Table of contents for June 2026 in Drive

MiJo Exclusives presents the 1976 GMC Sierra Grande 15 Mooneyes Custom in 1:24 scale, a limited-edition diecast model that celebrates the classic custom truck scene. With opening hood and doors, this model reveals full V-8 engine detailing, a detailed interior, and an exposed rear chassis. Adorned with authentic Mooneyes graphics, it arrives on a custom diamond plate display base, making it a must-have for fans of custom trucks and the Mooneyes legacy. fairfieldcollectibles.com 800-964-8908…

When it comes to nostalgia, Hammer Time doesn't just check the boxes; it obliterates them. Stephen Conyers of Gonzales, Louisiana, set out with one mission: to build a truck that screams ‘90s vibes while seamlessly incorporating modern flair. The result? A jaw-dropping 1997 GMC Sierra that's not just a build, it's a time capsule on wheels. Making its second appearance at Battle in BAMA, Hammer Time first broke the Internet during its jaw-dropping debut at Lone Star Throwdown (LST). And with just one glance, it's easy to see why. Stephen's vision was clear: recreate the golden era of the ‘90s in truck form. The journey began with a true diamond in the rough—a barn find OBS that had seen better days. These trucks, now pushing 25+ years, were once the…

WHEN Joseph Salama stands beside Aziza, his Pearlescent Gold 1978 Volkswagen Type 2 bus, he's revealing a blueprint for the future of classic motoring. Aziza is more than a beloved family camper with 18 years of road trips under her belt with Joseph; she's proof that electrification can be reversible, affordable, and scalable, all without butchering heritage. And in true Joseph fashion, she's also been tested the hard way—nearly 10,000 miles since conversion, including almost 2,000 grueling rally miles across Europe. Aziza isn't a show queen; she's a working development vehicle, and a rolling business card for Jack's Garage and its latest partnership with Fellten. FROM TRIPOLI TO LADBROKE GROVE Joseph's love affair with Volkswagens began before he could walk. At six months old, his father packed the family into…

In addition to manufacturing a huge variety of “bulk” bolts and studs that are sold in kits by size (not by application), ARP compliments them with an assortment of nuts and washers —including nearly 60 new kits for 2026. ARP's washer lineup includes both polished stainless steel or black oxide treated 8740 chrome moly in SAE sizes from 1/4” to 3/4” with a choice of standard or chamfered models (designed for use with bolts). Metric sizes from M6 to M18 are also available. Special insert washers —ideal for protecting the top of holes from galling or collapsing— are also offered in popular SAE and Metric sizes. The company, founded in 1968 and remaining family owned and operated to this day, also offers a variety of premium quality nuts that are…

TCI Engineering is proud to announce the release of our new Bolt-In 4-Link for the 1973-1991 2WD K5 Blazer/Jimmy platform. This new kit offers the lowest possible ride height while retaining the stock floor. Custom bolt-on frame brackets install easily by reusing the existing leaf spring bracket holes. Our bolt-on axle brackets capture the factory leaf pads making installation a breeze. Included templates provide an easy guide to trim your frame rails to fit our C-notch brackets onto the frame. Designed to be a no compromise rear suspension for your Blazer/Jimmy. Great ride quality, lowest bolt-on stance, and the performance you've come to expect from 50+ years of designing, building, and testing suspension systems. totalcostinvolved.com 800-984-6259…

Back in the day, Don Backstrom's ‘74 Bronco was just another WELL-KEPT rig tucked away with about 40k miles on the clock. But fast forward a few decades, and this thing's a whole different beast. Retired and wrench-happy out on Camano Island, Washington, Don had a vision, and with help from the crew at Rain City Garage, he brought that dream to life. The result? A slick Bronco that looks classic but drives like it rolled straight outta 2024. Under the hood, Don swapped in a Gen 3 Coyote 5.0L from Ford Performance. That's right—this old-school wagon is now running modern muscle, backed up by a Ford electronic transfer case and stuffed between Kincer hybrid axles. It's sitting on a legit Kincer Builder Series chassis powdercoated in Black Magic and…

We've all spent endless hours online searching for local and NOT-SO-local trucks listed for sale. Even if we don't necessarily need a new pickup, there's no harm in looking, right? In theory, the practice of doom scrolling through classified ads is innocent enough, but every now and then things can quickly escalate past the act of window shopping. Before you know it, you just might find yourself hitting the road with an empty trailer “just in case” the truck in question is in fact too good of a deal to turn down. Even if the seller's description is incorrect or simply misleading, there's still a chance that truck is following you home whether under its own power or hitching a ride on that car hauler. Impulse buying a hell of…

We're always told that it's better to give than it is to receive. Most of us dream of being able to pass down our treasures to family and loved ones. Whether it's sentimental jewelry, prized family memorabilia, property, or vehicles, just knowing that we get to share with our loved ones brings about a heavy sense of pride and peace. Now, you may remember Dave Simmons from one of our previous issues, as we featured his clean, green Willys Wagon with a Cummins under the hood. Well, he's back with this epic 1953 Dodge B3H that he built to pass down to his eldest son. Jumping right into it, the original plan for this red 1953 Dodge was to build it into a beefy welding rig that could handle whatever…