Gary Gastelu 🇺🇸
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What is the smallest "trunk" with an emergency release?
I've seen some tiny frunk compartments with them. Probably smaller than the Ram Box.
Pics, or it didn't happen.
What is the smallest "trunk" with an emergency release?
I've seen some tiny frunk compartments with them. Probably smaller than the Ram Box.
Pics, or it didn't happen.
Instead of a chin-scratching 6-inch curb, a gentle nudge. Brilliant!
November 23, 2025 at 2:00 AM
Instead of a chin-scratching 6-inch curb, a gentle nudge. Brilliant!
I reiterate my belief that some of these were related to Spielberg’s new sci-fi movie shot in NJ.
The truth is coming to theaters …
nypost.com/2025/11/22/u...
The truth is coming to theaters …
nypost.com/2025/11/22/u...
NJ drone hysteria 1 year later — dozens of sightings remain unresolved, as shocking new details emerge
The earliest confirmed sighting of an unauthorized drone in the Picatinny Arsenal airspace occurred on Nov. 13, 2024 followed by 10 more sightings through Dec. 6, according to the military.
nypost.com
November 22, 2025 at 2:49 PM
I reiterate my belief that some of these were related to Spielberg’s new sci-fi movie shot in NJ.
The truth is coming to theaters …
nypost.com/2025/11/22/u...
The truth is coming to theaters …
nypost.com/2025/11/22/u...
Hey, anyone who saw this in person. What's under the hood, if they didn't say what type of engine it has. Is there something that looks like an ICE in there?
November 21, 2025 at 10:33 PM
Hey, anyone who saw this in person. What's under the hood, if they didn't say what type of engine it has. Is there something that looks like an ICE in there?
I’m listening to
November 21, 2025 at 7:34 PM
I’m listening to
I love all of these stories warning people about using their phones in the bathroom like everyone didn't have a newsstand in there before smartphones were invented.
November 21, 2025 at 5:27 PM
I love all of these stories warning people about using their phones in the bathroom like everyone didn't have a newsstand in there before smartphones were invented.
I saw a VinFast in central NJ yesterday. Trying to figure out why.
November 21, 2025 at 4:56 PM
I saw a VinFast in central NJ yesterday. Trying to figure out why.
Speaking of RAM
(you were, right?)
Tim Kuniskis was on The GAS this week and revealed the dates he'll (hopefully) be revealing the first SRT models.
open.spotify.com/episode/2YzJ...
(you were, right?)
Tim Kuniskis was on The GAS this week and revealed the dates he'll (hopefully) be revealing the first SRT models.
open.spotify.com/episode/2YzJ...
November 21, 2025 at 3:03 PM
Speaking of RAM
(you were, right?)
Tim Kuniskis was on The GAS this week and revealed the dates he'll (hopefully) be revealing the first SRT models.
open.spotify.com/episode/2YzJ...
(you were, right?)
Tim Kuniskis was on The GAS this week and revealed the dates he'll (hopefully) be revealing the first SRT models.
open.spotify.com/episode/2YzJ...
Hate to judge a car by it's rental iteration, but just did 250 miles in a current Sentra and it is SO LOUD. Stiff seats, too.
My kingdom for a Kia Soul!
It did do 43 mpg, though.
My kingdom for a Kia Soul!
It did do 43 mpg, though.
November 21, 2025 at 2:53 PM
Hate to judge a car by it's rental iteration, but just did 250 miles in a current Sentra and it is SO LOUD. Stiff seats, too.
My kingdom for a Kia Soul!
It did do 43 mpg, though.
My kingdom for a Kia Soul!
It did do 43 mpg, though.
National Treasure is so good
November 21, 2025 at 2:56 AM
National Treasure is so good
This looks nice
Also, generic AF
Also, generic AF
November 20, 2025 at 6:44 PM
This looks nice
Also, generic AF
Also, generic AF
Just popped into my head that there are still MORE THAN TWO YEARS left before the new IndyCar car starts racing. 😠
November 20, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Just popped into my head that there are still MORE THAN TWO YEARS left before the new IndyCar car starts racing. 😠
About to give Plur1bus a third and final shot at hooking me.
Am I the only one who isn’t blown away yet?
Am I the only one who isn’t blown away yet?
November 20, 2025 at 3:00 AM
About to give Plur1bus a third and final shot at hooking me.
Am I the only one who isn’t blown away yet?
Am I the only one who isn’t blown away yet?
It was funny a couple of years ago when Cena was on a podcast and said drives a Civic Type R and everyone freaked out, not knowing that he was the voice of Honda.
November 19, 2025 at 8:31 PM
It was funny a couple of years ago when Cena was on a podcast and said drives a Civic Type R and everyone freaked out, not knowing that he was the voice of Honda.
Jeep's just doing it on purpose to keep Mopar in business now. This is an all-new model!
americancarsandracing.com/2025/11/19/j...
americancarsandracing.com/2025/11/19/j...
The Jeep Recon's Mirrors Come Off With The Doors, But You Can Fix It With This One Simple Trick | American Cars And Racing
The Jeep Recon has removable doors like a Wrangler and the mirrors are attached to them.
americancarsandracing.com
November 19, 2025 at 8:20 PM
Jeep's just doing it on purpose to keep Mopar in business now. This is an all-new model!
americancarsandracing.com/2025/11/19/j...
americancarsandracing.com/2025/11/19/j...
Dodge just brought back the V6 Durango!
Hell yeah?
Hell yeah?
November 19, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Dodge just brought back the V6 Durango!
Hell yeah?
Hell yeah?
I was literally going to post this morning that Chevy needs to drop some big truck news soon to keep up
November 19, 2025 at 4:24 PM
I was literally going to post this morning that Chevy needs to drop some big truck news soon to keep up
But the good things about sidewalk sheds are that they get you out of the hot sun and rain 😅
Oh well …
nypost.com/2025/11/18/u...
Oh well …
nypost.com/2025/11/18/u...
NYC unveils futuristic new sidewalk sheds set to replace unsightly scaffolding
Sleek new designs for future city sidewalk sheds were unveiled by Mayor Eric Adams on Tuesday — and the improved versions are so drastic, you may not be able to tell they’re temporary structures.…
nypost.com
November 19, 2025 at 2:07 PM
But the good things about sidewalk sheds are that they get you out of the hot sun and rain 😅
Oh well …
nypost.com/2025/11/18/u...
Oh well …
nypost.com/2025/11/18/u...
Fact check: It's $5 less than $67,000
Sorry, The Drive, couldn't help myself 😂
Sorry, The Drive, couldn't help myself 😂
November 19, 2025 at 1:48 PM
Fact check: It's $5 less than $67,000
Sorry, The Drive, couldn't help myself 😂
Sorry, The Drive, couldn't help myself 😂
The Expedition Tremor is pretty legit. This is a sandy ~18% slope.
(Me for scale, since video never does hills justice.)
(Me for scale, since video never does hills justice.)
November 19, 2025 at 12:36 PM
The Expedition Tremor is pretty legit. This is a sandy ~18% slope.
(Me for scale, since video never does hills justice.)
(Me for scale, since video never does hills justice.)
So, this would've been $59,495 with the fed tax credit, which would make it a LOT more appealing, but there's also the Mexico tariff. Even knocking 10% off the MSRP gets you to $52,795, but I saw a study that U.S. automakers are paying an average of 19% after the possible US content discounts.
November 19, 2025 at 12:01 PM
So, this would've been $59,495 with the fed tax credit, which would make it a LOT more appealing, but there's also the Mexico tariff. Even knocking 10% off the MSRP gets you to $52,795, but I saw a study that U.S. automakers are paying an average of 19% after the possible US content discounts.
I am not pleased that the new Hail Mary trailer shows Rocky in full.
Is there no mystery left?
Is there no mystery left?
November 19, 2025 at 1:39 AM
I am not pleased that the new Hail Mary trailer shows Rocky in full.
Is there no mystery left?
Is there no mystery left?
I’m …
Wait for it …
On an Expedition
Wait for it …
On an Expedition
November 18, 2025 at 3:59 PM
I’m …
Wait for it …
On an Expedition
Wait for it …
On an Expedition
Sounds like a cash machine to me
Ford is thinking about selling a factory Raptor race truck.
Exclusive:
americancarsandracing.com/2025/11/17/f...
Exclusive:
americancarsandracing.com/2025/11/17/f...
Exclusive: Ford Might Sell A Factory Raptor Racing Truck | American Cars And Racing
The new Ford Racing division is accelerating its efforts and will be adding new products in the coming years.
americancarsandracing.com
November 17, 2025 at 2:34 PM
Sounds like a cash machine to me
OMG, they just rebadged the Outlander PHEV, didn't they?
November 17, 2025 at 1:07 PM
OMG, they just rebadged the Outlander PHEV, didn't they?