Ian Simmons launched Kicking the Seat in 2009, one week after seeing Nora Ephron’s Julie & Julia. His wife proposed blogging as a healthier outlet for his anger than red-faced, twenty-minute tirades (Ian is no longer allowed to drive home from the movies).
The Kicking the Seat Podcast followed three years later and, despite its “undiscovered gem” status, Ian thoroughly enjoys hosting film critic discussions, creating themed shows, and interviewing such luminaries as Gaspar Noé, Rachel Brosnahan, Amy Seimetz, and Richard Dreyfuss.
Ian is a member of the Chicago Film Critics Association. He also has a family, a day job, and conflicted feelings about referring to himself in the third person.
The garage was the birthplace of several famous Hoonigan projects, including Hert’s "Twerkstallion" FC RX-7 and the ambitious left-hand drive swap of a Holden Ute .
A confined concrete space used for high-smoke donuts and burnouts. Pro drifters like Kevin Lawrence and Ken Block used this area to test everything from rally cars to custom drifting rigs. HOONIGAN DONUT GARAGE
A famous industrial ramp where vehicles—ranging from 800-HP trophy trucks to beater Buicks —were regularly "sent" or jumped into the yard. The garage was the birthplace of several famous
The facility was designed with a "bakery meets speed shop" aesthetic, complete with car parts displayed on bread racks. Notable features and events include: It served as the primary filming location for
Watch some of the most iconic high-octane moments captured at the Hoonigan Donut Garage:
The was the legendary headquarters and "playground" for the Hoonigan racing and lifestyle brand in Long Beach, California. It served as the primary filming location for their viral Daily Transmission YouTube series , where pro drivers and enthusiasts would bring unique builds to "slay tires" in the yard. Key Features & Famous Moments
A dedicated back area where the team produced viral video content like The Gymkhana Files and designed the brand's iconic apparel.