The Customized Ride

In this episode of The Customized Ride, Chris and Sandy sit down with Robbie Purser, the creator of United By Trucks, a classic truck lifestyle brand rooted in nostalgia, creativity, and community. Robbie shares how he began filming in his home garage in 2018, simply wanting to learn more about video and classic trucks. That curiosity eventually grew into a thriving platform filled with builds, ro...

On this episode of The Customized Ride , we chat with legendary extreme engineer Paul “Jet Car” Stender , the man behind some of the wildest jet-powered machines on Earth. From a 360+ MPH jet school bus to a globe-famous jet outhouse, Paul shares his journey from sprint cars and midgets to building insane vehicles that push speed and imagination to the limit. Listen as Paul talks about his fastest...

In this episode of The Chris & Sandy Show , we sit down with Ken Gilmore , Executive Director of the Hornets Nest Region AACA, to dive into the behind-the-scenes world of the Charlotte AutoFair ! 🚗🔥 Ken shares his journey from the corporate world to running one of the largest automotive events in the Southeast , the challenges of organizing a massive car show , and the exciting changes comin...

In this episode, we sit down with Michael Leaventon from the Run to the Sun Car Show —one of the nation’s biggest and most iconic classic car events! 🚗💨 Held in Myrtle Beach, SC, this legendary show has been running for 36 years, featuring over 3,300 classic cars (1989 and older), 140+ vendors, and thousands of passionate spectators. Michael takes us behind the scenes, sharing what it takes to r...

In this must-listen episode , we sit down with Sam Rivera , the driving force behind Klean Exhibition, Klean Society, Klean Magazine, and Klean Garage . Sam gets real about the toughest decision of his career—stepping away from the car show scene after years of building one of the most recognized automotive events on the East Coast. We dive into: 🚗 The rise & impact of Klean Exhibition ⚙️ The...

In this episode, we sit down with Richie Burns to talk about Gears & Grub , the exciting car show that’s not just about horsepower and hot rods—but also about making a difference! 🚗💨 We dive into: ✅ The Effingham Health System Foundation’s mission and impact ✅ How Gears & Grub became a must-attend event for car lovers ✅ The unique bond within the car community ✅ Event highlights, inc...

In this episode of The Customized Ride , we chat with Cristy Lee , a true force in the automotive and motorsports world! Cristy is best known for hosting All Girls Garage and Garage Squad , but her journey goes way beyond TV. From working in her dad’s shop to becoming a major name in motorsports and home renovation shows like Celebrity IOU Joyride and Steal This House on HGTV, Cristy shares her in...

In this episode of The Chris Benton Show Podcast , we dive into the fast-paced world of car trading with none other than Hotrod Flack —a car enthusiast, trader, and all-around personality with a story for every mile. From his first experiences driving stick shifts on his uncle’s farm to flipping five cars at a single show without even owning them, Hotrod shares the highs, lows, and hilarious momen...

In this episode of The Customized Ride, Chris and Sandy sit down with James Bondurant , a third-generation professional race car driver and grandson of the legendary Bob Bondurant . 🏁 James opens up about growing up in a racing dynasty, the lessons he learned from his grandfather, and the challenges of carving out his own identity in the world of motorsports. From road racing and drifting to extr...

Welcome to The Customized Ride podcast, where we dive into the stories of incredible individuals in the automotive world. In this episode, we chat with Annika Carter, a professional race car driver, real estate agent, and automotive journalist based in Atlanta. Annika takes us on a ride through her journey—from not caring about cars as a kid to becoming a competitive racer, real estate mogul, and...

In this debut episode of The Customized Ride podcast, we sit down with John Myers, Senior Global Trainer for Kicker Car Audio, to talk all things car audio and customization. 🎧🚗 John shares his journey from a curious kid tinkering with speakers to becoming a leading expert in the industry. We cover: 🔊 The surprising impact of COVID-19 on car audio sales 🚘 Epic custom builds, including a Hummer...