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At 72, Scotty Kilmer still revs his engines—literally and figuratively—turning wrenches and viral videos into a global phenomenon. Once a Rhode Island mechanic who learned his trade at 14 with his grandfather, he traded academia for grease-stained overalls, eventually building a YouTube empire with raw, no-nonsense car advice that’s racked up three billion views. Starting with local TV and pivoting to YouTube in 2007, he cashed in on the platform’s early monetization, fueling his channel’s explosive growth through relentless content and his signature blend of humor, honesty, and clickbait. Despite his fame and fortune, he lives modestly, still finding joy in fixing cars—and reminding millions that real expertise doesn’t need a sponsor to shine.

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