Tabla de contenidos para July 2025 en Drive

Describing what Rich Manley is all about is difficult in the sense of knowing where to even begin. Those familiar with his name must feel the same way. While his gift of magic and illusion is simply amazing to witness, his lust for adventure is yet another huge contribution he bestows to his fans and followers. His travels and explorations of lands far and near are a treat to experience through the captivating photography and storytelling found on his social posts. It’s obvious that Rich spends a lot of time on planes for his long-range travels, but what about his trips much closer to home? Surely, Rich must have a reliable rig he depends on to get him from points A to B and beyond. While there are occasional peeks…

ON a sunny, 75-degree December day in Southern California, I had the privilege of sitting down with the renowned writer Michael Connelly. We met at the garage of Current Electric Vehicles to talk about the shop’s latest project—a fully electrified Triumph TR6, completed just a week prior. Connelly, a former Los Angeles Times crime reporter and Pulitzer Prize nominee, is one of the bestselling crime writers of all time, with 39 novels and over 85 million copies sold worldwide. His work has inspired TV adaptations like The Lincoln Lawyer, Bosch, and an upcoming 2025 spin-off featuring his character Renee Hallard, played by Maggie Q. While some might assume Connelly would lean toward converting a classic Lincoln given The Lincoln Lawyer, he chose a British two-door roadster from the 1970s. Why…

RIGHT-HAND TANDEM MASTER CYLINDER PROP VALVE KITS FOR CLASSIC MOPAR FOUR-BOLT MOUNT Wilwood has released new options for classic Mopar owners with the four-bolt pattern master cylinder mount of the muscle car era, covering Dodge and Plymouth A, B, and E-body cars. Wilwood’s popular Compact Tandem Master Cylinder is now available with a right-hand side combination proportioning valve kit which includes pre-bent lines, mounting bracket and brake light switch. Mopar-specific four bolt master cylinders are made from lightweight, high-strength die-cast aluminum available in three bore sizes, 15/16”, 1.00”, and 1-1/8”, and may be purchased separately or with left-hand or right-hand proportioning valve kits. Other options include a push rod model for manual brake systems, and show-quality finishes in gloss black E-coat (as shown) or chrome powder coat. www.wilwood.com 1955-57 CHEVY…

In the world of Ford enthusiasts, one model reigns supreme: the 10th generation F-150. Among its most passionate fans is Ruben Garcia, affectionately known as “Scarface,” hailing from the vibrant streets of Houston, Texas. Ruben is not just a fan—he’s a visionary who has crafted one of the area’s most iconic trucks dubbed “LA 50T01.” The name carries a playful yet powerful backstory. For every 50 Chevys that catch your eye at a car or truck show, there’s just one Ford that truly stands out. The heart and soul of 50TO1 is a 1999 Ford F-150 Lightning. While these trucks originally rolled off the factory line with supercharged engines, Ruben took innovation to the next level. He enlisted the expertise of Matt Altereo Concepts in Baytown, Texas, to install a…

SOME builds turn heads. Others stop traffic. But Anthony Petrone’s 1996 Hummer H1—nicknamed “High Pressure”—does both and then some. This isn’t your typical off-road rig with a new paint job. This is a seven-year, ground-up, fully custom reinvention of one of the baddest off-road platforms ever built. And Anthony didn’t just bolt on some goodies and call it a day—he re-engineered nearly everything, from frame to roofline, to make this one-off beast stand in a league of its own. It all started like most dream builds do—with a good base and a bad experience. Anthony handed the truck off to two different shops that couldn’t deliver. So he did what any real gearhead would do: tore it all down himself and built it back up the way it should’ve been…

OF YOU’RE A TRUCK ENTHUSIAST LOOKING TO SCORE A DREAM BUILD OR JUST LOVE WATCHING TOP-TIER CLASSICS AND CUSTOMS CROSS THE BLOCK, MECUM AUCTIONS IS THE PLACE TO BE. Whether you’re after a fully restored C10, a lifted diesel, or a vintage Power Wagon, Mecum offers some of the best trucks money can buy, and the Kissimmee auction was no exception. We hit the Mecum Kissimmee event this year and had a blast checking out the lineup of incredible trucks rolling across the auction block. With thousands of vehicles passing through, it was a goldmine for truck lovers, showcasing everything from full-blown restorations to wild custom builds. The best part? Unlike your average car show, these trucks aren’t just for display. They’re for sale, and if you’re ready to bid,…