Goodbye Hoonigan - Full Story

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00:00 Intro
00:46 How I got the job
06:39 What I did at Hoonigan
17:12 Why I'm leaving
22:21 What's next
25:30 Thanks
#hoonigan

[@vin_tra]

ASK ME ANYTHING. I'll do my best to respond to all

[@BananaWagon]

Dream sandwich to eat in what dream car?

[@keithhorner]

Do you think there's a space that an "Old" style Hoonigan type channel could succeed? Or do you think car/internet/consumer culture has moved on from that?

[@vin_tra]

Ok so first off, a dream sandwich doesnt exist. But it would prob be an imported Long Island Chicken Cutlet variant on a hero. Car would be a truck. Big center console for placement and maybe a bag of chips. @@BananaWagon

[@pimpshit2316]

Keep up the good work Vinny excited to fallow your journey

[@vin_tra]

It already exists. Some KZbinrs took what we did and built insane businesses off of it. Fitting that dipshittery culture into a big business just wont work.@@keithhorner

[@GarageBilt]

RIP to the best of Hoonigan. Without the Hert, Vin, Dan, Suppy, Grim, it’s just not the same anymore. Vin I wish you the best with your new direction.

[@LastNameInTown]

You can put Ken in that list too. ✌#KB43VER

[@freedomfox8183]

​​@@LastNameInTownfor sure and we all love ken block 43 forever....but to be honest and fair to the OGs ken was a very very small part of this channels on screen success.. he always had something else going on while they were grinding away on this brand and channel,not that there's anything wrong with that, he just had other priorities as well

[@PatientXero607]

Without Ken continuing the financial backbone of Hoonigan, it was destined to die off. Pretty sure Lucy didn't want to keep it and Lia has her own career in the works. In all, the others are a great group of people but without Ken, the fabric isn't there to keep the group together.

[@pierrefab7185]

Did all of them leave too??? I been off Hoonigan for awhile

[@Skizzy7777]

@@pierrefab7185pretty much

[@goose.biscuits]

You literally changed car culture with all the OG Hoonigans. Do what makes you happy and know you inspired an entire generation of hoonigans.

[@vin_tra]

Thanks! Incredible hard decision to make

[@ssdraven]

@@vin_tra sometimes the hardest decisions have the best results...you are 100% going to flourish in your future endeavors!

[@lazylion420]

the hyperbole is interesting. I don't see how Hoonigan "changed" car culture but it definitely supported it and pushed it out there and brought more people in. Hoonigan is just modern hot rodding. I dunno how radically it's changed other than the technology involved CARRY ON

[@hollarforadollar9244]

No he didn't. Ken did

[@Cosm1cCream]

​@@hollarforadollar9244 hater

[@tuspu8255]

Daily transmission era back at the Donut shop was really a legendary era of youtube automotive content and you guys paved the way for many car channels that are on top today. And otherwise inspired millions of car guys and girls to build cars and hoon around. Its sad to see where Hoonigan is going compared to what it was, but I guess every good thing must come to an end. And like someone already said; without you, Dan, Hert, Suppy and all the boys, its just not the same.

[@marcuspearce7652]

True man I miss the old days when Hoonigan just a bunch of enthusiasts who like to hoon cars

[@dbk81]

Daily Transmission showcased the amazing people in the shop, what they did really didn’t matter, as long as it was our crew that we loved, it was going to be entertaining as shit. It was organic, it was genuine, and that’s why it was amazing.

[@vin_tra]

and we still do its just not really a business objective for them. it is hard to make sense of pure nonsense HAH@@marcuspearce7652

[@KITT-K2000]

Thank you Vin for the heads up for the shop, DDE will continue the legacy of tires shreding and cool content, Damon started DDE because of Ken so he is full of gratitude and and honored to be and the same spot as you guys and the big boss #43 were. It will be a blast and it was so great to see you there shreding your gt3 tires. Hope to see you there whith the DDE boys sometimes and i hope your doing great !!!

[@mrpunx]

I Love how they made the burn out area called The Block for Ken

[@joesanford-jj3yo]

Could this be a partnership....you and DDE? Imagine the possibilities....

[@HoustonRoad]

Here here!!

[@cranck07]

I've been thinking the same thing. Think its a good match.@@joesanford-jj3yo

[@joeantonissen3986]

Vin moves to DDE I call it now

[@leegaboriault1961]

The loss of Vin, Hert, Suppy, Nads on top of Ken's passing absolutely changes Hoonigan in ways that I don't think the company can recover from. I love the work that Scotto does, obviously Gymkhana is the stuff of legends and changed the entire car media world, but things are so different now.

[@davidly5793]

Suppy still with the hoon no? Isnt he in charge of all the "secret" projects?

[@Cynsham]

@@davidly5793Suppy has been gone for a while if I’m not mistaken.

[@alexelrod242]

There is no sevret projects, supy is gone Also scotto has a new job at a new conpany and isn't really part of hoonigan anymore​@@davidly5793

[@jeremyhare9515]

Suppy left too?

[@andrewkirk8687]

Agree, it’s lost its blood sweat and tears that’s relatable to the wider community.

[@MegaTexan2010]

As an OG daily transmissions watcher seeing all of the OG's leaving hurts. But we will watch you, Dan and Hert wherever you go.

[@enriquepastor3626]

100%

[@jaycar06ify]

You owe none of us any of this. You are just an old school good dude. Thank you for sharing a piece of you

[@vin_tra]

You are right but I love the support so I want to make stuff for you.

[@one8racing79]

Welcome to DDE FAMILY bro I can not believe they actually got the building I am so f ING pumped. All love from Connecticut

[@Vs_Garage_YT]

End of an era… hoonigan will be missed and will never be the same without the OG’s

[@CriticoolHit]

Indeed. Ken really held a lot of things in his orbit. Hoonigan imploded nearly immediately.

[@LF-Productions]

This is so sad watching all the OG hoonigans leave but I get it times change, people move on, excited to see what the future holds

[@bored2323]

The company was probably sold or took on new investors that want to go a different most likely even more corporate then it already is so the OGs will naturally all leave

[@avidworkslol]

@@bored2323 It was sold, WheelPros owns it now.

[@ShredGarage]

@@bored2323if you just go look at the last handful of months of Hoonigan content it is all the very structured “this vs that” and similar content. The old content of having off the cuff and wild content won’t be done by a large corporation.

[@sfgwraps1801]

watched this when it came out, since DDE is back at the HQ that would be the next best thing to the old school. They've got the momentum be cool to have someone with your know how mixed in

[@MWB313]

Just have to say, I think Vin and DDE are a perfect match. Would love to see that happen. A huge win for both.

[@killacam2644]

Ken passing and the Sale of the brand had to be the end of this OG Era. I wish them well with or without all of you guys. Good and relatable Content really means a lot to people around the world. I hope all of you guys can pave your own lanes and collaborate with each other outside of hoonigan. Best of luck.

[@fucksusanwojcicki]

it was sold over a year ago

[@samswadener2160]

I’ve been watching hoonigan since I was like 12, I’m 21 now and while I’m sad to see my favorite people leaving, I’m super excited to see where everyone is going. I wish you nothing but the best and we all know you’ll succeed!!

[@vin_tra]

DUDE THIS RULES! Thank you!

[@rsimps14]

Me too dude! I remember coming home from middle school to watch daily transmission videos. Now I’m about to graduate university with a full degree. I feel so old now. Wishing you the best Vinny!

[@GoPotato69]

yup same situation here, ab to graduate, thx vin

[@ElatedThug]

@@vin_traI’m in the same boat but 23 now, love seeing appearances on dde, with Larry Chen. Collaboration and work with others in the industry would be dope.

[@harley66396]

he will be working for DDE very soon

[@mattgallegos10]

R.i.p. to the real hoonigan crew. Ever since Ken passed. Hoonigan has really changed drastically. I hope everyone that has left has so much success. Looking forward to what comes next

[@alljackedup408]

The feeling is no longer what it used to be towards Hoonigan.. could care less if it's Corporate owned..... but we became a part of Hoonigan back from the donut shop days where it was rowdy... and everyone had genuine fun and were making a living doing it. Forever greatful for what you guys did and shared with us... positive vibes going forward my dude!

[@benwatkins3794]

Couldn’t* care less. Not could.

[@tyvekhomewrap9164]

"Could care less" makes no sense. You mean could not?

[@joeaardvark9214]

Grateful*

[@JUSTHAVEFUNRC]

I don’t know when I stopped watching them. But the main channel is only this vs that now. No builds. No schennanigans. No scumbaggery

[@alljackedup408]

@@JUSTHAVEFUNRC the shenanigans were everything. Haha.

[@danteguyton7012]

Man DDE is such a passionate, small, exciting up and coming channel! Damon & Dave seem like phenomenal and talented guys, they could use more great people on board for the ride! Them getting the hoonigan building could also be sign!! 🌟 Greatest of luck in the pursuit of all your dreams & passions!

[@chrishogan1307]

Always been a Hoonigan fan, Ken got me watching the content. I spend my days over at DDE now and was STOKED to see you over there Vin, you would be an amazing member of that group. Hope to see more of you there but whatever you end up doing, I wish you well and I will be watching. Cheers!

[@TseiAess]

I remember watching the first daily transmissions every day on my lunch break - that was one of the best parts of my days. The brand has changed, and I think the audience (atleast me) has changed as well. The OG guys have a special place in my heart, and I wish you all the best. You genuinely had a big impact on my view on cars and I'm sure I'm talkin for a lot of other people as well. Again, all the best for you Vinny!

[@hardspaghetti9989]

I went from watching daily transmissions to watching This Vs That's for my lunch break activities now hah

[@SmokeeBearDrifts]

We all knew Hoonigan wasn't ever going to be the same after the HHIC unfortunately passed away. Vin I completely understand people get older and their priorities shift. I wanna say thank you for 10 good years of awesome ass entertaining content I wish you and everyone else good luck one everyone's new endeavors and I can't wait to see what everyone does.

[@DarylHiers]

Pretty sure they sold the company before Ken died.

[@thepunisher3810]

It was toast before he died it went to corporate cunts

[@jahyoda]

It was good to see you one The DDE Walk-through Video...Nostalgic

[@carniival1]

Just saying here would be sick to see you more in DDE on side help them grow into something new whilst starting your own thing. Either way stoked to see where life takes you!

[@timholubowitch9097]

You hert and dan. Were my favorites to watch over the years. Just a bunch of fun chill bros that kept us laughing for years. We appreciate yall.

[@EricvZ1967]

Yep, most of the people at Hoonigan worth watching have left.

[@oscar49198]

Same! Unreal memories watching the three amigos laughing and car culturing

[@mattf6397]

It kills me to see what seems to be such a rapid decline of what was a huge part of my 20s and early 30s. It feels like O.Gs are being forced to make the choice to leave. Thank you for the memories.

[@ljphoenix4341]

I think after Ken passed away, people have had a deep look at their lives, and just considered their future, what they want to do. No shame in that. People haven't been forced to leave, they've just chosen to move on to different things in life, and that's okay.

[@andrewkirk8687]

Wouldn’t be surprised if the OG staff are forming another business and we see content mid 2024 after there non compete contract is complete

[@danielkelly7009]

@andrewkirk8687 Martiniworks but with the og hoonigans ​

[@titanary68]

I have so much respect for this channel and when people decide to leave they actually address the fans/followers and let us know what’s up. That’s a true proper professional channel in my opinion. Respect. Best of luck in your future endeavors

[@Greg-TC]

Wow, congrats on everything you've done with hoonigan and good luck with everything going forward. Out of the whole og hoonigan crew, you always seemed the most like someone who would be in my friend group. I'm a few years younger than you and seeing how hard you've worked and all the fun times and cool cars you've had, you're a bit of an inspiration to me man. Enjoy your time off then keep kicking ass

[@boomer8512]

Damn man, it feels like old friends moving on...but this is a part of life. I wish the best for Vin, his family, and all of the members at Hoonigan.

[@vin_tra]

well i think i will start making some videos here so i wont be too far!

[@toddbrown4185]

I think what really sparked peoples love for Hoonigan was the fact that it was basically a skateboard brand. I don’t think growth is a bad thing, it’s just a very different company than back in the days of daily transmission. Good luck on whatever comes next, I know I’ll be staying up to date on your socials

[@dusty6213]

Well said

[@kenneth-hui]

Thank you for posting the video and went into details. I hope the new gig works out, all of your fans will be rooting for you!!

[@ogsquadvlogs4679]

I’m glad your focusing on yourself and your happiness vin , love ya dawg and you’ve been a huge part of my car enthusiast journey

[@Mr.Magicstick]

To be honest once Wheel Pros acquired Hoonigan i gave up on watching and buying merchandise. But we're still gonna support and show love to you and the guys (Hert, John Chase, Danger Dan) 🍻 Here's to the future and some GREAT memories! Give 'em hell🤘

[@aStranger_]

That makes so fucking much sense, the owners of them is Audax who if you go through their assets... all corpo bullshit design firms, sales shit, medical etc.

[@jeepnfmpowder]

2023, the year Hoonigan died. Since Ken's passing it was clear everyone started taking a hard look at their own futures. Everything grows, everything changes, all things in life are temporary including life itself. Happy to see you branch out and take a leap. You'll do great, looking forward to seeing what comes next. You and Hert can be the next Swollen Members and take over the rap game!!! Everybody takes something when they leave a company, something that meant something to them, what did you take and why?

[@d.leesheppard7607]

Poach some kids from donut. Their scripts are trash lately, but they have solid characters.

[@MyViewon_Life]

@@d.leesheppard7607second that

[@angeloah]

The Hoonigan brand was being sold before Ken passed. I think these guys were already burned out and then tragedy. Now a wheel company is hoonigan, and hoonigan is now a wheel company. Time waits for no one. This always had a best by date, be glad we witnessed it, not just spoke about how cool it would have been.

[@alexm6340]

I honestly think the content went downhill quite a while before Kens passing. Might have been the final straw though.

[@angeloah]

@@alexm6340 indeed

[@7bayntuno]

Big respect Vin, glad you’re following your heart and doing what you want to do and focusing on what makes you happy. I can imagine choosing to leave a family like Hoonigan was a tough decision and not easy so big props. Can’t wait to see what you have in store for the future and will be following along 100% of the way. Stay up, stay humble, legend 🙏

[@emmanuelferguson]

Mad respect for saying it as it is and being willing to move onto something new. Thanks for making Hoonigan what it was for the better part of a decade of my life, y'all got me into cars and anytime I fell off I got right back into cars when a new Hoonigan video came up, cheers man.

[@papasmizz21o4]

I honestly want to say that you Hert, Dan, and Zach are guys that made Hoonigan really fun to watch and support over the years. The work especially you would put in really showed through! Wish you success and happiness in whatever you get into next! Cheers to a new chapter bro!

[@savejeff15]

In 10 years these guys will get together and make a hoonigan reboot

[@enriquepastor3626]

Really miss Hert annoying kikawa

[@dojaman]

Wtf. So disrespectful. Ken was the man

[@papasmizz21o4]

@@enriquepastor3626😂yea and the time ki showed he was a car guy too!

[@colereece7361]

Hey Vin! I just wanted to take a second and thank you for the last 10 plus years and everything you have done at hoonigan. You, Dan, Hert and Scotto helped to grow car culture leaps and bounds and had an impact I’m not sure we will ever see again. Above all you’re just a genuinely good dude! I had the pleasure of meeting you at SEMA at the burn yard a couple years back, you were super nice and humble and way generous with your time. Enjoy that vacation! I can wait to see the content you cook up man!

[@benjaminseward9553]

I LOVE these origin story style videos. This story is fantastically told, filming and editing is spot on. Great job Vin!

[@daved2808]

Vin, thank you for all of the great videos you were a part of. I wish you the best of luck in your future plans. I'll still be following you. 🤘🏻🤘🏻

[@collinmanning8334]

Truly a end of a era. Feels like we were along for the whole ride. Best of luck to future you. You , Hert & the crew started a huge wave in the car scene, you deserve the rest.

[@Jeffgordonfan24hesthegoat]

Glad it’s over lmao

[@collinmanning8334]

@@Jeffgordonfan24hesthegoat why are you even here?

[@Shawnsanchez77]

As we watch the sun set on Hoonigan, I just want to say thanks for everything. It's been a wild ride and I enjoyed watching every minute of it.

[@Dominosdrifts]

Been watching since I was first into cars 7 years ago and grown as a car guy with all you guys but 100% support for all of this tomorrow is not promised, gotta do what you love how you want and be happy

[@jasonmorrow3335]

You always brought an extra energy and thoroughly enjoyed watching!! Best of luck in whatever you do next!

[@TheHooniverse]

Content Creator of the Year makes his own rules! (Congrats on the move man, you’ll crush it of course)

[@Inimigor1]

Well... I will forever cherish the great content we got with you guys and hope the future is bright both for you, the other great people who have left and hope hoonigan reinvents itself every day and keep bringing cool things to the table

[@vin_tra]

Thanks man. It means so much that people enjoyed what we did. It is brutally sad to leave but it is the end of that era for the brand.

[@dougie041991]

Thank you for sharing your long, exhausting, but adventurous and fulfilling journey at Hoonigan! Definitely sounds like a plethora of stories to share to your kids and grandkids one day! Do what makes you happy! And enjoy your Japan trip! We'll be here when you get back!

[@mattking1712]

Absolute legend mate. Have watched over the years and you have certainly inspired a great deal. Tip my hat to you sir for making the leap and doing it for yourself. Mental health ain't no joke and you need to love what you do. All the best! Sending love from South Australia 🍻🍻

[@isaacanderson7160]

Hoonigan is just a name, you guys are what made the company so awesome!! Look at what top gear did, the grand tour is just as good if not better so I have no doubt you’re on to bigger and better things!

[@vin_tra]

Hoonigan is bigger than us individually for sure. I think we would have all loved to had made it work but times have changed and the value we bring to the overall business is not seen or quantifiable enough to justify.

[@Ktunedteggy]

Been watching all of you through my teens , you guys got me through some tough times , shit I got leukemia back in 21’ so I was stuck in hospital that whole year in quarantine, y’all kept me laughing in there . Love y’all forever man

[@cameronkendall9113]

Absolute legend. Congrats on the next chapter we all know you will be great can’t wait to see what’s in store

[@paulmorris1834]

All of your builds were my favorite. They were a huge inspiration for me. I love everyone at hoonigan but you, Dan, and Micha have been a huge influence on me, thanks. If you post updates I will support you as best I can.

[@kchilites]

So great to hear your story. Stoked to see where life takes you next man!

[@FriendlyMBTech]

As someone who also struggles to find happiness and fulfillment in what they do for a living, this hit me right in the feels. It's amazing you are working hard at finding that. A lot of people (me included) dont realize, until it's too late, that's what they should have done from the beginning. Hoonigan has been a big chunk of all our lives and Ken's passing was a huge hit to every single one of us. As terrible as it sounds, I've felt less emotional about people I knew passing away. I wish you and the rest of the Hoonigan team the best of luck in finding the happiness that you deserve.

[@MrStuwr250f]

Never too late to try something new. Just saying.

[@FriendlyMBTech]

@MrStuwr250f true story. I started my career at almost 30, and I started my KZbin channel at almost 40.

[@MrStuwr250f]

@@FriendlyMBTech So good! If you try you are already winning no matter how old. I’m 54 and constantly thinking of new projects, done a few different things, some successful some not. I’m still keen to try new things. Good luck with your channel! (Ps just subbed to your channel)

[@FriendlyMBTech]

@MrStuwr250f thank you! I 100% agree. As long as you're trying, you're moving in the right direction. A journey of 1000 miles begins with a single step. No matter your journey, you just gotta keep taking those single steps.

[@Pointern]

Thanks for the update vin ! I loved watching your content with hoonigan and i wish you all the best of luck for the future.

[@seanirl7738]

I wasn’t the biggest Hoonigan fan, so this video you’re making is actually my introduction to you. This video is nicely done and the honesty that’s coming through from it has me interested in what your next moves will be. I’m subscribed here and will keep an eye open for what you have coming next.

[@titan2010able1]

Really sad to see all this happening hoonigan has been my favorite channel for years now but it’s just not gonna be the same with all the OGs gone but thanks for all the content you guys have put out and all the memories.

[@vin_tra]

Yeah, unfortunately a lot of the changes just don't align with what a lot of us wanted out of life and work alike. But it wasn't our choices and we had no control other than our own paths. Tough decisions but cant be bummed about the rad shit we did.

[@titan2010able1]

@@vin_tra not bummed about the rad shit at all man you guys did some of the coolest shit on KZbin and the biggest thing about it is you could tell it was all friends working together and just having fun that’s always what brought me back but good luck on your new journey I’ll definitely be watching

[@zackspeed100]

@vin_tra I know allot of us will follow as you do new things. I just wish there was a way you guys could do something together. It was such a great vibe of guys who just liked doing dumb stuff with cars.

[@Turtlewang75]

Thank you for sharing your story Vin, listening to herts story, even scotto taking a step back, a lot of things change when the man in charge isn’t there anymore, you have all of our support Vin, you gotta do what’s best for you man

[@acuraheat]

Dude, so pumped for you. As a 39 year old car nerd you lived my dream. You are an og that lived the dream. You can feel the emotions in the video, you do what makes you happy, you have a little cult following and I'm pretty sure we will follow you to your next chapter. Enjoy your vacation!!!! We will be expecting big things when you get back lol

[@PlankwalkinOG]

Mann I'm glad you keep this on a positive note, you had good times, learned a lot, gained a lot, etc. You're taking all that and applying it to moving forward for the better. Don't settle for less, you have the skills and knowledge, we do care. If it doesn't seem like we care, it's just we all got a life to live and create also but we don't forget about the ones that inspire us to do better and take nothing to turn it into something. You'll always be a hoonigan, an OG. Stay solid and push thru it bro! #respect

[@hierarchymotorz5388]

Good luck Vin! I look forward to following all your next endeavors. You’re headed in the right space by putting passion over money, like you said, the money will come.

[@enclavex69]

Congratulations on big life changes. You’ll do great Vin. You’re a great guy with the World in front of you. Looking forward to following your journey 🇬🇧👍

[@six50motors]

You said it best brotha you gotta do what makes you happy if not goin threw life miserable at a job is jus like waisting life away congrats we're here to support 🙏🙏🙏

[@jameswhittenburg9678]

Thanks for the update. Very well done and I wish you and all the Hoonigan brethren’s all the best

[@danielschuch6271]

Glad you’re still with us brother! Stoked to see where your journey takes you! Hit that skinny pedal and go!

[@andrewdodds5332]

We’re gonna support you no matter what! You always motivated us, it’s time to hype you up now! Thanks for being apart of our lives! Hoonigan wouldn’t be the same without you! You gotta make yourself happy! Make decisions and never look back

[@ogweldor]

I left a job of 7 years that I once loved and thought I would never leave this year also. Once the happiness starts to fade, it changes everything. Best of luck to you on your new adventure. I hope it brings back the happiness you're looking for!

[@christhomas5794]

It’s good to see you back at the old shop, doing things with DDE respect from the UK

[@domlora4279]

Looking forward to what your future holds. Hope we get to see you continue to grow! You made it great!

[@jonny.rollhard]

The content you all produced from those early donut garage days really was some of the best. It's felt quite bittersweet lately working for a company whos name changed and now work under the Hoonigan name, when you know it doesn't mean the same as it was before, but the way you put it in your 'Why I'm Leaving' part shows that it's not all bad news, things change and for some that works and others it doesn't. Good luck on future endeavours, if you want food spots in Japan, I know many! Thank you for all!

[@NathanRohr]

I was interested in this because at the end of the month I'm leaving a place and job I've been doing since 06, and it's pretty scary and have no idea what's coming. Your insight was valuable. I'm excited to see where your journey takes you and I'll definitely be following along.

[@williamezell826]

Awesome Video Vin! Best of luck. Will be looking forward to seeing what is next..

[@bubbalive96]

Thanks vin appreciate everything you’ve done at hoonigan. Thanks for also clarifying what’s happening. Really helped the next generation of car guys going.

[@garagegnomes]

I don't know you, have never even chatted with you, but you've always been the guy I seemed to like the best from the channel. You just seem like a cool regular guy and you definitely have that charisma. You'll be fine, I have faith that whatever you decide to do will work out. I'm here to follow along.

[@brunov.7411]

Totally agree. He just comes off as really humble & down to earth. Which is unfortunately rare now a days.

[@allanespiritu3]

Man it’s like watching your favourite band break up, but one by one. It’s the end of an era and what you and the OG crew of hoonigan built together was revolutionary and so influential to the car culture. Thank you for all the entertainment and I’m sure the future is bright with new and wild endeavours!

[@efnmadaboutcivics88]

The OG gang is growing up.... Man you guys were part of the reason why I started doing wild stuff with cars. Thanks Vin!

[@-tr0n]

It all makes a bit more sense now. Used to love following along with you guys, but everything started feeling disconnected and weird. Haven't really watched in the last 2-3 years other than the occasional project. You guys got to live the car guy dream for a few years and that's rad, thanks for taking us along for the ride! Good luck man.

[@ireeeebz]

Got chills watching this. The old days were truly something special. The buyout is sad, hope you guys all continue to make stuff together...also random side note, your property is absolutely gorgeous.

[@reedstemen]

Thanks for telling us! Sad to see all the OG’s leaving but Hoonigan the past few years hasn’t been the same, you guys positively affected us all.

[@auusstin8404]

It really is the end of an amazing era. All of you and ken made hoonigan what it is today, it won't be the same without you guys. I literally grew up watching gymkhanas and donut garage so much inspiration from all of you. Best of luck on your journey Vin, please keep us up to date! And RIP Ken. Love you all.

[@f82dot]

Here to support you 100% of the way Vin!! Looking forward to it!!

[@WilbanksUSMC]

One cool thing from my perspective is that when I discovered Hoonigan on KZbin, it was actually right when you guys had just started. When I found you guys, it was like you had been on KZbin the whole time and were like OG's of car content on KZbin. It's hard to come to reality that you have to move on from a job that you once loved, but it also is very mature and better for yourself as a person.

[@konagang4234]

That how life goes, change is normal! :) I remember the OG Daily Transmission Videos with you and the OG-Hoonigan Crew, you had a huge impact on car culture and it is good to see you move on. I can only speak for myself but I support your decision and progress and I am excited what the future brings. It would be awesome to see some more stuff on this channel from your GT3 or E36 build.

[@gozzdogg92]

Yoo thanks for sharing with the DDE guys

[@rjnation5042]

Good luck with the future big fella, it's been an insanely fun journey, looking forward to seeing what you do next, Rj in Oz

[@Jerjarvisjr]

Sad to see the og Hoonigan crew dissolve, but happy to see you move on to better things. Been the biggest Vin supporter since day one. Can’t wait to see what you put out man.

[@jacobpage3865]

Good luck brother !!! Really hard not to think that ken's passing sorta shattered the glue for this group. Your all going your own ways now. And mad respect to you guys goodluck in the future

[@ZaragozaFam]

love how organic and authentic this felt. Best of luck on your next endeavor. Loving what you do is so important. You hit it on the nail with starting to dislike ppl you loved from all the corporate politics.

[@tylershumaker2605]

Cheers to you Vin, appreciate your authenticity and realness. Your passion is fun to see and it’ll make you successful in whatever you want to do. Enjoy the journey

[@mattponcini3037]

Mate! Congrats on the new life era! Enjoy your vacation. And no matter what, we will support you and your endeavour. We grew with Og hoonigan with you and we are loyal to the people that made us want to come back every day for more! Kick back and get your head in jumbled and focus on what makes you happy!

[@Rory_cham]

Along with the other OG Hoonigans, you have absolutely changed car culture for the better. I must have been watching for about 10 years and can honestly say that I wouldn't be half as crazy about cars if it wasnt for the quality content you were all pumping out. You should feel immense pride for what you have achieved. We only have control over our own paths in life, and it sounds like this is the right move for you. Look forward to seeing where things go - keep up the good work man!

[@trautsj]

Honestly after all the years of content it would be absolutely impossible not to wish you the absolute best of luck in everything you do going forward my dude❤

[@anthonybondu7453]

Dude I really enjoy this video, learning a little more about you, this journey we have been able to enjoy is the past now, can't wait to see what's next!!!

[@my_usual_antics6853]

Vin thank you for years of entertainment. Hoonigan won't be the same without you and Hert but I can't wait to see what future content you come out with.

[@TangyStunts]

Born on hoonigan since I was young. Mid 20’s now, and it’s so hard seeing all my idols of Hoonigan heading out. But I’m super pumped to see where you’re headed man❤️ People don’t buy the brand, they buy the person/people behind it🤘🏼

[@cruizepeni9396]

Thankyou for years of quality content. Cannot wait to see the next projects you take on, good luck. definitely take a well deserved brake, enjoy japan!

[@evo7ution]

Sometimes you gotta change by. Not changing at all! Good luck Vin ! Def will support your channel.

[@DanREVan]

Im sitting fighting tears, it is an end of an era. You guys built something that brought so much attention to different areas of car culture. Thanks. Im glad I was able to meet you once.

[@RejectReality97]

Good god grow up. "Fighting tears" over a youtube guy quitting 😂 wtf is going on

[@l4stclip]

you aint the only one brother, that was a hard watch. But honestly it wil never be the same for me.

[@David..]

⁠@@RejectReality97yeah I don’t get it. I never heard of this guy. Don’t even know why it’s on my feed. Just like political videos. I’m just on this thing for dogs and guys ripping around the isle of Man maybe an occasional diy repair video. Not sure why KZbin can’t figure this out.

[@DanREVan]

@@RejectReality97 see I have spent the last 10 years watching Hoonigan. If you don't follow it then this wouldnt effect you. And that's fine. Those who do 2023 has been hard. We lost one of the most influential people in the automotive industry ever, and for sure this generations. In the last few months we have seen most of the original crew from Hooigan leave. It feels like something that we have invested years has fallen apart. So yeah it can bring an emotional response.

[@matthiasona]

Seeing this makes me miss the old times soo much. Wish you the best Vin.

[@charliegundale4710]

Super sad to see you go but I get where your coming from. I've done a lot of thinking about the whole desk job thing myself which I really don't want to go down, so it makes sense to me at least. Glad to year you'll still be posting

[@luis-ricardogonzalez7351]

Here to say I’m subscribed. Can’t wait to see what the future holds. Definitely going to keep up!