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Bogdan Bebeselea

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As a kid, Bogdan grew up handing his dad the tools needed to work on his old Citroen and asking one too many questions about everything happening inside the engine bay.

Growing up just meant spending every penny he could save on R/C cars and scale models, taking them apart and putting them back together just to find out how they work.

Naturally, this upbringing led Bogdan to become an engineer. But thanks to Top Gear, The Fast and the Furious series, and car racing video games, a passion for automotive entertainment was ignited.

Bogdan was lucky enough to find autoevolution, where he can explore this passion and learn to use my talkative nature in a creative environment. Still somewhat of an engineer at heart, he enjoys digging into and writing about the world of Formula 1, but finds yachts and quirky vehicles to be just as cool, as innovation is a common theme among those subjects.

When not sharing his thoughts about what’s going on in the car world, Bogdan can be caught hiking, car spotting (and taking pictures, of course), or taking road trips in his 2008 Audi TT.
This Van Conversion Shows How Little You Need To Take On the Nomad Lifestyle
This Van Conversion Shows How Little You Need To Take On the Nomad Lifestyle

30 Jun 2023, 12:39 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / Camper van builds and mobile homes are more popular than ever, although it's hard to pinpoint precisely why through the myriad of contributing factors. But what is certain is that more and more young people are trying to escape the rat race an...

 
This 4x4 Mercedes Sprinter Van Conversion Is How You Do Retired Travel in Style
This 4x4 Mercedes Sprinter Van Conversion Is How You Do Retired Travel in Style

25 Jun 2023, 17:27 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / At some point in our lives, most of us will reach retirement. Whether you accumulate wealth faster and retire sooner or wait until old age, it is a certainty that looms over our heads. But it doesn't have to be dull or secluded, as this couple...

 
770 HP Honda Integra Type R Takes On 1,000 HP R35 Nissan GT-R With Surprising Success
770 HP Honda Integra Type R Takes On 1,000 HP R35 Nissan GT-R With Surprising Success

25 Jun 2023, 16:21 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / Drag races between rival cars are undoubtedly entertaining. But sometimes, it can be more fun to watch a battle between two cars that only have one common denominator while everything else is worlds apart. In this case, the common ground between...

 
Red Bull Warns Sergio Perez, Puts Daniel Ricciardo in RB19 Pirelli Tire Test
Red Bull Warns Sergio Perez, Puts Daniel Ricciardo in RB19 Pirelli Tire Test

25 Jun 2023, 11:29 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / Red Bull is a team that's quite famous, or rather infamous, for not tolerating failure of any kind. That attitude towards its drivers now puts Sergio Perez on the chopping block, as the team fired a warning shot by having Daniel Ricciardo driv...

 
McLaren Fights Back in F1 With a Three-Race Upgrade That Will Turn the MCL60 Into a B-Spec
McLaren Fights Back in F1 With a Three-Race Upgrade That Will Turn the MCL60 Into a B-Spec

24 Jun 2023, 14:51 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / If you're a McLaren fan like me, this Formula 1 has been incredibly painful to watch, as the team has struggled to even score points, relying on the mishaps of other teams to do so. But after every storm, the sun eventually comes out, and McLa...

 
The Renovation of This 1982 RV Showcases the Challenges and Rewards of a DIY Build
The Renovation of This 1982 RV Showcases the Challenges and Rewards of a DIY Build

24 Jun 2023, 14:46 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / Traveling is undoubtedly one of the most popular ways to relax, take things slow, and stop to smell the roses. However, it has somewhat recently seen a surge in popularity due to the pandemic and restrictions that followed. People have started real...

 
This 1954 School Bus Was Turned Into a Superb Vintage Home on Wheels
This 1954 School Bus Was Turned Into a Superb Vintage Home on Wheels

23 Jun 2023, 15:22 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / With life in big cities becoming increasingly expensive, it's no mystery why so many people adopt the nomad lifestyle. That rings especially true when considering the benefits of travel, freedom, and closeness to nature. And one of the bes...

 
Race Strategy To Factor in F1 Decision on Whether To Remove Tire Warmers
Race Strategy To Factor in F1 Decision on Whether To Remove Tire Warmers

23 Jun 2023, 13:12 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / Fans who've been following the goings-on of Formula 1 know about the long-standing debate about tire warmers. Following a reduction in allowed temperature from 100 to 70 degrees Celsius, the sport plans to ban them altogether, with a vote sche...

 
Mick Schumacher Will Drive His Father's Mercedes W02 at 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed
Mick Schumacher Will Drive His Father's Mercedes W02 at 2023 Goodwood Festival of Speed

23 Jun 2023, 11:21 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / The Goodwood Festival of Speed easily qualifies among the top events for nostalgic enthusiasts, with plenty of cars that would otherwise be a scarce sight, driving around. And this year, Formula 1 fans are about to get a fantastic trip down memory ...

 
This Bus-Conversion Feels Just Like a Real Home, Even Has a Full-Sized Bathtub
This Bus-Conversion Feels Just Like a Real Home, Even Has a Full-Sized Bathtub

18 Jun 2023, 15:49 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / Traveling is one of the most liberating human experiences as it helps us relax, among other things. But to some, it can be a source of anxiety as booking flights and hotels sometimes proves a considerable hassle. As a result, the phenomenon of ...

 
350-HP Classic Mini Races a Stock Mercedes-AMG E 63, Goliath Settles the Score With David
350-HP Classic Mini Races a Stock Mercedes-AMG E 63, Goliath Settles the Score With David

18 Jun 2023, 13:16 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / Regardless of the opponents battling it out, drag races are undoubtedly entertaining. And when there's an underdog going head-to-head with a car known for being fast, it's even better. Like this instance where a modified Mini takes on a M...

 
Rain-Soaked Canadian GP Quali Mixes Up the Grid With Big Names Failing To Reach Q3
Rain-Soaked Canadian GP Quali Mixes Up the Grid With Big Names Failing To Reach Q3

18 Jun 2023, 10:50 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / The grid order for the Canadian Grand Prix has been decided following an intense qualifying session. While Max Verstappen took an expected pole, what happened further down the order made for the most exciting qualifying of the season. And that&...

 
This Van Conversion Can Work as a Mobile Home, Boasts Hidden Shower and Is Winter-Proof
This Van Conversion Can Work as a Mobile Home, Boasts Hidden Shower and Is Winter-Proof

17 Jun 2023, 14:57 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / There's an inherent magic to exploring new places, and the nomad lifestyle is one of the best ways to do that. To some people, it offers a freedom they would otherwise not be able to feel, as there's no need to stress about finding accomm...

 
F1 Canadian GP Friday Practice Cut Short, Teams Couldn't Even Test Upgrades
F1 Canadian GP Friday Practice Cut Short, Teams Couldn't Even Test Upgrades

17 Jun 2023, 14:04 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / Following a short break, the world's biggest circus is back again with this weekend's Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix. And as the weekend develops, we get to learn how the performance index of the team has shifted around with the upgrades b...

 
Toyota GR86 Battles Its AE86 Ancestor, Turns Out You Don't Need Tons of Power To Have Fun
Toyota GR86 Battles Its AE86 Ancestor, Turns Out You Don't Need Tons of Power To Have Fun

17 Jun 2023, 13:03 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / Quarter-mile battles are one of the best ways of settling performance index disputes in the automotive community. But they can do more than that, and this duel showcases the difference in performance between the Toyota GR86 and its Corolla GT-S eld...

 
Consumer Demand for Vehicles Is on the Rise in the US, GM and Ford Both Benefit
Consumer Demand for Vehicles Is on the Rise in the US, GM and Ford Both Benefit

16 Jun 2023, 14:03 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / Contrary to the predictions and expectations, vehicle demand in the United States is on the rise with an increase in sales at auto dealers, according to the US Commerce Department. This increase in sales showcases that the spending power of con...

 
Ford Explorer EV Teams Up With 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny' Summer Blockbuster
Ford Explorer EV Teams Up With 'Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny' Summer Blockbuster

16 Jun 2023, 11:43 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / The Ford Explorer is one of the most ubiquitous cars one can think of, and it's getting a pretty significant upgrade (or downgrade, depending on your point of view) as it's going electric. But launching a new car needs some hype, so Ford ...

 
This Toy Hauler RV Was Turned Into a Spacious Home With Two Bathrooms and a Rear Deck
This Toy Hauler RV Was Turned Into a Spacious Home With Two Bathrooms and a Rear Deck

11 Jun 2023, 14:51 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / For those whose jobs allow it, mobile living can be one of the most liberating experiences for a few reasons. One of the most crucial aspects is, of course, being able to travel to new places and make life more focused on new experiences. But ...

 
900 HP Mk IV Supra Takes On 760 HP Mk V Model in a Generational Hall of Fame Battle
900 HP Mk IV Supra Takes On 760 HP Mk V Model in a Generational Hall of Fame Battle

11 Jun 2023, 14:18 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / From drifting to track days, car meetings, drag racing, and just about every facet of car enthusiasm, the Toyota Supra is held in high regard. And whether that's justified or not is a debate for another day, but it's undeniable that the S...

 
LEGO Takes the Chequered Flag, 24-Hour Le Mans Challenge Build Is Now Complete
LEGO Takes the Chequered Flag, 24-Hour Le Mans Challenge Build Is Now Complete

11 Jun 2023, 14:13 UTC · By: Bogdan Bebeselea / As Le Mans celebrated its Centenary, LEGO was present in north-west France to mark the much-beloved event with an impressive build. The toy company famous for making many vehicles that give enthusiasts countless hours of fun set its own 24-hou...

 

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