Steven Symes

Steven Symes started turning a wrench long before he could legally drive, and is a self-described car nerd. He’s owned quite a few vehicles, including a Saab 9-3, Honda CR-X Si, Volvo V70 AWD, Mitsubishi Montero and many others. Steven currently has a Toyota Highlander that’s seen quite a bit of off-road action, but he’s on the hunt for a project off-roader that has a set of low gears, locking diffs, and plenty of potential.

Steven lives in the Mountain West and loves to go off-roading, as well as have other outdoor adventures. He still has a passion for street cars, especially Porsches and just about anything with a Small Block Chevy V8 under the hood.

If he could have any vehicle, Steven would go for two with a Toyota FJ80 and a Porsche 959. Also, Steven has modified quite a few cars, and has trouble leaving anything purely stock for long.

Steven’s not only fascinated with the machines, but also the culture and business of the automotive industry. He has a big interest in safety, plus his background in the tech industry means he’s quite critical of emerging vehicle technologies. Also, he loves studying how car enthusiasts of all stripes meet and interact at all kinds of events.

Check Out My Ride!
A seven-passenger Mazda CX-9

Big Zoom: The Mazda CX-9

With the Mazda CX-9, has the car maker learned from its mistakes and finally produced a family hauler that won't put drivers into a waking coma?

With the Mazda CX-9, has the car maker learned from its mistakes and finally produced a family hauler that won't put drivers into a waking coma?

A new Jaguar F-pace shows how sporty an SUV can be

The 2017 Jaguar F-Pace: A Bigger Cat

When you think of SUVs, Jags probably aren't the first cars to spring to mind. But the new Jaguar F-Pace can change that.

When you think of SUVs, Jags probably aren't the first cars to spring to mind. But the new Jaguar F-Pace can change that.

The 2017 Volvo XC90 T5

Volvo XC90: Lots of Tech, Lots of Combos

With a complete overhaul for the 2016 model year, the Volvo XC90 has been transformed into a different kind of SUV with lots of tech included.

With a complete overhaul for the 2016 model year, the Volvo XC90 has been transformed into a different kind of SUV with lots of tech included.

An electric Beetle could be a future car in the GRC electric series

Supercharged: GRC creating all-electric series

The GRC is adding an all-electric series to accompany its GRC Lites and Supercars series. The new electric-racing series could mean a lot to consumers.

The GRC is adding an all-electric series to accompany its GRC Lites and Supercars series. The new electric-racing series could mean a lot to consumers.

A 2017 Mini Clubman is the largest Mini ever made.

2017 Mini Clubman: Driving A Giant Go-Kart

BMW bought the Mini brand and launched a new generation of the cars in 2001. The 2017 Mini Clubman is the latest evolution of the brand.

BMW bought the Mini brand and launched a new generation of the cars in 2001. The 2017 Mini Clubman is the latest evolution of the brand.