Peter Nelson

Peter Nelson

Staff Writer

Peter Nelson is a Staff Writer at The Drive. He often finds himself blogging about all-things motorsports and off-roading as he's thoroughly infatuated with having fun behind the wheel. But his automotive enthusiasm is quite expansive and digs just about every corner of the industry.

HIGHLIGHTS

  • Interests include BMWs, motorsports, old Land Rovers, do-it-yourself maintenance, track driving, and road cycling
  • Enjoys writing about about wide variety of subjects, as well as his experiences behind the wheel and beneath a safely supported project car
  • Previous work experience: Winding Road Racing/Winding Road Magazine, a very brief stint in banking, several fulfilling years in non-profit, a short-yet-fun tenure as a Chicago bicycle messenger

EDUCATION

Nelson graduated from Illinois State University with a degree in German and a minor in International Studies.

Words of Wisdom

"I swear, at least 40 percent of the reasoning behind the Discovery badge is because you’re always discovering leaks."

NOTABLE WORK

Get latest from Peter Nelson

Here’s How To Perform a Boost Leak Test

Here’s How To Perform a Boost Leak Test

By Peter Nelson / Published Mar 28, 2023

Reach New Heights With These Discounted Roof Top Tents

Reach New Heights With These Discounted Roof Top Tents

By Peter Nelson / Published Mar 23, 2023

What Is Boost Leak?

What Is Boost Leak?

By Peter Nelson / Published Mar 20, 2023

Here’s How To Use a Brake Caliper Wind Back Tool

Here’s How To Use a Brake Caliper Wind Back Tool

By Peter Nelson / Published Mar 10, 2023

Ready Your Rig With Discounted Equipment on RealTruck

Ready Your Rig With Discounted Equipment on RealTruck

By Peter Nelson / Published Mar 9, 2023

Here’s What Wheel Weights Are

Here’s What Wheel Weights Are

By Peter Nelson / Published Mar 9, 2023