Entrepreneur
Author
and... Adventurer!
I’m Antone Hempstock, formerly known as Andy Dabbs — entrepreneur, author, and automotive innovator living on Minnesota’s North Shore. As the founder of Lemon Squad Automotive Inspections and creator of Clunker Busters, I’ve spent over 20 years shaping how vehicle inspections are done nationwide. Today, through my consulting and my YouTube channel Roaming with Antone, I continue exploring new ideas, new roads, and new ways to drive the industry forward.
Transforming the inspection and automotive service world.
From founding Lemon Squad to launching Clunker Busters, I’ve spent my career redefining how vehicle inspections are done.
If you’re developing an inspection company, building tech for inspectors, or refining your internal systems, I’ll help you streamline every process and scale with confidence.
Best For:
Automotive startups, inspection companies, and warranty administrators.
Focus Areas:
🧰 Let’s build your inspection business the right way.
Streamline. Simplify. Scale.
Every thriving business runs on great systems.
I work with entrepreneurs and companies to develop automated workflows, improve team efficiency, and turn operations into well-oiled machines that scale effortlessly.
Best For:
Entrepreneurs, business owners, and operations leaders.
Focus Areas:
⚙️ Book your operations consulting hours and start scaling.
Build a brand that connects.
From Roaming with Antone to VanagonGear, I’ve built recognizable brands that blend story, design, and strategy.
I’ll help you shape your brand voice, design a digital footprint that works, and grow a loyal audience that drives results.
Best For:
Creators, product brands, and small business owners.
Focus Areas:
🎯 Purchase your strategy hours and let’s grow your brand.
Guidance from someone who’s built it all.
From startup to exit, I’ve lived every stage of the entrepreneurial climb.
I work with founders and leaders who want clarity, accountability, and strategies that align with both growth and purpose.
Best For:
Founders, executives, and creative leaders.
Focus Areas:
🔥 Book your growth consulting hours and take your next leap.
“I’ve built companies, led teams, and worked with every corner of the automotive industry — but what drives me most is helping people do things better than they’ve ever been done before.”
Designed a proprietary platform for job management, automated reporting, and inspector communication.
Provide consulting services in business systems, operations, and brand development.
Produce cinematic adventure content featuring vintage VW vehicles, road trips, and creative entrepreneurship.
Built and donated a Minnesota-based skate brand promoting youth empowerment and creativity. Managed design, branding, and operations.
Developed a motorcycle-inspired coffee company built around craftsmanship, freedom, and speed.
Pioneered the national mobile inspection industry. Built Lemon Squad into the largest U.S. network of vehicle inspectors, creating proprietary software and expanding operations to all 50 states. Sold the company to Wrench Inc. after a decade of successful growth.
Work directly with Antone Hempstock — founder, author, and automotive industry leader behind Lemon Squad Auto Inspections and Clunker Busters Used Car Inspections.
With over two decades of experience revolutionizing vehicle inspections and building national brands, Antone helps entrepreneurs, startups, and companies streamline operations, design smarter systems, and scale with confidence.
Book flexible consulting hours for expert guidance in automotive inspections, business systems, brand development, and leadership growth.
I’ve lived every stage of the entrepreneurial climb — from the garage to the boardroom. Whether you’re launching a new venture or refining an existing one, I’ll help you make smarter decisions, avoid costly mistakes, and grow faster.
Book your consulting hours today and get hands-on guidance from someone who’s built it all.
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