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  1. White+Nerdy

    30% imported solar panel tariff

    DISCLAIMER: I do NOT intend this to be a political post. Just the facts, ma’am. That said, politics have led to President Trump imposing a 30% tariff on imported solar panels. This will likely affect those of us who are still building out out dwellings and looking to install a solar system.
  2. White+Nerdy

    2018 Chevy Express - any questions?

    I just got home from the New England International Auto Show (press preview FTW) and made it a point to crawl all over and inside the latest Chevy Express. No real changes, though I wonder how long it will be until GM follows Ford and Ram's lead in offering a more European approach to vans...
  3. White+Nerdy

    Van life or my marriage

    Like I wrote in my intro, I’m seeing many aspects of my past - influences, experiences,  personality quirks - that seem to be leading me toward van life. I have the skills and confidence and even a job I could work from anywhere with an internet connection. I’m currently tied down in a house...
  4. White+Nerdy

    My VW Jetta pickup truck

    Though totally impractical for living out of, I turned a $600 VW Jetta into a little pickup truck using a kit by Smyth Performance. I did this before I got interested in becoming a nomad, or I would’ve chosen a different vehicle. But the project was fun, and gave me a great deal of confidence...
  5. White+Nerdy

    South Dakota may not be for you if you owe on student loans

    I know that SD is a popular state to declare as a domicile because it’s so easy. But if you’ve defaulted on student loans you may want to think twice. https://jalopnik.com/south-dakota-punishes-people-behind-on-their-student-lo-1820644938 TL;DR: SD can and will revoke your drivers license if...
  6. White+Nerdy

    Greetings, programs!

    Hello! After watching way too many videos on various YouTube channels (including but not limited to this one) I’ve become obsessed with working my way toward the van life. Some of my most enjoyable memories are from traveling, and my side gig as a freelance automotive journalist could...
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