Goodbye Hoonigan - Full Story

[@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

[@ABRetroCollections]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@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

[@uhitskyle]

​@@hollarforadollar9244 hater

[@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%

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@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.

[@FUCK_________googIe]

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.

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@immortalisuk4625]

​@@vin_traYou're a good man Vin. Cheers for all the laughs and the knowledge passed on! Looking forward to seeing what you get up to after taking such a long break from watching Hoonigan.

[@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

[@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🤘

[@кяуртіс]

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.

[@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!

[@RumblesBettr]

They are insufferable bags of work equipment

[@danteguyton7012]

@@RumblesBettr well it’s about understanding the dynamic. DDE is about fun and doing crazy things “shenanigans” with amazing cars and the whole drama involved. Damon also shows his role as a father and a husband in a way that can be positive to other men. It’s also about friendship and teamwork. I don’t see anything wrong with that in the grand scheme of things. I learned how amazing a V12 sounds and they got me into understanding that caliber of vehicle for the first time. It’s a big world my friend and there are waaaaaayyy worse things on the earth other than DDE. 🌟

[@RumblesBettr]

@@danteguyton7012 i dont see any redeeming quality in the videos they make they just seem toolish but if u like it go for it. Enjoy

[@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

[@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?

[@DarianQuayle-i4x]

All of you guys have kept it so classy and never bad mouthed the company its very refreshing to see. Good luck with your future endeavors I wish you the best!

[@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.

[@ZENER454]

You are the reason I unleashed my inner bimmer fan boy. I have always loved BMWs like e36, e46, e92 but never made the move to buy one and enjoy it until i watch you on hoonigan. Keep inspiring us to be well rounded drivers with great taste in cars!

[@hardxcorpsgaming]

You guys pushed car culture into the 2020s and gave the new generation a taste of the OG and bar none appreciation for anything with an engine. Hoonigans impact on car culture was rad and as you all branch out im excited to see you all keep that enthusiasm for motorsports alive for the new generation to learn and appreciate.

[@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

[@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!

[@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

[@MurCurieux]

Well said!

[@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!

[@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.

[@jahyoda]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@christhomas5794]

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

[@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 ​

[@sagerwraps9990]

Hoonigan is basically dead at this point.

[@vin_tra]

I dont think it will ever die, but it will be different

[@2fast2nick]

Been dead

[@vin_tra]

also kinda true @@2fast2nick

[@NeverLetOff]

Agreed.

[@sagerwraps9990]

I obviously meant the OG Hoonigan we know, since none of them is even there anymore. Hoonigan as a name, as a brand will ofcourse continue under wheelpros.

[@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

[@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.

[@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

[@davidquesnel4685]

I never followed Hoonigan but loved to see Ken out there. Nice to see you rippin around the yard with DDE, Porsche is my favorite! Wish you well for the future, you seem like a cool dude.

[@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!

[@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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@TheHooniverse]

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

[@seanbaptista8576]

years of some of the best content. hoonigan will never be the same without you, hert, zach, or dan. rip hoonigan, rip ken thanks for some of the best automotive content ever. big props

[@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

[@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.

[@benjaminseward9553]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@NicoMojica]

I watched this videos with maybe 20k views and now its blown up to over a mil. WOW what an incredible first vid on your own channel, Vin. Can't want to see what's next!

[@muhammedbilal9208]

1.1m now

[@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

[@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 🙏🙏🙏

[@Auss10n]

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.

[@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!

[@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.

[@philh8829]

34y/o. I have a shit @ss desk job making $220k/year. I hate it. HATE it. Never taken a vacation in my adult life. Sucks when you have a family and feel trapped in your life supporting them in a job you hate. Sometimes I just want to drive my car off a cliff. If I knew what made me happy, I’d do it in a minute. Glad you found your passion and glad you’re doing the thing that makes you happy. Good luck bro. Godspeed.

[@danjones1365]

As I’ve aged I’ve come to accept that the only constant in life is change. Hoonigan has been a fun journey and you were a big part of it. Good luck in your future endeavors.

[@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!

[@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!

[@MotiveVideo]

Enjoyed all the things ww did together with Hoonigan. Will enjoy everything we will do together in the future 👍

[@bmxking332]

It was sad to see Hoonigan grow and die at the same time for last years. It's a bummer to see people You watch for over ten years since beeing like twelve start to disappear one after another, with probably more to go same way. But hey, it's the best for all of You and wishing You all the best. Thank You for all those years, hope to see some content grouping with all the Old Guys doing stupid things once again ❤

[@gettin-sendy]

I think i can speak for many that we all enjoy the down to earth real human that you are, you don't try to be someone you're not. You may not have set yourself up as you say for the next era of your life, but we all know you will do awesome things and we will be backing ya. All the best for your next adventure in life. 😊

[@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.

[@rodsandribeyes]

This video is everything we’ve missed about Hoonigan. We were there for Hoonigan because it seemed like a bunch of friends having fun, living the dream. Once it lost the individual personalities & became more about product advertising, we lost the feel of personal connection to you the characters of the channel. We miss the feeling of hanging out at the shop & learning with the bros. I agree a vlog might not be your area of comfort, but these personal videos & carrying us along are what we want & miss. We’re here for the people, not corporate. I hope you find your happy spot, & we look forward to seeing you succeed on your journey!

[@harley66396]

he will be working for DDE very soon

[@colebertils7359]

I stumbled across you guys during 2020 while I spent 3 months in a children’s hospital holding my son begging for answers for his challenges. It was such a fun mix of car content. And the cohesiveness of you guys made it worth the watch. I spent hours with him in my lap so my wife could work, dreaming through hoonigans eyes, about fun car stuff. You guys provided an escape for that time period. And I can’t thank you enough. My son loves the sound of the engines and we’d love to be able to travel to events to hang out. For context, he’s one of five children known in the world with an unnamed genetic disorder. Again, blessings on all your journeys and maybe someday our paths with cross 🙏🏼

[@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🤘🏼

[@therjscott]

Been out of the car scene for a long while, but I think stumbling upon your story has re-sparked my interest. Can't wait to see where this all goes. Good luck Vin, thanks for sharing!

[@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 🇬🇧👍

[@calewalter2873]

Gonna miss the old days too as an OG viewer. We love to see you on the internet your viewers get older too lol. I would love to see you do something with track stuff I feel like it’s very under represented on KZbin for weekend warrior drivers. Excited to see what you do.

[@christycullen2355]

I grew up watching Hoonigan and it was really the people like you that made it. You, Hert, Suppy etc were the reason the channel was so successful. I wish you all the best in all your future endeavours, and thank you for all the great content you've given me over the years

[@vin_tra]

Thanks man. We are all creating our own content nowadays so well still be around!

[@elrictraver8275]

Let's not call it an end of an era, that's just the end of that chapter, your era starts at Hoonigan, now it continues to your next project. Keep doing your thing my friend. The people that have always liked you, the fans, will always be there.

[@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.

[@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

[@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

[@BCRandom69]

I’m not even a car guy and I watch everything you guys put out. Since the DT days. Good luck moving forward. I’ll be watching. Random Canadian guy

[@narciso19G]

Man this throws me back when I first started watching you guys. Definitely gonna miss the whole crew, things will never be the same but hopefully something better is to come.

[@100BeastMike]

It’s crazy because Hoonigan was our American Top Gear. Praying for the all success for you on future endeavors.

[@GoPotato69]

^ Adam Ferrara drives a Cadillac into this statement

[@greghuff5445]

You deserve the vacation. Appreciate everything you did with Hoonigan over the years.

[@randystull1502]

It absolutely sucks what happened with Hoonigan. They may still exist but it will never have the same impact that it has had. You guys inspired so many of us gearheads to get out there and do what we love, just like you guys. Its never going to be the same but yeah, i will support you and the other guys in any way possible. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Vin, and I wish you the best bro.

[@gordonbyrd7199]

We gona support you no matter what you do and where you go papa.

[@chrisvalleqatsi]

Thanks SO much for breaking it down for us. I came kinda late to Hoonigan, via Gymkhana, and it took me a sec to realize what was changing at the time of the Big Takeover. I really enjoyed you guys doing the crazy shit I can't afford to do or am too chicken to try. I got back into fun cars after driving econoboxes for 10 years, in part because of the atmosphere of excitement and enthusiasm in the crew (such amazing guys). Personally, I'm kinda peace out as well. I wore the shirts and stuck the stickers because I felt a kinship with you guys, and that's not something that can be transferred or purchased. I'll check in with the channel, but I'm not rocking the gear anymore (except for KB / HRD). It would be like going to hang out at your friend's house 6mos after his family moved away. It's the same address, but it will never be the same place. I will support you OGs in whatever comes next.🏁#KB43VER

[@vin_tra]

[@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.

[@MrIrieviking]

Life happens all the time!! You only realized YOU that you weren’t happy with what you were doing and that YOU wanted to accomplish more!! Ain’t a damn thing wrong with that at all!! Brother, you guys taught us a lot with your content. You all are family within the car community!! We all support growth, that’s just life!! Much love, thank you!! We will still be watching your stuff!! Best of luck homie!!

[@Seasicks13]

Man, I still remember watching almost every single Daily Transmission episode when they dropped in my first period blow off class back in my Junior or Senior year of high school. I'm 24 now and am sad to see the OG crew I grew up with leaving, but I'm excited for the future for all you guys and wish y'all nothing but good luck moving forward. Thanks for making a lot of my high school mornings more bearable Vin!

[@whiskeymike99]

This! Dude I just graduated and was working the night shift at Wendy's. I'd get off at 3-4am and wait until 5 when the next DT episode came out then go to sleep. These guys are a massive part as to why I'm a mechanic, super sad about out it's all playing out now

[@MarkSegree]

Best of luck to you man. Don't think you need it, people who give it their best never fail. People love love you, the camera loves you and looking forward to following along in the journey.

[@matthiasona]

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

[@thetilsonfamilyOKC]

As an ex WP employee. I understand what you mean more than you know. It’s good to see and hear it wasn’t just me. I have no hard feelings either but man it just wasn’t the same. Congrats to you for moving on and building something for yourself.

[@TurnDriverSide]

Wheelpros destroys everything it touches, all my friends that worked at 4WP left after WP took over

[@Marshallv86]

It's sad to see the gang splitting up but amazing to sew the avenues everyone is taking. It definitely seems like the passing of Ken was also the passing of hoonigan in a way. The crazy builds and the energy you guys all had can never be replaced or recreated yall showed what a family is. I hope the best for ya brotha if you're ever in Charlotte we gotta throw down.

[@hacob2004]

I work for a company that was recently acquired. It's been a miserable experience. Two hour meetings for what used to be a quick conversation. It's my second time going through this and it seems like it's an immediate red flag to just go ahead and get out. Best of luck with your new venture.

[@beamz1631]

You and Hert always were my two favorite personalities to see on Hoonigan vids man, I always viewed you both like my cool older brothers 😂 That being said whatever you guys decide to do next I'll be there and I know the fanbase will be as well ♥

[@andrewmamarella905]

Him and Hert a should star in a buddy cop comedy movie 😂

[@taffy5891]

The people that made hoonigan what it is, the legend of it, the atmosphere, everything, have all stepped away... Cars are great but its the people that drive and build them that really make the difference. So thank you, Hert, and the rest for all that you guys have done. You made my childhood and gave me a passion for cars. Without you hoonigan will only be an empty shell of what once was.

[@ricearoni6311]

yo!!! fams!! Not gonna lie or front. just seen you from the DDE video of them revealing their new location. after watching this vid. i really hope you referring to joining the DDE family. feel like you would be able to help grow their brand and also with your experience in the industry really feels like a match made in heaven. sorry i know this video was posted long ago. just couldnt help myself in thinking that you would be such addition to the DDE family. anywho love what you do and how you are. keep it coming

[@thomasstevenson5367]

Much respect to you for keeping things classy... You got my sub. Best of luck. You've got this