Where Big Ideas Hit the Road
Motor Ideas is your high-octane pit stop for creative car culture, forward-thinking upgrades, and drive-worthy discoveries. We bring curious minds and capable hands together to explore what’s next in automotive—from bold tech to small-but-mighty DIY fixes. If it rolls, roars, or recharges, we’re on it.
From the Garage to the Grid: Why We Built Motor Ideas
Hey there, welcome to the shop.
Motor Ideas started like most great car stories: with a late-night project, too many coffee cups, and one big question—why isn’t there a space where innovation, curiosity, and car culture truly collide?
We’d been swapping ideas in garages, sketching mods on napkins, debating electric vs. analog, and realizing… we weren’t alone. Drivers, tinkerers, and techies everywhere were hungry for something fresh. Not just another news feed or spec sheet—but a space that actually sparks imagination.
So, we built it.
Motor Ideas isn’t just about what’s under the hood. It’s about the vision behind it. And it’s for anyone who loves to dream, build, drive, and share.
No Maps. Just Meaning.
At My Guide to Self, we don’t hand you a GPS—we hand you the keys. Our mission is to help you chart your own course toward fulfillment, authenticity, and a life that feels like yours.
Meet the Motor Minds
We’re engineers, weekend wrenchers, road-trippers, and curious creatives—united by a love of cars and the wild ideas that make them better. Our team blends real-world experience with big-picture thinking to bring you content that’s practical, powerful, and packed with personality.
Frankie Velo
Vehicle Hacksmith | Custom Garage Realist
Frankie Velo doesn’t just fix cars—she flips the script on what they can be. With a background in industrial design and a deep love for dirt-under-the-nails projects, Frankie’s known for turning curbside “maybes” into driveway marvels. Her work bridges grit and cleverness, showing readers how to stretch parts, plans, and patience into something surprisingly awesome. Signature move: Rebuilding confidence one busted bracket at a time.
Frankie Velo doesn’t just fix cars—she flips the script on what they can be. With a background in industrial design and a deep love for dirt-under-the-nails projects, Frankie’s known for turning curbside “maybes” into driveway marvels. Her work bridges grit and cleverness, showing readers how to stretch parts, plans, and patience into something surprisingly awesome. Signature move: Rebuilding confidence one busted bracket at a time.
Dex Renauldt
DriveTech Strategist | Dashboard Disruptor
Dex Renauldt lives at the intersection of code, torque, and curiosity. A former UX engineer for autonomous fleets, he now explores the bleeding edge of automotive tech—from smart systems to software-over-the-air updates. Dex translates complex concepts into surprisingly relatable roadmaps for readers who want to *understand* what’s going on under their touchscreen. Signature move: Making “vehicle-to-cloud integration” sound kind of cool.
Dex Renauldt lives at the intersection of code, torque, and curiosity. A former UX engineer for autonomous fleets, he now explores the bleeding edge of automotive tech—from smart systems to software-over-the-air updates. Dex translates complex concepts into surprisingly relatable roadmaps for readers who want to *understand* what’s going on under their touchscreen. Signature move: Making “vehicle-to-cloud integration” sound kind of cool.
Quinn Kestrel
EV Culture Critic | Clean Power Trailblazer
Quinn Kestrel is here for the quiet power revolution. With a background in environmental policy and a charger in her driveway, she blends sharp reporting with big-picture perspective on the electric movement. Whether it’s breaking down tax credits or calling out range myths, Quinn brings clarity and energy to every story. Signature move: Explaining the EV lifestyle without preaching it.
Quinn Kestrel is here for the quiet power revolution. With a background in environmental policy and a charger in her driveway, she blends sharp reporting with big-picture perspective on the electric movement. Whether it’s breaking down tax credits or calling out range myths, Quinn brings clarity and energy to every story. Signature move: Explaining the EV lifestyle without preaching it.
Jett Moreno
Auto Culture Generalist | Story-First Test Driver
Jett Moreno has driven everything from a three-wheeled concept in Tokyo to a barely-legal dune buggy in Baja—and he’s got a story for every mile. Equal parts enthusiast and explainer, Jett makes car culture accessible without dumbing it down. His beat? Anything that moves—and the people obsessed with it. Signature move: Finding the human story under the hood.
Jett Moreno has driven everything from a three-wheeled concept in Tokyo to a barely-legal dune buggy in Baja—and he’s got a story for every mile. Equal parts enthusiast and explainer, Jett makes car culture accessible without dumbing it down. His beat? Anything that moves—and the people obsessed with it. Signature move: Finding the human story under the hood.
What Gets Our Engines Going
We’re obsessed with what could be—not just what is.
Every article, guide, and recommendation we share goes through our unofficial test track:
- Does it spark curiosity?
- Would we actually try it in our own garage?
- Can it help someone save time, money, or a headache?
- Is it fun, clever, or just downright cool?
We chase creativity, not just clicks. And we believe the open road should always be full of possibility.
Got a Motor Idea of Your Own?
Whether it’s a wild mod, a clever trick, or a new take on tomorrow’s tech—drop us a line. We love hearing what drives you.