Over the Edge
Feature reporter Greg Carloss approaches the automotive world with an eye for the different and interesting. From behind the scenes to behind the wheel, Over The Edge has it covered.
Summit Point Drifting Episode 3529Episode 3543
For most road racers, losing traction is the last thing they want. But for a select group of rubber slaying enthusiasts who keep constant control of a car… that appears to be out of it – that’s what it’s all about. Our Over the Edge guy Zach Maskell stays sideways as he spends his day drifting away. Drifter: “Burnt Rubber…gasoline…roars of V8’s…And like, a good… Read More
Hagerty Episode 3523
Lots of companies offer insurance for collector and classic cars. But only one seems to understand that, to their owners, they are much more than just steel, glass, and rubber. Our over the edge guy, Zach Maskell, spent a day learning about this family owned business and its passion for the pure joy of motoring. ZACH MASKELL: Hagerty Insurance has more collector… Read More
Explorer Expedition Episode 3510
Not a soul at MotorWeek would ever turn down the opportunity for a true driving adventure. So when our Over The Edge guy Zach Maskell got the call, he jumped on a jet and headed west to “explore” one of the most beautiful places on earth. ZACH MASKELL: Roaming unknown territory is what I’d prefer to do every single day. Perhaps it’s a childish dream… to continue… Read More
Winter Driving Safety & Technology Episode 3509Episode 3521
Years ago, the rubber that got you from A to B was… shady at best. From summer to snow tires, we just hadn’t figured it out yet. But nowadays tires are one of the MAIN ingredients to the entire recipe. So, time now to “chill” with Zach Maskell as he DANCES Over the Edge… in freezing temperatures. ZACH MASKELL: While we humans look pretty similar… we react… Read More
Scotland Gran Tour In A Bentley Episode 3507Episode 3519
Overseas automotive press trips are usually run and gun affairs. Hop on a plane, drive the car a bit, catch a few winks, and back home again. But, this time the invite promised a more elegant motoring experience. So, we dispatched our Over the Edge guy Zach Maskell across the pond to do some genuine grand touring. ZACH MASKELL: I know a few guys and gals who head… Read More
Memorable Stories Episode 3505Episode 3517
JD: Hey Zach, what are you up to? Zach: I’m just researching some segment ideas for our 35th Anniversary season. JD: Well, you’ve come to the right place. These tape archives have thousands of great feature stories from Craig Singhaus, Lisa Barrow, Henry Kopaz, Steven Chupnick, and even a few of mine. I’m sure if you look hard enough, I think you come up with some… Read More
Ocean City Cruise Episode 3503
If you had to choose to do something every day for the rest of your life… might this be it? “I’m a big fan of peace and relaxation. However, as you might guess I’m also a fan of in your face action. What if I told you we found a place that combines all those things together. It’s no utopia... It’s Ocean City, Maryland. My only gripe with it is that this only lasts… Read More
AACA Museum Episode 3439Episode 3453
While we’ve come a very long way from what cars once were, the foundation of today’s most sophisticated rides are direct descendants. Indeed, our over the edge guy, Zach Maskell, takes us time traveling for a reminder that not all new technology is as ground breaking as we might think. ZACH MASKELL: They call it the sweetest place on Earth. I’d say the name surely… Read More
Japanese Classics Episode 3435
Classic American cars can be found in suburban garages everywhere. And, we see a lot of classics from Europe too. But, what about those hidden gems from the other direction: Japan? You might think importing one would cost an arm and a leg…Well, our Zach Maskell takes us over the edge to prove, you too can own a very special one without selling any body parts. ZACH… Read More
Land Rover Iceland Trek Episode 3426
Iceland has some of the most breathtaking landscapes on earth. But, that terrain, not to mention the weather, is not for the faint of heart. That’s why it’s an ideal spot for automakers to benchmark their off-road prowess. Automakers like, say, Land Rover…, well, you can probably see where this is going…that’s why we when we got the invite, it went straight to our… Read More