From SEMA to the Trails: A Journey Through the Off-Road Industry w/Jerome Dziechiasz

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Summary

This episode of “In The Garage Automotive Podcast” will interest anyone who loves off-roading, overlanding, or the automotive industry. Jerome Dziechiasz, an automotive expert and enthusiast, about his experiences in the off-road and auto worlds. They dive into Jerome's experiences attending the massive SEMA show in Las Vegas and seeing the newest vehicles, products, and trends on display. Jerome shares tips for beginners wanting to get into off-roading - starting with easier trails, going prepared and maintaining your vehicle, having the right gear and supplies. They discuss different vehicle options for new off-roaders. If you're interested in the off-roading scene and culture, overlanding adventures, the SEMA show, or just love trucks - tune in to gain some insights from Jerome. You'll also hear about their plans to hit the trails together in an upcoming trip.

Episode Highlights

Jerome’s First SEMA Experience: Discussion about Jerome’s first experience at SEMA, the differences between trade shows and automotive shows, and the evolution of SEMA over the years.
SEMA Show’s Growth and Features: Insights into the expansion of the SEMA show, the introduction of new halls, and features like the Tesla tunnel and outdoor events like drifting.
Automotive Industry Trends at SEMA: Observations on popular vehicles showcased at SEMA, such as Broncos and Jeeps, and the trend of displaying newly launched vehicles.
Personal Off-Roading Experiences and Preferences: Jerome talks about his own off-roading experiences, his preference for Jeeps, and the practical aspects of using off-road vehicles.
Off-Roading Vehicle Maintenance and Tips: Advice on maintaining off-road vehicles, dealing with common issues like the ‘death wobble,’ and tips for DIY solutions during off-roading trips.
Car Parts and Accessories Discussion: Conversations about various car parts, accessories, and the importance of being prepared with the right equipment for off-roading.
Recommendations for Off-Roading Trails and Beginners: Suggestions for beginner-friendly off-roading trails in California, and recommendations for starter off-road vehicles.
Learning and Preparing for Advanced Off-Roading: Tips on how to learn and prepare for more advanced off-roading, including utilizing resources like YouTube for trail previews.
Future Plans and Collaborations: Discussions about future off-roading trips, content creation, and potential collaborations within the team.
General Automotive and Off-Roading Culture: A broad conversation about car culture, with a focus on off-roading and the automotive industry’s community aspects.

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