This past weekend, the team and I had the chance to be part of Spocom Anaheim — one of Southern California’s staple summer shows blending cars, streetwear, and community all under one roof. For ILLEST, this one hit different. As part of the program, we were invited to run a small fashion segment. With just…
We’ve been on the move lately, pushing to roll out some incredible projects. We had the chance to pull up to a truly standout event hosted by our brothers at Grassroots Edition and Prime NYC. Shoutout to Edo and Pravan of Prime NYC, and Eric and John from Grassroots, for putting together something special for…
We’ve been saying it, the culture always comes full circle.What we saw at Slammed Sunday was proof. After months of grinding behind the scenes, quietly stacking projects and planning moves, we finally brought one to life at AT230 Cars and Coffee. And the energy? It felt like a reset, but not a rewind. It was…
This past weekend, the Mobil1 Air & Water Show took over Costa Mesa—and even with the rain making an appearance, the event didn’t miss a beat. While many shows might struggle with bad weather, this one proved how far thoughtful planning and great energy can carry things. What really made this event stand out was…
Our recent trip to New York was more than just a visit it was a full-circle moment. We had the honor of witnessing our good friend Daniel‘s RWB build—RWB Queens—come to life at the RX2 Expo during the New York Auto Show, a milestone that meant so much to everyone involved. Daniel has been a…
Another year, another wild weekend down in Long Beach. The Acura Grand Prix never disappoints—fast cars, tight battles, and that SoCal energy you can’t really replicate anywhere else. Our guy Agus was out there capturing the madness, and as always, he brought back some heaters. From pit lane to trackside, he caught the action raw…
This past weekend, Race Service unveiled Machine Aesthetic 01: Night of the 935, an immersive event celebrating the legacy and design of the iconic Porsche 935. Hosted by Rod Chong at 8th & Santa Fe in Los Angeles, the night brought together a rare lineup of 935 builds, making for an unforgettable experience for automotive…
Joshua Vides came through with another banger, bringing his signature black-and-white aesthetic to LA with his latest exhibition, Check Engine Light. The show was a full-on immersive experience, blurring the lines between art and reality—something Vides has mastered over the years. At the heart of the exhibit were three cars—a Porsche, a Honda, and a…