Kris Clewell / Overcrest

Overcrest

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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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Leisure

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overcrestproductions.com

Latest episode

Jul 2, 2026

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Episodes

I Woke Up in a New Bugatti 23.09.2019

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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