Matt Grabli – About The Author
Matt Grabli is a professional mechanic, experienced off-roader, writer and founder of Offroadium. Worked as a general automotive mechanic, parts specialist at Auto Zone, and aftermarket performance product consultant at Real Truck, before shifting focus to writing and digital content creation.
My story
Like many, my passion for cars stems from my father. From a young age, I would linger with him in the garage, watching him fixing and maintaining cars into the late hours. Car magazines showcasing beautiful vehicles captivated me far more than books or cartoons ever could. This blossomed into an addiction where I would eagerly spend my pocket money on the latest issue of Car & Driver. This influenced my decision to pursue a career in automotive field.
Like many car enthusiasts in the early 2010s, “stance” and “street scene” dominated my interests, with websites like StanceNation and SpeedHunters as my biggest influences. However, after completing my street stance build, I realized my prized car, into which I had invested significant time and resources, was no longer fully drivable. The stiff suspension and inability to clear speed bumps limited where I could go, even road trips were unrealistic due to ride discomfort.
It was around then that I turned to off-road vehicles. Despite working with client trucks and Jeeps previously, I had not appreciated how well these vehicles aligned with my goals and lifestyle. They satisfied nearly everything on my wish list (except perhaps gas mileage) and opened new roads and destinations through enhanced capabilities versus the limitations of my previous build. I could apply my creativity, knowledge, and experience to improve drivability rather than hinder it.
This opened an exciting new world, from local camping to cross-state expeditions on scenic trails. Events like King of the Hammers and Overland Expo exposed me to the mature, side of automotive culture. My passion for vehicle modification, technical experience, writing skills, and interactions with owners of customized off-road rigs have inspired me to share my knowledge with like-minded enthusiasts on Offroadium.com
Matt's Posts
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Toyota Land Cruiser 100 and its American twin brother Lexus LX470 are hands down some…
If someone asked me to put a top 10 list of the most controversial models…
Outdoor camping and exploration are, hands down, some of the most refreshing and inspiring activities,…
Continuing the series of articles dedicated to AWD crossovers, it’s impossible not to cover off-road/overland…
Almost a decade ago Tesla launched the mass production of their game-changing electric vehicles that…
In this article, we will cover everything you need to know to equip your 2nd…