Automotive stories · Real-world experience
More Than Cars.
It’s a Lifestyle.
From your first set of keys to the stories that stay with you. Car culture, buying advice, and life in the driver’s seat—with Pete, your Car Guy.
Life in the driver’s seatThe Car Guy’s Blog
Every car has a story.
Personal experiences, memorable rides, and lessons from the automotive world.
From the archives · January 2026
Ski & The Mini…
A memorable character and a Mini Cooper. A story from a business full of personalities.
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First cars · July 2025
My First Car: 1983 Toyota Tercel
Some cars stay with you long after the last mile. Looking back at where the journey began.
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Road culture · July 2025
Get Your Kicks on Route 66
Music, memories, and America’s iconic road. Celebrating the culture beyond the car.
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Life of a Car Guy
The Podcast
People. Passion. Everything automotive.
MORE THAN CARS. IT’S A LIFESTYLE.Ride shotgun
Good stories.
Great conversations.
The Life of a Car Guy Podcast brings the automotive lifestyle into the conversation—from the people behind the wheel to the experiences that fuel our passion.
Watch the podcast on YouTube, then explore more automotive stories and videos on the channel.
Watch the podcast ↗On the channel · @TheLifeOfACarGuy
Pull up. Press play.
Ownership insights and automotive conversations, straight from Pete.
Watch · Ownership
Understanding Vehicle Recall Safety
Watch on YouTube ↗Watch · Maintenance
Major Service: Timing Belt and Water Pump
Watch on YouTube ↗Watch · First cars
My Kids First Car
Watch on YouTube ↗Ask a Car Guy · Buying & ownership
A little guidance goes a long way.
Shopping for a car? Wondering what to ask at the dealership? Bring your automotive questions and tap into real-world sales and finance experience.
Through the lens
Cars. People. Memories.
Meet your Car Guy
A lifelong passion.
A personal perspective.
My passion for automobiles began at just two years old, sitting behind an imaginary dashboard with a toy steering wheel and shifting through the gears. What started as a childhood fascination became a lifelong journey through automotive sales, management, and entrepreneurship.
Meet Pete →Welcome, fellow automotive enthusiasts! Buckle up—you’re in for one incredible ride!
Today, Life of A Car Guy is where that passion meets experience. Whether you’re purchasing your first vehicle, exploring the latest automotive innovations, discovering classic cars, or simply enjoying the thrill of the open road, you’ve come to the right place.
Through The Car Guy’s Blog, Life of A Car Guy Podcast, YouTube videos, and automotive discussions, I’ll share real-world insights, entertaining stories, valuable car-buying advice, and everything that makes automotive culture so exciting.
This isn’t just about cars. It’s about the people, the experiences, and the lifestyle behind the wheel. So buckle up, ride shotgun, and let’s kick it into gear!
