Depth of Speed was born from a desire of story, travel, and a love of anything automotive related. Next year my wife and I will be taking to the streets to uncover and document the greatest stories from the automotive world. From coast-to-coast and from top to bottom, finding the best stories will take the highest priority. Every time I meet someone new or attend an event I amazed at the depth, passion, and love that the automotive world brings. Depth of Speed is just that, an in-depth look at these stories. There is something about motors and machines, that to an outsider looking in, would make us seem plain crazy.
We have begun the process of outfitting our trusty Scamp trailer to traverse the entire country. Known affectionately as a fiberglass egg, our Scamp will be our home for one year of our lives. At only 13 feet long it will make for a cozy year.
The relationship of car and owner once again comes to the forefront of this episode of Depth of Speed with Josh Clason. Craig Johnson represents a long list of devout Volkswagen fanatics who have carried on the legacy of several iconic products from the German carmaker. Known as “the people’s car,” Johnson’s relationship with the VW T1 is highlighted as we’re treated to another cinematic gem.
One minute you’re accelerating into space, the next you’re behind the wheel of your family car. How does space travel affect what – and how – astronauts drive?
When the final Space Shuttle blasted off from the Kennedy Space Center on July 21, astronauts waved goodbye to 17,300mph travel and a journey strapped to a 526,000-gallon fuel tank.
After 12 days, 18 hours, 28 minutes and 50 seconds – not to mention 200 orbits around Earth during a journey of 5,284,862 miles – Atlantis landed safely, marking the end of the Shuttle programme.
More than 600 men and woman have rocketed into orbit since the first Shuttle launch in 1981. But how do they get the same adrenalin rush here on Earth?   …  More
Richard Hammond visits Iceland to try being a passenger in a buggy which can drive on water. Brilliant car review and outdoor toy challenge from the smash hit BBC motoring show
This is the only Batmobile created that makes fiction reality. It is powered by a military spec Boeing turboshaft engine driving the rear wheels through a semi automatic gearbox. It features a custom tube frame/monocoque chassis with fully independant suspension, disc brakes, and a sequential shifter. It runs on kerosene, diesel, or Jet fuel and has a power to weight ratio comparable to a Dodge Viper. The car is registered and insured for the road in the United States. Built in 2011 by Casey Putsch of Putsch Racing . com