Category: Features

The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.

Documentary Featuring 3P Offroad Premiering in Houston

3P Offroad, a Houston, Texas, off-road shop, played a heroic role in rescuing those stranded by Hurricane Harvey in 2017. The shop, as well as other individuals who aided in relief and rescue efforts, are featured in a documentary, '100 Boats,' premiering on Thursday.

3P Offroad, a shop located in Tomball, Texas, became unlikely heroes when Hurricane Harvey brought catastrophic floods to Houston and surrounding areas. In just four days, the 4×4 service center transformed into a vital headquarters for approximately 2,000 volunteers, all aiding the relief and rescue efforts in the Cypress and Tomball areas, while founding partners… Continue reading Documentary Featuring 3P Offroad Premiering in Houston

Gateway Bronco Partners with Ryan Blaney on Charity Resto-Mod

Seth Burgett has overseen the resto-mod of many first-generation Broncos at his Hamel, Illinois, facility, Gateway Bronco, but recently undertook the effort of crafting a 1974 Ford Bronco that is more than just a vehicle. Originally contacted by the NASCAR Cup Series driver Ryan Blaney’s Family Foundation about the build in Oct. 2018, the proceeds… Continue reading Gateway Bronco Partners with Ryan Blaney on Charity Resto-Mod

Acura’s First SUV Reimagined for RADwood

Acura’s Super Rare First SUV Reimagined with Super Handling All-Wheel Drive

Acura threw it back to the ’90s with the debut of a restored and reimagined 1997 Acura SLX – the brand’s first SUV and first AWD vehicle – at the RADwood Car Show in Orange County, California, last month. Built specifically for RADwood, the SLX’s original 3.2L V6, 4-speed automatic and conventional 4×4 drivetrain were… Continue reading Acura’s First SUV Reimagined for RADwood

From the Mag: Bangers & Flatties Forever

The January issue of THE SHOP Magazine is here, and inside, automotive journalist Tony Thacker gives readers a look at how a group of hot rodders are keeping a nearly 100-year-old engine alive. Since the very first speed shop opened its doors back in 1930, the I4 and ‘Flathead’ V-8 engines that powered early vehicles like Ford… Continue reading From the Mag: Bangers & Flatties Forever