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From the Editor: Welcome to the January 2025 issue of Drive Magazine! This month, we're kicking off the new year with stories that blend nostalgia with innovation, showcasing the passion for custom builds, electric transformations, and timeless classics. On the cover, we have Bryan Battaglini's incredible 1969 Chevy K5 Blazer. After building several C10 trucks, Bryan wanted something bigger as his family grew—and this K5 Blazer was the answer. With three years of hard work and support from his wife Kelly, Bryan turned this Blazer into a true showstopper, reflecting his love for classic trucks and custom builds. The result is a blend of craftsmanship, family pride, and dedication. In Austin, Texas, Moment Motor Company is leading the charge in transforming beloved classic cars into modern electric masterpieces. Founded by…
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FEATURE 1 LO K5 BRYAN BATTAGLINI'S 1969 CHEVY K5 BLAZER IS MORE THAN JUST A SHOWSTOPPER—IT'S A REFLECTION OF HIS LOVE FOR CLASSIC TRUCKS AND DEDICATION TO CUSTOM BUILDS. As an electrical contractor, Bryan poured three years of hard work and a significant amount of cash into turning this Blazer into the head-turner it is today. Bryan had already built several C10 trucks, but with his kids growing up, he wanted something bigger—enter the K5 Blazer. His wife Kelly was supportive throughout the project, making the build that much more special. “Bryan gave it a classic '69 C10 look by swapping all the trim using a kit from Mar-K… The exterior of the Blazer has some serious custom work. The rear wheelwells were fabricated for extra clearance, and Hart Fab…
FEATURE DRIVING THE FUTURE NESTLED in Austin, Texas, Moment Motor Company has carved out a niche in transforming beloved classic cars into modern electric marvels. Founded by Marc Davis, a car enthusiast with a penchant for nostalgia and innovation, Moment started with a simple yet ambitious idea: to make classic cars sustainable without stripping them of their soul. Marc's journey into the world of electric conversions began with a moment of clarity—the realization that classic car owners, much like himself, desired the timeless beauty of their vehicles but without the mechanical headaches and environmental guilt. “Our mission is to keep the chrome but lose the exhaust,” Marc says with a twinkle in his eye. “We want to preserve these beautiful pieces of automotive history and give them a second life…
FEATURE INVINCIBLE So, you've got a Tesla Cybertruck or are just dreaming about one, and you're thinking, “How can I make this beast even more beastly?” Enter Unplugged Performance—the wizards behind some of the coolest Tesla mods out there. If a Tesla is your favorite toy, Unplugged Performance is basically the Santa of custom mods, and the crew's latest project, the Invincible Cybertruck, is nothing short of a Christmas miracle for EV enthusiasts. Now, I know what you're thinking. “The Cybertruck is already pretty intense; what more can you add?” Well, Unplugged Performance is not here to play it safe. It's here to take your Cybertruck from “cool” to “legendary.” First up, the 2.5-inch lift kit was introduced because why settle for ground-level when you can tower over mere mortals?…
We all have those vehicles that blast us right back to our childhoods. Even with one quick glance, memories from decades ago can seem just like they were yesterday. Adam Pitale, founder of Adam's Polishes, experienced this time-machine-like effect when he spotted this 1978 Bronco. Its exterior had previously been repainted and restored before he purchased it, but someone painstakingly upgraded it with the purpose of maintaining the OE styling of its heyday. “It brought me right back to when I was a kid,” Adam says about his first encounter with this 78. “I was 7 back when these were new. This Bronco just screamed 1970s, but there was still lots to be done in order to complete the restoration.” As Adam mentioned, the Bronco's paint and bodywork were already…
