Kris Clewell / Overcrest
Overcrest
Automotive 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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Kris Clewell / Overcrest
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Jul 2, 2026
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Episodes
I Woke Up in a New Bugatti 23.09.2019 54:41
Monday's rewind discusses the cheapest Bugatti Veyron ever for sale, The Ferrari Dino, Buster Conrad on location, Tesla attacks the ring, and more... Okay so that Tesla thats at the ring..... We’ve been hard on BMW lately, but there’s good news... How many vans would you consider a lot of Vans? ' The Rotary engine is....back. Kind of. Audi thinks gasoline cars will be off the road.... Amish being...
Don't be a Fliverboob. 20.09.2019 1:22:15
Jake takes Kris on a trip through automotive history, recounting some of the most influential, and downright wierd safety devices ever conceived. Kris also talks about his trip to Checked it Out, and reveals his maybe winter car, which Jake is unlikely to approve. Source: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan-history/2015/04/26/auto-traffic-history-detroit/26312107
"Things are super futurey right now..." 16.09.2019 56:10
Elon is dumb (maybe), Frankfurt auto show news, Buster Conrad reports from Detroit, and Kevin Hart is now even shorter... Uh so wait... no nurburgring? ENTER a new Model S... The Model S Plaid Hyundai has a cool EV concept thingy Say Goodbye to the Legendary Ford Mustang BMW Reveals some...thing. BMW builds Hydrogen Powered X5 The newest Alpina is a b3 Touring I actually miss Chris Bangle at this...
Don't be a Fliverboob and Turn-turtle... 12.09.2019 1:23:35
In this weeks episode, Jake takes us on a deep dive through the annals of automotive history, looking at the interesting, sometimes downright weird history of automotive safety features throughout the years. Kris also recounts his trip to Checked It Out, Chicago, and reveals his new winter car, to Jake's disaproval... Source: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan-history/2015/04/26...
Bugatti takes its ball and goes home... 09.09.2019 45:31
Bugatti is kinda lame, Volkswagen lies, and we introduce the latest addition to our team, Buster Conrod! Volkswagen is a liar liar liar Do you like the Fiat 500 Abarth? Tesla’s app goes down, drivers stranded... Paris to enact noise ordinance against vehicles.... Hybrids are dead. Really really dead. Bugatti breaks speed barrier - Again Volkswagen will help you convert your beetle to an EV India...
A Taycan the...Taycan 06.09.2019 1:21:56
Pete Stout from 000 Magazine and Joel Feder from Motor Authority call in to talk new Porsche Taycan and its impact on motoring. Kris breaks his ribs, and Jake gets stranded on his Harley.
The crazy story of the Lancia Stratos 30.08.2019 33:58
With 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... Than...
Keep your Eyepods off of me... 26.08.2019 38:23
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 GT50...
The Motorsport of Men With No Fear 23.08.2019 1:01:04
Kris and Jake talk about their experience at the NHRA Top Fuel Nationals here in Minnesota. Later they interview driving legend Doug Kalitta as well as the driver of the DHL Top Fuel Dragster Richie Crampton. http://www.teamkalitta.com/ instagram: @teamkalitta @richiecrampton
Chalk it up to a Monday.... 19.08.2019 1:00:34
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...
Bumper Stumpers, Vanity, and Multi-million-dollar Price Tags - The License Plate 16.08.2019 51:46
Kris recounts his trip to Houston, spending some quality time with a couple of GT2RSs; while Jake gives us a history lesson on the origins of the license plate and the crazy extent of custom vanity plates.
Does Harley Davidson Suck? 12.08.2019 57:57
Kris rants on why Harley Davidson is a midlife crisis hillbilly fairy-tail. The guys also discuss news! Porsche Announces Carbon offset Program for US Tesla receives cease and Decist letter from the US Government. Golf R is....kinda dead in 2020. Found an engine for your “truck” Jake... Honda Accord Driver busted for Towing Enormous Stuffed Bear Lotus has a new logo...
World Sportscar Champion & Porsche Legend - Bob Garretson 09.08.2019 57:46
Kris interviews Bob Garretson, racing driver and one time owner of Garretson Enterprises, the muscle behind some legendary Porsche 935's, on his history with cars, how the Apple Car came about, crashing at Le Mans, The Old Warhorse itself, and more.
Do you even vape bro? 05.08.2019 54:20
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. ...
Mr Wyn - Designer - DeTomaso, Apollo 02.08.2019 59:24
Jowyn Wong of Wyn Design joins the podcast to talk about growing up, design theory, designing the P72, the Apollo, and the challenges involved in both projects. Kris leads in with a discussion about photography, and what you can do to make even your cell phone photos truly good.
"I'm sorry.... did someone just say tank!?" 29.07.2019 42:40
Wyn Design gives us a response on the P72 Drama, Teslas are still a waste of time, there’s a new corvette, why F1 is boring and how to fix it, a couple listener topics and more... Teslas next gen supercharger can do 75 miles in 5 minutes. The well-reviewed Netflix docuseries "Formula 1: Drive to Survive" Clarkson explains whats wrong with F1 Corvette to have a manual...? Nah.... Road Leg...
Bone shakers, Penny-Farthings, and Outlaws 26.07.2019 1:03:31
Jake 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
Michelle Gatting - LeMans Driver, Icon 19.07.2019 58:31
Kris interviews Michelle Gatting, one of the Iron Dames, an all-female LeMans team racing for Kessel Racing. They discuss her history, hugely inspiring story on her way to racing at the legendary LeMans, and what its like to be, and race there. Follow Michelle on Instagram Check out Kessel Racing on Instagram Notes: Vanagon Guy
Ripoff Artists, RSR's, Luddites, and Appeals to Emotion 15.07.2019 56:25
Joel Feder from Motor Authority joins Kris and Jake for a bunch of news, debates, and discussion... the new RSR is here.... BMW Reveals X7 Pickup Truck Mclaren Wagon Thing Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus is pissed DeTomaso P72 was unveiled last week... Its illegal to work on your car in California What we’re up against. - David Shill is a Shill Polaris dealers will teach you to drive...
Guntherwerks, Scissors, and Rustic Roads 12.07.2019 49:53
Peter 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
Sporterized, Illuminated, and Diluted 08.07.2019 59:15
The 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,...
The Truck that Won the War - An American Icon 04.07.2019 56:15
Jake 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
Monday News - Hummers and Tremors 01.07.2019 41:37
In 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....co...
Lemons, Nazis, and an Accumulatorsphere 28.06.2019 1:21:17
From 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...
Monday News 6-24-19 24.06.2019 43:31
Jake 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”...
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