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As we turn the calendar to March 2026, this issue of DRIVE takes on a poignant tone, dedicated to the memory of Elvis Kerns, a true giant in the automotive world who left us far too soon in late 2025. Elvis was more than a builder; he was the soul of...
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This February, we’re proud to put Ramon Walker’s gunmetal 1986 Monte Carlo SS “Grey Area” on the cover, a seventeen-year labor of love that started as a high-school daily driver and survived a frontend wreck to become one of the cleanest, most...
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From the Editor: As we roll into a new year, the DRIVE team is gearing up for another season of stories that celebrate the machines, the people, and the passion that keep this industry moving. We’re already setting our sights on what’s ahead, and yes,...
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From the Editor: In this issue, we’ve pulled together builds that mix tried-and-true metal with smart tech, and the results are the kind of rides you want to cruise, not just talk about. First up, we spend time with Bisimoto’s electrified ’65 VW Bus....
Read Full Story (Page 4)SQUAREBODY SENTIMENT - Byron Morgan’s 1974 C10 Is a Family Revival Done Right
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From the Editor: If you’ve been a fan of the custom truck scene over the past 10 years or so, you undoubtedly know the name Phil Gordon or the phrase I Hate Phil. This larger-thanlife personality in the industry has made his mark time and time again...
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Every month, when we put together a fresh issue of Drive, I’m reminded how lucky we are to be surrounded by such a killer community of builders, drivers, and dreamers. This issue is a perfect example of what makes this scene so addictive—real folks...
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This month’s issue of DRIVE is packed with builds that aren’t just built to impress—they’re built with real heart and hustle. On the cover, we’ve got High Pressure, a slammed and reworked H1 Hummer owned by Anthony Petrone. After years of headaches at...
Read Full Story (Page 4)IT’S ALIVE! This Frankenbeast Combines a Classic Cobra with Plaid Power
JUNE 2025 YOU will rejoice to hear that no disaster has become of this undertaking of transforming what was once a shell into now an unimaginable amount of captured Musk-engineered power. I arrived here by word of a build, the first of its kind, and...
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From the Editor: Welcome to the March issue of Drive Magazine! This month, we’re checking out some projects that blend timeless style with modern ingenuity. Our cover story features Andy and Jamie Mayes from Maz-Coat Customs in Toccoa, Georgia, and...
Read Full Story (Page 4)SHINE MONEY The World’s First All-Polished Platinum
JACKSONVILLE, FLORIDA, HAS A ONE-OF-A-KIND 2022 FORD F-250 THAT’S TURNING HEADS EVERYWHERE IT GOES. This beast of a Blue Oval isn’t just another pretty lifted truck. It’s a rolling tribute built in memory of an amazing brother. David Tobin, who runs...
Read Full Story (Page 6)‘75 PORSCHE 914 Inspiring the Next Generation
AS a teenager, Mark Brems grew up with a passion for Volkswagens, and had nearly every model—Beetles, Ghias, Fastbacks, and buses. “I had a 1973 VW Adventurewagen that I lived in for two years on the beach in Santa Monica while I worked at the...
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From the Editor: As the crisp autumn air settles in, we find ourselves in a season of reflection and creativity, much like the stories we bring to you this month. Our October issue is a celebration of innovation, passion, and the relentless pursuit of...
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From the Editor: September Issue - Blending Classic and Cutting-Edge Dear Drive Magazine Readers, As the leaves begin to change and we transition into autumn, we find ourselves in a season of transformation—both in nature and in the automotive world....
Read Full Story (Page 4)THE BAY AREA SEQUOIA An Inside Look at This Family Friendly O -Road Rig
An Inside Look at This Family Friendly Off-Road Rig Words by Rich Calbay Photos courtesy of Ian Lugtu @thebayareasequoia on Instagram/YouTube Like its namesake, this firstgen Toyota Sequoia Ian Lugtu meticulously customized isn’t just big—it’s bold....
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From the Editor: As you read through the July issue of Drive Magazine, we embark on a thrilling adventure through the diverse landscape of the automotive world. From vintage classics to modern marvels, this month’s stories promise to captivate and...
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