Oct 28, 20261h 37mS5
What does it take to push a race car beyond its limits? In this episode of Gearhaus, Kalasinga and Vanilla sit down with Karan Rupal of Rupal Racing to explore the engineering, persistence, and passion behind one of the...
About this Podcast:
Gearhaus is a car podcast for anyone who loves speed, style, and stories from the streets and beyond. Each episode unpacks everything from first rides to dream cars, drag races to Dakar, and matatu culture to motorsports.Hosted by car enthusiasts with plenty of banter and brazen opinions, the show explores how cars shape identity, culture, and community. From newcomers to lifelong petrolheads, there’s always something for you under the hood.New episodes drop every week.Gearhaus is a Palahala Media Group production.
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Contact path
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Booking probability
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Guest openness
Selective
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What is Gearhaus about?
Gearhaus is a car podcast for anyone who loves speed, style, and stories from the streets and beyond. Each episode unpacks everything from first rides to dream cars, drag races to Dakar, and matatu culture to motorsports. Hosted by car enthusiasts with plenty of banter and brazen opinions, the show explores how cars shape identity, culture, and community.
What has Gearhaus covered recently?
Recent episodes include "S5 E06: Hold On, We're Going To The Moon! | Rupal Racing" (28 October 2026, 97 minutes), "S5 E05: Surviving 10 Years on Two Wheels as a Lady Biker in Nairobi" (21 October 2026, 76 minutes), and "1 Year Later: Is This Rebuild Still Worth It?" (14 October 2026, 66 minutes).
How often does Gearhaus publish?
Gearhaus publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 77 minutes across 54 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Gearhaus?
Booking probability for Gearhaus is 31%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Gearhaus requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Gearhaus's contact route on record: public web form.
Who should pitch Gearhaus?
The strongest fits for Gearhaus are Car Dealers and Auto Parts Manufacturing. Gearhaus has a leisure audience.
About the host
Gearhaus is a leisure podcast with 54 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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- Oct 21, 20261h 16mS5
Can you survive 10 years on two wheels on Nairobi’s chaotic roads? In this episode of Gearhaus, Kalasinga and Vanilla sit down with veteran biker Shiku to discuss what it takes to travel on Kenya’s roads on a...
- Oct 14, 20261h 6mS5
It has officially been one year since the Nissan Patrol project landed in the workshop. What started out as an optimistic "three-month job" quickly unraveled into discovering hidden rust beneath thick body filler...
- Oct 7, 20261h 22mS5
Ever felt intimidated walking into a mechanic shop, or wondered if that strange dashboard light or engine noise is actually serious? In this episode of Gearhaus, our panel sits down to break down the most common car...
- Sep 30, 20261h 29mS5
What does it take to overland across Africa in a classic Toyota Land Cruiser 80 Series?In this episode of Gearhaus, Kalasinga and Vanilla sit down with Zach to talk about what African overland travel is really like...
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- Sep 23, 20261h 35mS5
Gearhaus is back with Season 5, and we kick it off with one of Kenya’s most dedicated car builders: Melvin Mulanda. Melvin purchased an accident-damaged Audi A5 as a daily cruiser but later embarked on a 4½-year mission...
- Aug 26, 20261h 18mS4
What does it take to drive halfway across the world?In this episode of Gearhaus, Kalasinga and Vanilla meet Sam and Em, better known as The Adventure Way, who spent 222 days driving from London to Nairobi in a 1976...
- Aug 5, 20261h 36mS4
Can Kenya really build its own automotive industry? In this episode of Gearhaus, Kalasinga and Vanilla discuss the current state of Kenya's automotive sector, exploring local vehicle assembly, government policy, market...
- Jul 30, 20261h 10mS4
If you've ever dreamed of owning a Defender, this might be the reality check you need. In this episode of Gearhaus, Kalasinga and Vanilla are joined by CJ, a filmmaker and lifelong Land Rover enthusiast whose blood...
- Jul 15, 20261h 15mS4
Is NTSA actually making our roads safer, or is the rollout creating more problems than it solves? In this episode, Kalasinga and Vanilla are joined by a special guest (the original Gearhaus host) to unpack one of the...
- Jul 8, 20261h 13mS4
Is Kenya a copycat nation when it comes to cars? Which vehicles are actually selling, and why is the "Kimani/Auntie" car stereotype still so common? In this episode of Gearhaus, Kalasinga and Vanilla are joined by...
- Jul 1, 20261h 5mS4
In this second part of our deep dive with Jere, we pick up right where the heartbreak left off. After the Masaku TT tire split and a frustrating serpentine belt failure, Jere reveals the impulsive, "on-the-moment"...
- Jun 24, 20261h 16mS4
After winning the drag races in Konza, he parked his car and only turned it on to go to Arusha, where he also won the rolling and drag races! In this episode of Gearhaus, Kalasinga and Vanilla are joined by Jeremy...
- Jun 17, 20261h 25mS4
What started as a personal project to solve his own "car headaches" has grown into a specialized business that breathes new life into vintage Mercedes-Benz, Volvos, and even Alfa Romeos.In this episode of Gearhaus...
- Jun 11, 202658 minS4
What does it take for a young Kenyan to break into the world of professional motorsport?In this episode, Kalasinga and Vanilla host Amani Kinyua, one of Africa's most promising young karting talents, alongside his...
- Jun 3, 20261h 33mS4
Ferrari recently dropped their latest car, shocking the world, and not for the right reasons. What happens when legendary brands stop listening to enthusiasts? Why are Mercedes and Porsche facing growing criticism? And...
- May 27, 202653 minS4
We're back for another season, and we assure you, this one will be bigger than the last. To kick off the new season, we'll start right in the deep end of absolute chaos, with Kalasinga and Vanilla discussing major...
Apr 22, 20261h 8mPetrol is up by KES 28. Diesel by KES 40. At this point, owning a car in Kenya is no longer just about convenience. Now, you have to be strategic. In this special out-of-season episode, we get into the finer details of...
- Apr 8, 20261h 28mS3
A 490-acre, FIA-grade motorsport facility with a 4.4 km main track and multiple track layouts. That is the idea behind Suguroi Motorcity, an automotive hub being developed in Kenya. In the final episode of Season 3...
- Apr 1, 202658 minS3
Subaru is discontinuing the WRX S4 in Japan, Mercedes is phasing out the V12 in favor of V8s with similar power, and Volvo and Volkswagen are ranking among the worst vehicles in dependability due to software-related...
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