Ep 13. Road Tripping the Hemi Gremmie
- December 11, 2022
- 43 min
As the 11th season of Roadkill comes to a close, the team sets out on a road trip for the ages in the season 11 finale episode titled "Road Tripping the Hemi Gremmie." The adventure begins with hosts David Freiburger and Steve Dulcich headed out to pick up a 1975 Dodge D100 Sweptline truck from a friend.
The truck isn't just any old beater, though. It's got a Hemi engine under the hood, and it's in need of some serious attention. The Roadkill team sees this as the perfect opportunity for a wild road trip, and they set off on a journey to fix up the truck and run it through its paces.
Along the way, the team encounters various challenges that threaten to derail their plans. They traverse through remote areas in the rugged mountains, face changing weather conditions, and encounter unexpected surprises that force them to get creative with their solutions.
Despite the obstacles, the team eventually arrives at their destination: the Bonneville Salt Flats. Here, they race the Hemi Gremmie against a modified Jeep. The race is intense and close, but the Hemi Gremmie ultimately comes out on top.
Throughout the episode, viewers are treated to the unique sense of humor and camaraderie that Roadkill has become famous for. Freiburger and Dulcich's dynamic is particularly entertaining, as they bicker, joke, and work together to overcome each obstacle they encounter.
"Road Tripping the Hemi Gremmie" encapsulates everything that's great about Roadkill: the sense of adventure, the love of cars, and the boundless enthusiasm of the hosts. Whether you're a hardcore gearhead or just love a good road trip, this season 11 finale episode is sure to tick all the boxes.