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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 inspire enthusiasts of all stripes. On The Cover: Pushing the Boundaries of Creativity - The CCS Crew's Latest Masterpiece: Step into the world of Custom Car Studio (CCS) as we unveil their latest masterpiece: a crew cab 1956 Ford F-600 that defies expectations and exudes a sense of sinister sophistication. Witness the transformation of a beat-up farm truck into a work of automotive art that pushes the boundaries of creativity and craftsmanship. The Beauty of Patina: Join us as we explore Mark's journey with his 1954 Ford C750 cab-over-engine (COE),…
THE LEGENDARY BEL AIR Borrowing its stylish looks from the legendary Bel Air, the 1957 Chevrolet Cameo was dubbed “the gentleman's pickup” - more at home in the driveway of a suburban bungalow than on a farm. A fine example of Chevrolet's Task Force Series (1955 to 1959), these pickups blurred the line between work truck and passenger car. They abandoned the no-frills models of the past with wraparound windshields, V-8 powerplants, 12-volt electrics, two-tone paint, and chrome trim inspired by the premium cars of the day. Now, you can celebrate this iconic Chevy pickup with this 1:18-Scale 1957 Chevrolet Cameo Diecast Truck, presented by The Hamilton Collection www.bradfordexchange.com VINTAGE AIR RELEASES GEN 5 SUREFIT KIT FOR 1988-94 CHEVY C10 TRUCKS Vintage Air, the leading manufacturer of complete performance air-conditioning…
FEATURE FRIGHTFUL FLATBED When the time comes for a seasoned custom car builder and collector to look for something ‘different’ than they have had in the past, this is what they gravitate towards. Just finding a '54 Ford C750 and getting it back in driving condition would fit the bill for staking claim on possessing an uncommon vehicle, but there's always more room to further venture out into the territory of truly unusual. Mark Pierson of Sarasota, Florida is a well-documented car and truck enthusiast who is always hunting for his next wild addition to his collection. While he currently has several unique vehicles in his stable, his latest acquisition captures far more attention than the rest. AGED TO PERFECTION While Mark is never afraid to dive deep into a…
01 EDGE PRODUCTS '98.5-'02 CUMMINS COMP BOX The Comp Box has dominated the 1998.5-2002 24V Cummins market for two decades and is what put Edge Products on the map in the early diesel performance era. With so many VP44 trucks still on the road, the company has completely revamped its Comp Box to offer those same dominating power and torgue gains with the industry's latest technology. The new Bluetooth wireless switch offers adjustability on the fly, while the available smartphone app offers fine tuning control over fueling and timing settings. The all-new Comp allows users to dial in their power curve for aftermarket injectors and larger turbo combinations with better control over smoke output. Breathing new life into an old 5.9L Cummins, Comp offers power gains from 40-180hp with stock…
Here at Diesel World, we like to think we are quite familiar with the word diesel—we say it all the time. We drive, tinker, and document diesel trucks on a daily basis. But how many of us have taken a deep dive to learn about the origins of the word diesel or how these motors became so popular and trusted? The origin story of diesels stems from none other than the man Rudolf Diesel. Born in Paris in 1858, Diesel was found to be quite a hard worker as well as a very smart student. He helped his father in his workshop and excelled in classes, gaining a bronze medal for instruction at age 12. After graduating from Munich Polytechnical with very high academic honors, he went on to become…
SCAN ME It's always amazing to see what true automotive artisans can pull off with old, rusted-out vehicles. Top-tier shops with the right combination of craftspeople and a collective hopeful outlook can make miracles happen. Classic Car Studio of Brentwood, Missouri, has proven it is indeed one of nation's elite automotive restoration businesses, as documented in the TV series “Speed is the New Black,” which showcases some of CCS's most celebrated accomplishments. Shop owner Noah Alexander and his crew have shown the world the high-caliber results they routinely pull off with nearly all types of vehicles, from vintage muscle cars to classic trucks and everything else in between. THE SHOW MUST GO ON The last episode of “Speed” aired back in 2018, but that didn't stop the CCS crew from…
