Aaron Kaufman Finally Reveals the REAL Reason He Left Gas Monkey (Not What You Think)

Why did Aaron Kaufman leave Gas Monkey Garage? The former Fast N' Loud star explained his departure in 2017, but the real story goes beyond rumors about Richard Rawlings, a secret feud, or getting fired. Here's what actually happened and where Kaufman is in 2026. Chapters: 00:21 The Man Behind Gas Monkey's Builds 00:56 The Firing Theory 01:38 The Pantera Tipping Point 02:33 What the Pantera Build Demanded 03:19 Inside the Fast N' Loud TV Grind 03:43 Was There a Feud With Richard Rawlings? 04:13 Discovery's Role in the Split 04:59 Life After Gas Monkey: Arclight and Shifting Gears 05:34 Aaron Kaufman in 2026 05:55 The Real Reason He Left Aaron Kaufman's departure from Gas Monkey Garage in late 2016 shocked fans of Discovery's Fast N' Loud. We explore how the demanding 1972 De Tomaso Pantera project became a turning point, why increasingly complicated custom builds clashed with television production deadlines, and how personal and professional differences contributed to his decision. We also examine Kaufman's working relationship with Richard Rawlings, the pressures surrounding Discovery's production schedule, and what both men said about their split. Finally, discover how Kaufman launched Arclight Fabrication, returned to television with Shifting Gears with Aaron Kaufman and Aaron Needs a Job, and discussed his latest projects on MagnaFlow's The MF Show in March 2026. Do you think Aaron Kaufman made the right decision leaving Gas Monkey Garage? Share your thoughts in the comments, and like and subscribe for more stories about your favorite automotive TV personalities. #AaronKaufman #GasMonkeyGarage #FastNLoud #RichardRawlings #ArclightFabrication Video source: https://networthpost.com/