From protecting California's off-road access to preparing for one of San Diego's biggest OHV events, this episode of SDORC Dirt Radio tackles the issues that directly affect the people who love getting out in the dirt. Host Dave Stall is joined by Ed Stovin, Jeff Jones, and state lobbyist Mark Smith for updates on the Lost Lizard Fun Run, California OHV legislation, land-use battles, and the real-world challenges surrounding electric vehicles.

Jeff Jones kicks things off with preparations for the Lost Lizard Fun Run, an event expected to draw thousands of off-road enthusiasts. This year's planning includes increased checkpoint staffing, growing sponsor support, and a new push for raffle prizes specifically geared toward women in the off-road community.

In This Episode:

• 🏜️ Lost Lizard Fun Run updates
• 🏁 California off-road access and OHV advocacy
• ⚖️ AB 1613 and proposed OHV safety training
• 🚔 Emergency OHV access for first responders
• 🛣️ City of Needles OHV street-access program
• ☀️ Solar development and off-road land use
• ⚡ EV charging infrastructure and reliability
• 🚙 Responsible recreation and protecting trail access

State lobbyist Mark Smith provides an important Sacramento update on legislation affecting California's off-highway vehicle community. The discussion includes AB 1613, involving OHV safety training, along with efforts to extend the City of Needles program that allows OHV riders limited street access to reach businesses and services.

The crew also discusses AB 2453, which would address the use of off-highway vehicles by first responders during emergencies. Mark explains where the legislation currently stands and why several of these proposals appear to have strong momentum.

The conversation then shifts to one of the toughest issues facing off-road recreation: land use. Ed offers a practical perspective on proposed solar development near Prairie City, weighing renewable-energy projects against the possibility of residential development and the access conflicts that can follow when housing moves closer to recreational areas.

Electric vehicles also generate plenty of discussion. Dave, Ed, and Jeff talk about charging availability, long waits at public charging stations, infrastructure readiness, renewable-energy disposal concerns, and whether California's transportation goals are moving faster than the infrastructure needed to support them.

Key Highlights:

🏜️ Thousands of enthusiasts expected for the Lost Lizard Fun Run

⚖️ California OHV legislation explained

🚔 Proposed protections for emergency OHV use

🛣️ Expanding OHV access in the City of Needles

☀️ Solar development vs. residential development near recreation areas

⚡ Real-world questions about EV charging infrastructure

🚙 Why responsible trail use helps preserve access for everyone

One of Dave's most important messages comes at the end of the show: protecting off-road recreation isn't only about lobbying lawmakers. It's also about how enthusiasts behave when they're using public and private land.

Listen to the full episode for the complete legislative update, Lost Lizard event details, land-use discussion, and an honest conversation about the future of transportation and off-road recreation in California.

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What happens when an automotive museum stops playing it safe and starts thinking bigger? In this episode of San Diego Automotive Museum Radio, Dave Stall and Lenny explore how the museum is evolving through rare cars, youth education, major new exhibits, and an ambitious vision for the future of San Diego car culture.

One of the biggest highlights is the Ignite Academy, where approximately 35 students each week get hands-on experience working on real vehicles. Lenny shares the story of one determined teenager who spent five weeks troubleshooting a donated, non-running Mercedes before finally bringing it back to life—a perfect example of what hands-on automotive education can accomplish.

In This Episode:

• 🔧 Ignite Academy and hands-on automotive education
• 🏎️ Koenigsegg, Pagani, and the museum's hypercar exhibition
• 🎨 Upcoming Art Deco automotive exhibit
• 🎷 Roaring '20s-themed museum gala
• 🚗 2001 Corvette raffle
• 🏁 Lenny's 1991 Honda CRX Si project
• 🏛️ Plans for a major museum expansion
• 👨‍🎓 Inspiring the next generation of automotive enthusiasts

The museum's current hypercar exhibition represents just how far the organization has come. Cars from Koenigsegg and Pagani now share space with an increasingly ambitious collection, while the upcoming Art Deco exhibit will shift the spotlight toward another fascinating era of automotive design.

Lenny also previews the museum's Roaring '20s-themed gala on September 26, featuring live jazz and a speakeasy-style experience. There's also a chance to support the museum through its raffle for a restored 2001 Chevrolet Corvette, complete with distinctive ghost-flame paintwork.

The conversation gets personal when Lenny talks about his 1991 Honda CRX Si, his third CRX and a car he'd been searching for years to find. When he tells Ignite Academy students about his plans to transform it into a serious performance build, their reaction perfectly captures what the program is all about: getting young people excited about cars by letting them become part of the process.

"Could we have ever gotten a Koenigsegg four years ago? Could we get a Pagani? None of those cars ever graced the Auto Museum." — Lenny

Dave and Lenny also discuss the museum's ambitious $10 million expansion plans and the organizational changes happening behind the scenes. Their conversation touches on leadership, fundraising, building the right team, and why surrounding yourself with people who bring different perspectives can make an organization stronger.

Whether you're a collector, weekend wrench-turner, automotive history fan, or someone who wants to see the next generation discover a passion for cars, this episode shows why the San Diego Automotive Museum is becoming much more than a place to look at vehicles.

Listen to the full episode for the stories behind the cars, Ignite Academy, upcoming exhibits, Lenny's CRX project, and the museum's plans for the future.

YouTube: @MrDaveStall

Website: davestall.com

SD Auto Museum Show 08/02/26

From an EV touchscreen failure that takes essential controls with it to a Chevy Colorado that attracts attention everywhere it goes, this episode of You Auto Know with Dave Stall is packed with the kind of real-world automotive insight you won't find in a manufacturer brochure.

Dave Stall and his guest reviewers cover everything from electric SUVs and charging technology to midsize trucks and affordable crossovers, sharing the features they love—and the ones that left them scratching their heads.

The EV conversation starts with Dave's experience in the 2026 Volvo EX30 Twin Motor, a 422-horsepower compact electric SUV with impressive performance but an interface that relies heavily on its central touchscreen. When the system failed during Dave's drive, it affected access to multiple vehicle functions and raised a bigger question: Have modern vehicles become too dependent on touchscreens?

Kristen Barclay offers a very different EV experience with the Hyundai Ioniq 5, highlighting its fast-charging capability, practical design, and vehicle-to-load technology. The conversation also covers Hyundai's aggressive pricing strategy and what changing EV incentives could mean for buyers.

In This Episode:

• ⚡ 2026 Volvo EX30 Twin Motor review
• 🔋 Hyundai Ioniq 5 and fast-charging technology
• 📱 The downside of touchscreen-dependent vehicle controls
• 🛻 2026 Chevrolet Colorado Trail Boss 250th Anniversary Edition
• 🇺🇸 Chevy's Stars and Steel special-edition styling
• ⛽ Real-world diesel truck fuel economy
• 🚙 2027 Kia Seltos X-Line SX review
• 💰 Pricing, warranties, technology, and everyday value

Brian Armstead brings the truck excitement with the 2026 Chevrolet Colorado Trail Boss 250th Anniversary Special Edition, featuring distinctive Stars and Steel styling, blacked-out wheels, and an attention-grabbing LED light rack. Brian says the Colorado generated more positive reactions from strangers than almost any vehicle he's reviewed.

Dave also shares his experience with a Chevrolet Silverado diesel that delivered impressive highway fuel economy during a San Diego-to-Arizona trip—good enough that he nearly bought the truck himself.

Rounding out the show is the 2027 Kia Seltos X-Line SX, a well-equipped subcompact SUV combining turbocharged performance with premium features, Harman Kardon audio, and Kia's 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty.

Key Highlights:

⚡ EV performance vs. everyday usability

🔋 Hyundai Ioniq 5 charging and power capabilities

🛻 Chevrolet Colorado Trail Boss special edition

⛽ Real-world diesel truck efficiency

🚙 Kia Seltos performance and value

📱 Physical controls vs. touchscreen technology

💰 What today's buyers actually get for their money

Whether you're considering your first EV, shopping for a midsize truck, or looking for a smaller SUV with plenty of features, Dave and the team provide candid opinions based on actually living with these vehicles—not simply reading the spec sheet.

Listen to the full episode for the complete reviews, real-world driving impressions, pricing discussions, and the honest pros and cons that make You Auto Know essential listening for anyone shopping for—or simply obsessed with—cars.

YouTube: @MrDaveStall

Website: DaveStall.com

YOU AUTO KNOW 08/2/26