Joel Wakely started his career at a new BP service station. It was here he got involved in a Holden racing team. After then working for Bob Jane-T Mart for 7 years he started a 30-year career in the car rental industry. After a short retirement, Joel started Avant-Garde Detailing, specialising in the restoration and detailing of prestige and unique vehicles. Now in his second retirement, Joel has turned to writing, beginning with Legends of the 48-215. His books with Woodslane Press include Passion for Holden, Passion for Utes and Passion for Muscle Cars.