City to Newfoundland in a VW BeetleManuel and Maria share their journey around the world from Mexico City to Newfoundland Canada. In a Beetle! They're working on a film with the journey, 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... Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Podcast Leaving the frame Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leavingtheframe/?hl=en Maria's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ehrlichmaria/?hl=en Leaving th...

2024-03-281h 24

Overcrest How A Piece of Shit Car Saved My Life: TeaserThe intro to an article written for Road and Track on the topic of how a project car helped Kris cope with mental health. Hear more content like this, and a ton of other exclusive content by joining the Overcrest Drivers Club. http://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support

2023-09-2102 min

Overcrest Who Won the Overcrest Free Ride Trip?K&J reveal the winner of the Eric Augustyn Overcrest Free Ride Scholarship. Byron and Khalil from Leichtbauwerkstatt come on to chat about their shop and building the BMW E30. Join the Drivers Club and support Overcrest: https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub https://overcrestproductions.com/pages/scholarship https://www.instagram.com/leichtbauwerkstatt

2023-09-1350 min

Overcrest Overcrest LIVE - The ethos of exploration, and an unknown historyJake dives deep into the Overcrest archives for our first ever live podcast recording. Kris recounts the Yugo adventure, the merits of automotive exploration, and Jake dives deep into a lesser known chapter of BMW's history… Check out our Sponsors: autoanon.com mypetrolbox.com Check out the Drivers Club! overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

2023-05-1945 min

Overcrest Overcrest Title TrackYou asked for it, you got it. Here is the unabridged Overcrest Title Track....

2023-01-0402 min

Overcrest Rutledge WoodWith Kris out of the studio this week, we wanted to re-release this throwback: Rutledge Wood joins the podcast to talk about the beginning and end of Top Gear USA, stories from the show, his history with cars, the RWB 911, VW Rabbits, why the new supra is cool and much more... The guys also discuss some car projects. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast www.patreon.com/overcrest

2022-08-151h 22

Overcrest Everything You’re Missing - The Overcrest Drivers ClubWe wanted to give everyone a little taste of what our Driver's Club members get with an exclusive episode from last fall. In this previously unaired episode, Jake and Kris talk about selling the Escort and Pinto, Jake not buying what he should, the Trooper project, and much much more... Support us by joining the Overcrest Drivers Club, and get access to all of our private episodes!

2022-04-2538 min

Overcrest Brandon McCarthy / The Religion of Cars and ExplorationKris interviews Brandon about his trip to go get his 1969 AMC Javelin. Join the Overcrest Drivers Club! https://www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support

2022-04-181h 54

Overcrest How to (not) Die in Mexico - Brandon McCarthyThe true story of how a down and out man got buried, found redemption and then solace on a Honda X650R in Mexico. As told by the man himself. This episode is a top tier Overcrest interview, and will go down in podcast history. Enjoy. Support this show: www.overcrestproductions.com/driversclub --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/overcrest/support

2021-12-032h 45

Overcrest Drag Cars, Batmobiles, Robocop, Knight Rider, and the longest Limo Ever MadeJay Ohrberg is a car builder and collector that built some of the most famous movie cars of all time as well as the longest and most absurd limousine ever created. We delve into this 100-foot long, 26-wheel, helipad-carrying beast, and where it is today. Check out the Overcrest Drivers Club and SUPPORT Overcrest! https://overcrestproductions.com/driversclub

2021-11-261h 19

Overcrest Robert Bryce - How Electricity Explains the WorldRobert Bryce is an author, journalist, film producer, and podcaster. He has been writing about energy, power, innovation, and politics for three decades. He’s a research fellow at the Austin-based Foundation for Research on Equal Opportunity, a contributing writer at Forbes, the host of the PowerHungry Podcast, and the author of six books. His new feature-length documentary, Juice: How Electricity Explains the World is available now. https://robertbryce.com/power-hungry-podcast/ Join the Overcrest Drivers Club and Support this content! https://www.patreon.com/overcrest

2021-09-1058 min

Overcrest Recounting The Death of the Best Racetrack In The WorldThe biggest, best, and most advanced racetrack every built in its time lasted only a few years, and just a couple of races. What happened? What was it? Please support the show by joining the Overcrest Drivers Club! https://www.patreon.com/overcrest Source: http://collections.mnhs.org/MNHistoryMagazine/articles/60/v60i08p304-311.pdf

2021-05-3149 min

Overcrest Jake Puts the Lotion on His Skin. No Hose Edition.The guys discuss projects, Jake buys a new vehicle, and Kris talks about filming Gadisa, an Ethiopian immigrant who shows us all what purity of enthusiasm and happiness really is. Support the show! Join the Overcrest Drivers Club!!! https://www.patreon.com/overcrest

2021-05-2849 min

Overcrest Reviving the Future with Max Carstensen.Max from Revive Automotive comes on the podcast to chat about what Jake and Kris think its the pinnacle of EV retromodding, the Revive 911. Lots of projects have been batted about in this vein, but little have come to fruition. Max has done it. https://revive-automotive.com https://www.instagram.com/revive_911/ Join the Overcrest Drivers Club on. Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overcrest

2021-05-2447 min

Overcrest Hello Darkness My Old Friend and Other Fun Allegories.Kris and Jake talk car projects and take Drivers Club voicemails. Join the Overcrest Drivers Club! https://www.patreon.com/overcrest

2021-05-2155 min

Overcrest Top Gear's Lead Test Driver: Ollie MarriageOllie joins us to talk all things. Sounds, Nostalgia, The Future, the Past, where automotive journalism is and could go, and much more. Find him at Top Gear: https://www.topgear.com/car-news/ollie-marriage And on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/olliemarriage/ Support the show and Join the Overcrest Drivers Club: https://www.patreon.com/overcrest

2021-05-171h 01

Overcrest Jake taps, Kris Loses Stuff, and Bmw Goes MMMMMMMMMM...News and Projects chat of the week. Join the Overcrest Drivers Club and Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/overcrest As you know, we had a pipeline hack... BMW Reveals its new M sound. The chip shortage is getting heavy… Harley Spins LIVEWIRE to full sub-brand Oldschool Truck Driver still truckin

2021-05-1458 min

Overcrest The Great Armored Truck Heist - Overcrest Bad Idea EditionThe guys discuss how they would steal an armored truck, Jake opines on shaking up his fleet, and the news of the week. Join the Overcrest Drivers Club to support the show! Armored Truck Heist Fails High end features to be cut from car models.... UAW Wants EV Tax Incentives to Require US Assembly Ostentatious colors on all the cars! Next-Gen NASCAR Cup Racer Debuts Vespa is officially 75!

2021-05-0751 min

Overcrest Mexico City to Newfoundland Canada in a VW BeetleAn 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/l...

2020-11-271h 35

Overcrest The Better Clewell, and How to Get Away with Murder...With Kris still down for the count, Jake is joined by Kris' better half. Listen as they discuss all of the guys' project updates and recount some of Kris' lesser-known, lesser-moments. Jake and Jes also go through the most famous cars of the criminal underworld. Make sure to support the show! www.patreon.com/overcrest

2020-08-1743 min

Overcrest The Return of the Feder - Nobody NEEDS a Hellcat Pickup...With Kris out due to a faulty internal organ, Joel Feder joins Jake in the studio to cover ALL of the news: Make sure to support the show! www.patreon.com/overcrest BMW is building an M3 Touring Hydrogen-powered hypercar to promote a hydrogen infrastructure Hellcat pickup is coming! Nissan is bleeeeeding. Toyota somehow made 6.9 billion in profit Tesla launches its own car wrap service Lucid Air is going to stick it to Tesla We finally have an 800hp Mustang. Russia considers built-in breathalyzers Atlanta will put you in jail for WATCHING street racing. Accountants now building your new Honda Touch...

2020-08-1455 min

Overcrest Christopher Kippenberger - How to Reinvent Automotive Cinema and take on the AlgorithmKippenberger, the enigmatic mind behind the avant-garde transportation publication Vehicule joins the podcast to talk about being a filmmaker, producer, adult film director, brand conceptualist, offshore racing, the automotive industry, and much more... Make sure to check out vehicule-magazine.com Support the show! www.patreon.com/overcrest

2020-08-101h 21

Overcrest How To Be a Picker of Experiences, Not a Picker of Things...Kris talks about an incredible experience meeting up with a man with quite a collection, and Jake talks about Road America and nearly burning his 911 to the ground. Sign up for the Overcrest Rally here! Support the show and help us make more bad car decisions at our PATREON!

2020-08-0359 min

Overcrest All of the projects. All at once.Kris reveals his new project, talks about the Golf R disaster, and the guys talk about the news of the day. Dont forget to head to patreon.com/overcrest to support the show! Did you know there’s a new Bronco out? Nissan has a new logo. Chrysler is now Stellantis Mercedes AMG GT BLACK to have a Flat Plane Crank 28% of People Now Report Feeling Overwhelmed and Overstimulated by Driving Porsche printing pistons Two Drivers Crash into One Another....

2020-07-1752 min

Overcrest This Little Maneuver is Going to Cost Us 51 Years...The guys discuss what Kris needs for a new daily, Jakes truck and the news of the week. Support the show for just $5 at www.patreon.com/overcrest new m3/m4 big engine grilles unfortunately remain. Speaking of Ferrari.... Remember that ship full of cars that capsized near Georgia? Its official now, the recall replacement jack stands are being recalled.... Cops under investigation for racing at local drag strip Man tries to sell mustang to save his wifes life...

2020-07-1057 min

Overcrest The Week in News and Who Needs a 911 When You've Got a Lawnmower?Kris and Jake talk projects and break down the week in news! Support the show!: www.patreon.com/overcrest Show Notes: Man designs 12 rotor, 15,7L 5000hp engine American Festival of Speed Ford reschedules release of the bronco... Man demolishes solo cannonball record in a rental mustang Kia reveals interesting new Hybrid Manual Transmission Tesla's JD Power score is Off The Chart Remember when we talked about how the Porsche 911 has gotten too expensive? Gone in 60 seconds... in real life Porsche 968 Driver Busted For Hauling A Hot Tub With A Makeshift Trailer

2020-06-2646 min

Overcrest Lane Skelton - How to Drive AwesomelyRadwood Founder and Driving while Awesome podcast host Lane Skelton joins the podcast to talk everything Radwood. They also talk about Bring a Trailer, Lane's history with cars, play a game of Rad/Not Rad, and more. Definitely check their podcast out! www.drivingwhileawesome.com Support our show: www.patreon.com/overcrest

2020-06-221h 02

Overcrest Overcrest Rewind 6-19-20: Kris' Wallet is on Fire (Pacificas too...)Kris and Jake discuss the Automotive News of the week and Project Updates. Support the show: www.patreon.com/overcrest Notes: So those replacement Harbor Freight jack stands? N.C. speedway says its races are peaceful protests Chrysler has recalled some vans due to them catching on fire... Carlos Ghosn May Have Been Set Up Mercedes, AMG, and Garrett Bringing E-Turbos to Production Ford Bronco to debut on OJ Simpsons birthday.... Rest in peace lotus.... Canadian Flies To Germany To Complain About His Mercedes-Benz S-Class

2020-06-1946 min

Overcrest Help Me I'm Drowning!Kris and Jake cover the automotive news of the week including Porsche, the CDC, Mercedes, the EU, Germany, Dodge, and more. Support the show: www.patreon.com/overcrest Show notes: Porsche ends factory involvement in the US sports car championship VW is still paying for its sins Next BMW M5 getting 1,000-plus-horsepower electric power CDC tells us what we were saying all along - avoid the bus Just kidding. No ACR. AMG stuff is still super duper fast The jig may be up for Carlos Ghosn

2020-06-0832 min

Overcrest Trailer: How GI JOE hoodwinked NASA, a Patreon ExclusiveA short trailer for our patreon exclusive episode on the unknown story of the Lunar Rover, and how GM got the project straight to the feet of Wernher von Braun's office. Support the show and hear the entire episode: www.patreon.com/overcrest

2020-06-0604 min

Overcrest Derpy Cars, Derpy Engines, Derpy RegulationsThe guys chat about not being able to get to the studio due to the Minneapolis riots, derpy engines, stupid EU regulations, expanding foam, and much more... Support the show: www.patreon.com/overcrest Show notes: Derpy golf now can be equipped with derpy 1 liter engine Tesla caves on prices and eliminates free supercharging New Challenger ACR to...challenge the Viper? Speaking of dodge RIP Dodge Caravan Corolla hot hatch is coming... Kia confirms moderately hideous but fast electric crossover for 2021 Harbor freight recalls jack stands Americans Are Expected To Take More Road Trips This Year Porsche 911 will receive much bigg...

2020-06-0152 min

Overcrest Jeff Zwart - A Lifetime of Capturing and Experiencing SpeedJeff Zwart - A Lifetime of Capturing and Experiencing Speed Legendary filmmaker, director, photographer, and Pikes Peak Champion joins the podcast to discuss his career, filming, photography, Luft, and much more. Check out the Red Bull Racing video here. See Jeff's work: www.radicalmedia.com Visit his instagram Support the show! www.patreon.com/overcrest

2020-05-2857 min

Overcrest The 150 Year Journey of a LegendKris updates us all on great news with his 911 project, Jake leaks a car purchase, and the guys discuss the story behind a 150 year old auto manufacturer. Please support the show! www.patreon.com/overcrest Or simply donate here: www.overcrestproductions.com

2020-05-2258 min

Overcrest Guns, Tasers, Handcuffs, and CashThe guys are back with this week in automotive news to discuss the new GTI, a heist with great taste, UK banning more cars, the bankruptcy of Hertz and its implications, how luxury isnt a touch screen, and much more. Support the show! www.patreon.com/overcrest In other news The VW Golf.... is dead. Or on life support. London to mandate car free zones The cannonball record broken again Spanish man does a heist Hertz, the rental car giant is going to die. Probably Bentley thinks luxury isn’t a touch screen. Atlanta to sanction street racing? Hold on, mayb...

2020-05-1850 min

Overcrest The Genesis of Genesis, How Perseverance Wins.Kris' 911 is in bad shape and leads to an unfortunate sale. The guys discuss driving the new Genesis G70, an incredible story of perseverance leading up to the founding of Hyundai, Spiderman drinking thousands of gallons of wine, and 5 year old kids buying Lamborghinis. visit www.patreon.com/overcrest to support the show for just $5 Show Notes: We are living in strange times... Meanwhile this 6 year old is living the dream

2020-05-0857 min

Overcrest Special Guest: That Porsche GirlThe guys host ThatPorscheGirl on the podcast to discuss her life, her social media, and her passion for Porsche. Kris talks about wrapping up his 911 project, and an Apple 935 replica is for sale. Instagram: @thatporschegirl Image by @ekvision003 via @automobilemag www.patreon.com/overcrest

2020-05-011h 08

Overcrest Jason Fenske from Engineering ExplainedJason from the hugely popular Engineering Explained youtube channel joins the podcast to chat about cars and his channel. He also takes a couple of listener questions. The guys also discuss Jake being wrong, and their projects. Join our Patreon: www.patreon.com/overcrest Or Just Donate! www.overcrestproductions.com

2020-04-1759 min

Overcrest Alex Nelson - Engineering Everything You've Ever WantedHow does creativity mesh with ingenuity? And how can necessity and an abhorrence of boredom itself drive invention? The guys ask Alex about 3d Printing, engineering adjustable aero for his BMW M-Coupe, being inspired by his grandfather, filmmaking, Das Ziel, and more. The guys also discuss some disturbing automotive news and their projects. New Cross Country Cannonball Record... Ford can go straight to hell www.patreon.com/overcrest

2020-04-101h 16

Overcrest The Arsenal of Democracy - How American Sacrifice and Ingenuity Won WWIIKris attempts to expand our vocabulary, the guys go over their project updates and discuss the state of the automotive industry in the midst of this epidemic. In our main segment we cover how Ford is stepping up to produce ventilators (and talk to someone who uses them every day), and look back at the last time auto manufacturers transitioned their production - during WWII. www.patreon.com/overcrest Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2020-04-031h 08

Overcrest Rutledge Wood - The Happiest Car Guy AliveRutledge Wood joins the podcast to talk about the beginning and end of Top Gear USA, stories from the show, his history with cars, the RWB 911, VW Rabbits, why the new supra is cool and much more... The guys also discuss some car projects. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast www.patreon.com/overcrest

2020-03-271h 22

Overcrest This Episode is InfectiousJoel Feder hangs out as the guys talk news, cowboy inspired super cars, projects, listener feedback, coronavirus and its affects on the auto industry. Show notes: We now know much more about the RS6 Giddyup...Ruf Completes first production SCR... but more confusingly debuts Rodeo Variant... Porsche weighing options for Electric Cayman, Boxster We may finally have the compact pickup everyone wants! Cops doing the right thing... MItsubishi back to making quality high end products. Lastly: The Cheap Car of the Week and the Runner up and an honorable mention Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2020-03-161h 07

Overcrest Bilstein Won't Dampen your SpiritsJose from Bilstein dials in to talk everything suspension. Kris also talks about his 911 project and being out of control with the money he got for his C43 AMG. www.bilstein.us Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2020-03-0653 min

Overcrest Mike Burroughs - Fabrication, Creation, and ExplorationMike Burroughs joins us to talk about what's going on at Protomachine, the balance between fabrication and creativity, offroading, the Model A, FJ's. Hummer H1's, car culture, and much more... Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast www.protomachine.com

2020-02-2153 min

Overcrest The Most Famous Black Cat in the WorldThis brand's core is a very famous black cat, but you don't know the whole story... Jake lights the way to tell us all about it's interesting history, and how it eventually became a legend. This is a Patreon only episode. Jake has been struck down with the flu, so we're throwing this up as a bonus! If you like this episode, there's a lot more like it at: www.patreon.com/overcrest

2020-02-1834 min

Overcrest Fly Me to the Mooooon...Kris probably blows more burrito math, which as it turns out, is more accurate than the EPA rating of the new Porsche Taycan. The guys roll out a new "this week in automotive history" segment, news, listener questions and more... Porsche Taycan crushes EPA rating in several tests... Tesla removes software after purchase.... Today in banning cars news... Ferrari are a bunch of jerks… NASA Asks Car Companies To Help Design the Next Lunar Rover The VW Passat’s life is.... Short. Things are looking really bleak for Nissan. California is expensive. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Pod

2020-02-1046 min

Overcrest Formula E is Your Future...Dave Engleman from Porsche Motorsports North America comes on the podcast to talk about Formula E, how it works, its implications for the future, and Porsche's own Formula E program. The guys also discuss the interesting fuel used to run the generators charging the cars, a legendary racing game, their projects, and more. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Podcast

2020-02-0756 min

Overcrest Well That Was A Mistake...On this Overcrest Rewind the guys tear into F9 the new entry in the Fast and the Furious franchise. The guys also discuss Kangaroos, DMC, Aston Martin, Mazda, Emojis, and much more. Don't forget to Subscribe! We finally have it, the new F9 trailer... Billionaire to save Aston Martin Well there's a new hummer now, officially. Another vehicle, we all hate to love, is coming back Bosch believes we have reached peak car What makes endurance racing better? Kangaroos A 24k mile Datsun just sold... for... $310k Rivian is going to be cheaper than we thought... Jaguar doesnt want to b...

2020-02-0357 min

Overcrest The Moondust EditionPatrick Long calls in to discuss his stint at the Daytona 24 Hour race in a Porsche, the guys hit on the rest of the news of the week, and take listener questions and input. What is the most hp you can get out of a stock from the factory 2.0 engine? We know what the new Golf 8 GTI and R are going to make for power. People really dont want all the tech Mathematicians are smarter than you, or anyone? Details on the Aston Martin Valkyrie Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2020-01-2752 min

Overcrest The History of the Paris Dakar RallyJake dives deep on the Paris Dakar rally, discovering its roots, and recounting harrowing tales. The guys also discuss their projects, and what's next for Jake's C10, and Kris' 911. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Podcast Primary sources: https://news.dreamracer.tv/featured/the-origins-of-the-dakar-spirit/ https://advjoe.ca/2015/12/the-story-of-the-first-dakar-rally-1979/

2020-01-1059 min

Overcrest How Hyundai Could Take On Porsche... Philosophically?The guys talk $90,000 Hondas, Virtue signaling Priuses, Hyundai and Porsche, how to "make money" in your spare time, and more. They also talk progress on Jake's truck, and lack of progress on Kris' 911. The Prius is no longer the virtue signalers car of choice Mercedes recalling cars because of James Bond Sunroofs. Some interesting sales numbers out from Dodge. Ireland banning sale of Gas and Diesels And some listener input... Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Podcast

2020-01-0644 min

Overcrest The Future of Hot Rods is the Electric Speed ShopMichael Bream from EV West joins the podcast to discuss electric conversions, how they work, and what goes into making EV west a pioneer in the electric speed shop business. Kris also tries to do math, and convince Jake into putting an electric motor in the new C10. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Podcast

2019-12-271h 03

Overcrest Its all. your. fault.Kris goes off on an epic rant in an OC Rewind for the ages. Rotaries, Paper Bags, Mustangs Crashing, Space ships, Jeeps, and more... www.omaze.com/overcrest There’s been a rule change at Lemans... In other motorsport news.... BMW doubling down on engine grilles, says people love them. Slow drivers blamed for more deaths than ever before. Jake, I have potentially more bad news from Jeep. Meanwhile at Mercedes in Germany... We finally have the starwars porsche spaceship design... Again with the eastern brands killing it.... Stupid Tesla news of the week Indiana police arrest man. Thanks for listenin...

2019-12-2351 min

Overcrest Richard Rawlings - Gas Monkey GarageKris interviews Richard Rawlings about his history with cars, the Bullitt Mustang they built for charity, and gets a few buying tips from the man himself. Jake and Kris also talk about potential replacements for Kris' wagon, Jake goes on a rant about the build quality of Jeeps and reveals a new project. www.wurthusa.com www.gasmonkeyfoundation.org www.omaze.com/overcrest Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-12-2049 min

Overcrest Don't Ever Talk To Me AgainJoel Feder guest hosts with Kris and they break down the leading news of the week, including a deep digital enhancement of the new sound from VW's Id3. Motor Authority has revealed its 2019 car of the year nominees... So does the Taycan REALLY have 200 miles of range!? Peak wheel has been achieved. So did you see Elon run over a pylon? Erm... China’s car market just took a dive. Slide Whistle Guy thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-12-1645 min

Overcrest Ferrari Connoisseur, Kevin CaulfieldKevin Caulfield of MPI, a leading Ferrari and Concours restoration shop, joins the podcast to talk about his life in the world of vintage Italian automobiles. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-12-1354 min

Overcrest This Episode Reallllly StinksJake and Kris have a discussion on complaining about manufacturers giving us exactly what we want. Also, news, buster conrod, and more... Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast Show notes: New Cannonball record has been set. - Via road and track EV Cars are killing jobs, and upending the industry... - via bloomberg Remember when I said the Cybertruck isnt a truck because it cant plywood? Rezarani Motors Challenges Tesla to a test... Tesla Owners Flocking to the Taycan Remember those $59,000 corvettes? Teslas wait hours to charge That really stinks... and the Video

2019-12-0950 min

Overcrest Welcome to PleasurelandKris and Jake give their well simmered opinions on the Cybertruck. The guys also discuss other news including BMW, the mach e, a very interesting autonomous car test, the worst getaway car, and much more. Also, Buster Conrad visited Ford to find out as much as he could about the Mach E as well. www.omaze.com/overcrest Show Notes/Sources: A story from Minnesota. I mean Iowa. Do we finally have an EV competitor from BMW? Really interesting story from Aaron Gordon at Jalopnik on a test about using a chauffeur to simulate an autonomous car. Our buddies at Blood...

2019-12-0257 min

Overcrest The Truth HurtsProfessor Tom Fisher joins the podcast to talk about how he thinks the future of transportation will develop. Kris also inquires on the ethics of architecture and how its design and implementation affect the wellbeing of the citizens that live in and around it. Jake and Kris also talk projects, and consider Tom's thoughts. Tom Fisher is a Professor, Director of the Minnesota Design Center, Director of MSSD and Dayton Hudson Chair in Urban Design Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-11-2849 min

Overcrest The Best Movie Cars of All Time pt2Finally, on the 2nd anniversary of the show, the Kris recounts for jake the top 10 of the best movie cars of all time... Thanks for listening to Overcrest, a Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-11-2256 min

Overcrest The History of the HeckscheibenwischerWith Kris out of town this week, we are releasing a previously recorded Patreon exclusive episode. Tune in as we dig into the history of a now ubiquitous technology most of us take for granted. Make sure to check out Omaze, and help out some great charity work! www.omaze.com/overcrest Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast.

2019-11-1822 min

Overcrest Why Driving Matters - An Interview with Sam SmithSam Smith from Road and Track, and NBC's Proving Grounds joins the podcast to discuss his myriad of adventures, how they impacted him, why driving matters, and how he expects the world to impact the rest of us as car enthusiasts. Thanks for listening to the 150th episode of Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-11-1554 min

Overcrest The Inevitable Corruption of Race on Sunday Sell on MondayLots of news and banter this week. Check out the notes below. Make sure to check out Omaze, and help out some great charity work! www.omaze.com/overcrest Road and Track has revealed their car of the year... Tesla has smoked the Taycan on the nurburgring... Ford Bronco Race Prototype Looks RAD Mid-engine corvette production postponed So how is its new engine....better? Low and behold...Kris was right. All-electric DTM concept revealed Ford reveals monster mustang EV at Sema Oh my god, the mustang suv....is....its....it is. It just is. Lyft is the devil incarnate What the...

2019-11-1154 min

Overcrest "She's a brick and I'm drowning slowly..."Joel Feder joins this week's Overcrest Rewind to discuss Tesla, Hellcats using too much gas, Jake's new favorite truck, and electric crate motors. Resident reporter Buster Conrod is on locations to check out the new Boing Porsche collaboration. Tesla Pickup Will Be Like A Futuristic “Armored Personnel Carrier” The All Road is back... Porsche Taycan Defeats Tesla Model S in Comparison Test Tesla cars are being bricked Fiat Chrystler facing $79m penalty VW: We should be making more enthusiast cars. Jeep releases Jake Solberg edition Gladiator Goodbye AMG, Hello AMG Electric crate motors are here And also.... they are Here The Fa...

2019-10-211h 03

Overcrest Zed's Dead Baby... Zed's Dead...In this Overcrest Rewind the guys talk about how the Mille Miglia gets corrupted, going from the most beautiful race in the world, to the the slowest. Also, more dumb Star Wars news, pro tips on stealing toilets, Buster Conrod gets zapped, and much much more. Thanks for Listening to Overcrest, A Pretty Good Car podcast The Inaugural Mille Miglia Green is this weekend. How do you feel about a “time out” Jake? Here is every car getting axed in 2020 Porsche now is in...the...Star Wars business Union workers (who are on strike) also fear the future.

2019-10-0759 min

Overcrest The Most Annoying Sound in the World.Our weekly news rewind. Links below: Stupid Headline of the week Via, JALOPNIK Hennessy to enter the electric car market BMW Posts, Deletes Ad About Sex Inside Self-Driving Cars (see ad here) Feds want to give drivers the option to choose their EV sound Jake, you need this for your H3.... Tesla fails at high speed chase. ‘Civic is just on fire,' helping to drive Honda sales surge Want a perfect Miata? After 140 mph chase, man tells police he didn’t think their cruisers could catch his 2002 Acura Nearly 3,000 Recalled Brand New BMWs And Minis Have Just Been Sitting In An...

2019-09-3059 min

Overcrest The crazy story of the Lancia StratosWith Kris out of town this week, we are releasing a previously recorded Patreon exclusive episode. With roots stemming from famous designer Bertone's self-proclaimed 'spaceship', to drunk FIA inspectors, the Lancia Stratos left a legacy as one of the most successful rally cars to ever come out of Italy. Jake also laments about working on Audi's complex suspensions, and having extra parts... Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-08-3033 min

Overcrest Keep your Eyepods off of me...The guys discuss the type64 auction blunder, bandaids, googly eyes, and there's some good news out of Germany.... Auctions flubs sale of 20 million dollar type64 Jalopnik's terrible take on the car... Have you ever repaired a flat tire with bandaids? Mercedes is keeping tabs on you. Keyless Cars are easy to steal... The new Land Rover Prototype is watching you? Europe not getting the Shelby GT500 Audi RS6 Avant Is Officially Coming To America Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-08-2638 min

Overcrest Chalk it up to a Monday....Drive Thru’s are evil, The Holy Grail comes to America, A Car goes whirrr, and more... Thanks for Listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast Minneapolis has banned the drive thru... in return still expects you to find somewhere to park. RS6 Avant...maybe. Solar Roads proven to be just another Stupid environmentalist pipedream. Biohacking Tesla Model 3 Owner Implants Key Card Chip Into Her Arm If you’re really, really, really, really rich, Aston Martin will build you a garage. Great news for people with bad taste California Man's Plot to Avoid Tickets With 'NULL' Vanity Plate Nets Him $1...

2019-08-191h 00

Overcrest Do you even vape bro?Joel Feder joins Kris and Jake to talk Joel's history with cars, news, and current events. Notes: The Cannonball EV record has been broken twice... Lewis Hamilton is still a douche HLDI reveals most stolen vehicles list.... EU regulations are going to make cars boringer Dude still drving his model T What the F happened with Nissan? Volkswagen cuts warranty... Bad news. The Chevy Malibu is dead. Dodge knows whats up... Ford wants you to vape Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-08-0554 min

Overcrest Bone shakers, Penny-Farthings, and OutlawsJake takes us on a deep dive into the history of the Motorcycle. The guys talk about Kris' trip to Road America, and Jake tries on his wife's pants. Notes: Penny Farthing Race Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-07-261h 03

Overcrest Guntherwerks, Scissors, and Rustic RoadsPeter Nam joins the guys to talk about the Guntherwerks 993.... the ultimate 993. The history of Rustic roads is discussed and listener questions wrap up the episode. guntherwerks.com https://www.instagram.com/guntherwerks/?hl=en Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast Support the show! patreon.com/overcrest

2019-07-1249 min

Overcrest Sporterized, Illuminated, and DilutedThe guys talk news, and take a bunch of listener topics, one of which inspires a contentious debate between Kris and Jake. They also reveal Kris will be reading from his 000 article on the next Patreon Exclusive episode. Support us on patreon: https://www.patreon.com/overcrest Thanks for Listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast Show Notes: Lee Iacoca dead, father of mustang, savior of Chrysler BMW Finally has an illuminated grille First hybrid cruise ship on its way... How to get your McLaren impounded in 10 minutes Jake, I found a new key for your H3. Regulators want to limit...

2019-07-0859 min

Overcrest The Truck that Won the War - An American IconJake and Kris celebrate Independence day by discussing the history of the "America's greatest contribution to modern warfare". They also talk about Alain De Cadenet, what makes a brand's name matter, and the upcoming Overcrest Rally... Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-07-0456 min

Overcrest Monday News - Hummers and TremorsIn today's episode, the guys talk news, whats up with Kris' car overheating, read a letter and discuss a gift from one of the listeners. Thank's for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast Support the show!!!! patreon.com/overcrest Show Notes: So, I hope we didn't get Jim in Trouble... The Supreme court is out for Blood Widebody all the things... BMW’s new electric car sound to be....composed The Ferrari 250 GTO is a work of art.... Ford F250 gets....uh... a tremor pack BMW Defends its stupid 7 series grille.

2019-07-0141 min

Overcrest Lemons, Nazis, and an AccumulatorsphereFrom humble beginnings as the great-grandson of a lemon merchant, to mobilizing a nation, thwarting Nazis and advancing technologies ahead of their time (not to mention inadvertently saving the life of a president along the way), this is the story of an automotive icon you won't want to miss. The guys also talk to Adam Kern, from checkeditoutchicago to discuss the much-deserved emergence of the Midwest's Porsche culture. Thank's for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast Support the show!!!! patreon.com/overcrest

2019-06-281h 21

Overcrest Monday News 6-24-19Jake and Kris talk news, and field listener questions, and debate superchargers and turbochargers in this weeks Monday episode. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast Support the show, and get exclusive content: www.patreon.com/overcrest Show Notes: Jake, your dream has arrived Sobering...Davey Johnson Presumed Dead NBC New York Proclaims Modified Exhaust “Insane” and Could Cause Panic Aston Martin to take to the Ring with the Valkyrie Boxster Spyder and Cayman to get a flat six again! Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee is back 2020 Ford Mustang is going to be a beast

2019-06-2443 min

Overcrest Corvette Ride and Handling Engineer - Jim MeroJake and Kris interview Jim Mero, Corvette ride and handling engineer about his job, history, what it's like to drive the Nurburgring, the autobahn, and the future of the mid-engine Corvette. They also discuss an update on the Rally, and debate the sound of v16 and v12 engines. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast Support the show, and get exclusive content: www.patreon.com/overcrest

2019-06-211h 15

Overcrest What IS Cool anyways...? Jake, Kris, and special guest Luis Fraguada tackle the toughest question of all, what makes for a cool car? Show notes: Schwienehaus Show - Minneapolis Porsche GTG Sunday, June 23rd Driver fined for throwing lit cigarette out window. Porsche will now wrap your Porsche from the factory Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-06-1400 min

Overcrest An Interview with BBS MotorsportCraig Donnelly, president of BBS USA and Eric Niconovich from BBS Motorsport join the podcast to talk about the history of BBS, BBS Motorsport, the origins of the 3 piece wheel, wheel engineering, casting, forging, and much, much more. The guys also chat about D-day and reveal the 2019 Overcrest Rally! https://www.bbs-usa.com/ Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-06-0758 min

Overcrest The Car that Saved Niki Lauda's LifeJake takes Kris on a journey to learn about the The ONS-Staffel (oberste nationale Sportkommission), Germany's legendary track safety team. The guys also talk about their projects, talk news about Tesla, Ferrari, the Corvette, and a mcdonalds hashbrown. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast Show Notes: Tesla under lawsuit for unintended acceleration, Crushes Pregnant Woman's Pelvis Ferrari SF90 Stradale will be FWD, super duper fast Chevy Corvette to have encrypted ECU 'Smart' Traffic Cam Issues Driver Ticket for Scratching His Face, Not Talking on the Phone

2019-05-311h 08

Overcrest The Road to Luftgekuhlt, Part 2Kris and Jake talk about the Luftgekuhlt experience, and Kris talks about his drive home, getting pulled over, route 66, and more. Thank's for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-05-2449 min

Overcrest The Road to LuftgekuhltKris and Jake talk about the road trip to Luft, what they saw along the way, and opine philosophically on the merits of road tripping. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-05-2056 min

Overcrest The Most Dangerous Fuel You've Never Heard OfJake takes us on a throwback through the history of a dangerous, volatile, and powerful fuel used for nefarious and not so nefarious purposes throughout the years... for more like this visit our patreon! www.patreon.com/overcrest Thank's for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-05-1723 min

Overcrest Best 4 Cylinder Engines of All Time - Part 2In Part two of our 100th episode, we continue to discuss the best 4 cylinder engines of all time. Industry experts call in to discuss their thoughts, and the guys give their opinions. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-05-131h 03

Overcrest Best 4 Cylinder Engines of All Time - Part 1In our 100th episode, we discuss the best 4 cylinder engines of all time. Industry experts call in to discuss their thoughts, and the guys give their opinions. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2019-05-1354 min

Overcrest Throwback ThursdayKris is on vacation, so we remastered and re-released the till now unavailable Episode 2 of Overcrest! Check out some of the best stories from Kris' past and listen as he reminisces road rage stories with his buddy Glen! Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2018-04-261h 02

Overcrest Nazis, Chemists, Dentists, and RacecarsWhat does a chemist, a nazi, a dentist, and a drag racer all have in common? find out in this episode of Overcrest! Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2018-04-1920 min

Overcrest Just Ban Everything!In Episode 15 Jake and Kris discuss the new Patreon we set up for our listeners! We also discuss diesels being under heavy assault, inductive charging for EV, cops racing lambos, junkyards, gas taxes, left turns on red, and more. Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast www.patreon.com/overcrest https://jalopnik.com/florida-highway-patrol-car-caught-racing-a-lamborghini-1823411065 https://www.reuters.com/article/us-germany-emissions-rome/monument-filled-traffic-clogged-rome-to-ban-diesel-cars-by-2024-idUSKCN1GC1DD https://www.cnn.com/2018/02/14/politics/trump-gas-tax/index.html

2018-03-0553 min

Overcrest Mark White - AccumotoOn this episode of Overcrest race driver and shop owner Mark White from Accumoto visits the studio to discuss Porsche, His history with Accumoto, Motorsport, and much more.... Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast http://www.accumoto.com/ Follow us in all the places: https://www.facebook.com/overcrestpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/overcrestpodcast/ http://www.overcrestproductions.com

2018-02-1548 min

Overcrest The Volvosaur LivesThis episode Overcrest hosts enthusiast Jake Solberg The guys talk about: Car Propaganda The upcoming entertainment pods Porsche Success over Generations Craigslist Car of the Week Our Top 4 cars, and more https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/cars/2017/11/29/intel-warner-bros-partner-entertainment-self-driving-cars/907829001/ https://www.transportation.gov/connections/autonomous-vehicles-driving-us-toward-zero-death-future http://press.porsche.com/news/release.php?id=1056 Thanks for listening to Overcrest: A Pretty Good Car Podcast

2018-02-1556 min