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The cordless tool game is just that, a game, because several brands are made in the same factories and owned by the same companies which means that if the sales of one brand hurts sales of another that might not be good. This was the case with Hart Tools, the white and blue brand from Walmart, that took everyone by surprise when it had some tools that were better than the Red, Yellow, and Green brands. So when Hart sales started taking away from other house brands like Milwaukee, they decided they had had enough and were pulling out. To replace the Hart brand, Walmart needed something good and they think that is going to be the new Greenworks Pro line. In the video below from our friends at the Torque Test Channel, we’ve got test results from all the Greenworks Pro tools they could get their hands on. So how will they compare against the big brands? Watch and find out. I can tell you that besides the great performance they show in these tests, the fact that these batteries are USB-C charging capable is a big deal. And the fact that the USB-C port can also be used to charge other things is a big deal. This could be the ultimate drag and drive cordless tool brand because one less set of chargers is kind of nice. Check out the tests below and let us know what you think. I dig these. Video Description: LIFETIME OF TOOL RANKINGS: https://torquetestchannel.etsy.com/li… New at Walmart, after sending HART Cordless tools packing, is an all new power tool line called Greenworks Pro. We buy as much as we can get our hands on and find out if the low prices and simple USB-C charging of these tools and batteries spells success or another half baked low effort budget tool line. We do not accept any tools shown on the channel from any brand, nor do we take any sponsorships, partnerships, discounts, product placement deals, pre-market brand samples, money, items or compensation of any kind from brands, tool makers or otherwise in the planning or creation of these videos. As always, the creator of this channel is also working in product development for Astro Tools. Always consider multiple sources when looking at a tool! The post Tool Testing Comparisons: Walmart’s New Line of Cordless Tools Is a Big Problem for the Big Brands Like Milwaukee and DeWalt! appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

This isn't your standard Li’l Red Express. Rick Russell has turned this Dodge truck into an 8-second drag-and-drive monster.View the full article

The IHRA opened its Triple Crown on Friday at Darana Raceway in Hebron, Ohio, the first of three races in the big-money series. With a potential $1 million payday on the line in five different classes – Top Fuel, Funny Car, Pro Mod, Mountain Motor Pro Stock, and Pro Stock – and only two qualifying attempts, the tension was high as drivers simply attempted to make it to race day. Shawn Reed came out on top in Top Fuel in a Friday night session that saw drivers getting bumped in and out of the field on nearly every pass, running a 3.767 elapsed time at 332.35 mph – both of which were good for new IHRA records. Right behind him in the 3.70’s range were Tripp Tatum and Jasmine Salinas, both of whom ran 3.797. Tatum earned the No. 2 spot via a higher mph. “I was nervous as heck,” said Reed regarding seeing his qualifying position fall prior to his run. “My wife was watching the scores, and going into it we were No. 2. Everybody kept going quicker, and we got down sitting No. 8, so we knew we were in, but I jumped in there and turned on the happy knobs. It ran about what we thought it would run.” The most intriguing matchup of round one will feature Salinas, who for the first time in her career will face her father, longtime Top Fuel driver Mike Salinas. “Oh man, damn,” Jasmine said upon hearing she would be facing her father in the first round. “He’s been waiting for this forever, so I think everyone in our family has been taking bets to see who’s gonna win if we ever lined up against each other, so I’m pretty excited. If I get to run my dad tomorrow, that’s just going to be a dream come true.” In Funny Car, Dale Creasy Jr. took the top spot with a new IHRA-record pass of 3.962 at 319.15 mph. Bobby Bode was the only other driver to dip into the 3’s with a 3.976, while class standout Del Worsham is No. 3 at 4.010. “We just need to do what we do, because when we get out of the realm of what we know how to do, that’s when things go wrong,” Creasy said. “This weekend we seem to have it going right.” Jason Harris continued his torrid streak in 2026, once again qualifying in the No. 1 spot in Pro Mod with a 3.595 at 209.69 mph in his Harts Charger-equipped “Party Time” ’69 Camaro. A pair of screw-blown entries are right behind him, with Jacob McNeal sitting No. 2 with a 3.615 at 207.95 in his orange Cuda, and recent IHRA Pro Mod Mania runner-up Melanie Salemi at No. 3 with her “Purple Reign” ’68 Firebird at 3.618 at 207.18. “We struggled with new tires in testing trying to scuff ‘em in,” said Harris, who will receive a bye in the first round of the 31-car field. “We went back to our old setup and really thought we had our first run down, but it’s just racing and these cars don’t like hot, greasy racetracks; but Brandon Stroud brought it right back. I’ve got all my friends here. I love it.” In the ultra-competitive world of Mountain Motor Pro Stock, 26 drivers fought for just 16 spots. In the end, it was John DeFlorian who earned the No. 1 spot with a 4.078 at 176.54 mph in his Total Seal Piston Rings Camaro. Jason Grima and Johnny Pluchino hold the Nos. 2-3 spots respectively, while Richard Cowger snuck in the field at No. 16 with a 4.127. The entire field is separated by just five hundredths, with eight different drivers running a 4.10. “I feel like a million bucks,” said DeFlorian. “I’ll tell you what, this is a brutal class. We got 26 cars out here, and they’re all badass guys. To come out here and get to that No. 1 qualifying spot, that’s a huge deal. We are beyond happy. My partner in crime, Matt Hartford, he’s been wearing them out over in NHRA, so we’ve gotta try to see if we can do the same thing over here.” The final class competing for a potential million dollars is Pro Stock, where Taylor Dietsch held off his father, Jason Dietsch, for the No. 1 spot with a 4.908 at 147.54 mph. Jason sits second at 4.927. In addition to the Triple Crown, a host of supporting classes are also competing in Ohio, including Outlaw Pro Mod, where Bubba Stanton sits atop the field with a blistering 3.534 at 213.17 mph. Unfortunately, he didn’t get the chance to improve upon that number, as he was forced to shut the car off prior to his Q2 run. “Being lazy on my part not replacing burst panels as normal maintenance. They’ve been on the car since the start of last year‍,” admitted Stanton. “We should be good going into eliminations tomorrow. I’m very happy with the way the car’s running. It’s hot and the sun has been on the track both days, and the car has been going down every pass. I’m happy to see a full field of Outlaw cars at this race; now I just gotta get the job done on race day.” Other No. 1 qualifiers on Friday included Jody Austin (Fuel Altered), Jeff Chatterson (Top Alcohol Dragster), Phil Esz (Top Alcohol Funny Car), Larry “Spiderman” McBride (Top Fuel Motorcycle), Bob Malloy (Nitro Harley), and Anthony Rhodes (Hemi Shootout). Eliminations for the Triple Crown will begin Saturday at 10 a.m. eastern. This story was originally published on June 20, 2026. The post Reed, Creasy Jr., Harris, DeFlorian, and T. Dietsch Earn No. 1 Qualifying Positions at IHRA Triple Crown first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

Ducati will use World Ducati Week 2026 to celebrate its centenary with a dedicated Heritage Village at Misano, including the official Ducati Heritage Contest for road-going models built up to the year 2000. The post Ducati’s past rolls back into Misano for WDW 2026 appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Ai Ogura topped a fiercely tight Friday at Brno, but the sector sheet tells the real story, with the Trackhouse Aprilia rider making the difference through the back half of the lap. The post Ogura tops Brno Friday as sector splits reveal the story appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Quick take: After a year of exposure to the elements, camping in all conditions, and rolling down tight trails, this the Skycamp DLX Mini still looks as good as new, and we expect it will provide a restful backcountry home for years to come. iKamper pioneered hardshell rooftop tents back in 2017, and their Kickstarter raised a staggering $2.37 million in backing, making it the most successful tent campaign in Kickstarter history. Since then, their dedicated team based in South Korea has been designing and manufacturing a range of rooftop tents with incredible attention to design and craftsmanship. Currently, several iKamper models are available with huge discounts, including the Skycamp 3.0 Mini and Skycamp 3.0, both of which are over $1,000 off! iKamper Skycamp DLX Mini: Compact and Feature Packed Now in their fourth generation, the iKamper team has continued to refine their Skycamp series of tents. We just finished up an all-seasons review of the Skycamp DLX Mini, which is currently out of stock. No doubt, because it’s a great option for overlanders looking for a tent that provides an incredibly comfortable living space that’s lightweight and compact when closed. However, the same features can be found in the Skycamp series, which includes the updated 4.0 and 3.0 ranges that offer tents in sizes to fit every rig. Like most of our reviews, the real experience with the iKamper Skycamp DLX Mini started with the installation. It was easily completed with the help of a friend since the tent weighs in at 140 lbs. The included mounting hardware made positioning and mounting the tent incredibly easy. iKamper’s Mounting Brackets are designed to work with low-profile and flat roof racks, and it’s some of the easiest we’ve ever used. This mounting system is especially handy if you plan to remove the tent when you aren’t using it, but it’s so comfortable and easy to set up you’ll be tempted to head out camping as much as possible. Once it was mounted on the Rover, opening the iKamper was as easy as popping a couple of latches, opening the tent, adding the spring poles, and attaching the ladder. The self-inflating mattress rolls out and can be topped off via pump. The cord-lined floor offers insulation so this tent can easily be used in three seasons, and with the optional insulation tent pushed into deep winter travels. It also helps with sound dampening and helps keep the overall weight of the tent down. READ MORE: A Newcomer’s Guide to Overland Expo PNW Integrated bi-color LEDs and USB power are nice touches that add a lot of livability to the iKamper. Just plug in your power source, and you can dial in the lighting inside and outside of the tent to fit your needs. Photo by Rick Stowe Photo by Rick Stowe Photo by Rick Stowe Photo by Rick Stowe iKamper does an incredible job with their accessories lineup, from the previously mentioned insulation kit to padded stairs for their ladders. They also have a full line of awnings and annexes to work with all of their tents. This product line makes it very easy to dial in the exact features that you want for your tent. Don’t just take our word for the build quality and excellent design that iKamper offers. iKamper is ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certified for quality and environmental management, meaning they have met strict quality management systems to consistently meet customer and regulatory requirements while minimizing the ecological footprint of their production process and facilities. This is one of, if not the best, compact tents that we’ve reviewed, and we can’t wait to see what’s next from iKamper. With their thoughtful design process, each generation of tent has been better than the last without forgetting what works. After a year of exposure to the elements, camping in all conditions, and rolling down tight trails, this the Skycamp DLX Mini still looks as good as new, and we expect it will provide a restful backcountry home for years to come. View the full article

The mid-year mark is usually when the custom scene catches its second wind, but...View the full article

It’s time for some Pro Pulling Series action from the IHRA Fendt High Stakes Pulling shootout at 300 Raceway in Iowa, and if you love dirt flinging pulling action then this is the livestream for you this weekend. We’re bringing you all the action right here from the IHRA’s crack production team. Check out all the action live and let us know what you think! This is big power pulling action and if you like dirt flying, wheels up, and some carnage then this is going to be a must watch! The post LIVE: The IHRA Fendt High Stakes Pro Pulling League Visits 300 Raceway in Farley Iowa For Night 1 Pulling Action LIVE appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

Anyone who’s been around here much knows that we love chop tops and love videos showing tops being chopped. We’ve featured a ton of video from Bello’s Kustoms over the years, but they have been so busy that their YouTube channel has slowed down quite a bit. So when I saw this Mackey and Machine video, where they take the chop of a shoebox Ford and condense it down into just 15 minutes, I knew I had to watch it and share. These guys are good and do a nice job on this one for sure. It’s fun to watch the process in timelapse because you can really see how each piece goes together. I love long metal shaping videos, but this one will wet your whistle when you want to see something come all the way together. We’ll share all the videos from this build if you guys want to see them, just let us know in the comments below! The post Easiest Chop Top Ever? It Looks So Simple When Mackey and Machine Do It! Complete Top Chop In 15 Minutes. Watch. appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

A star-studded weekend is back at Summit Motorsports Park on June 25-28 when the biggest names in drag racing celebrate NHRA’s 75th anniversary at the 20th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals Annually one of the biggest weekends on the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series tour, the stop in Norwalk is always loaded with highlights. The 2026 version will be one of the biggest yet and features the following: Four rounds of qualifying (two on Friday, two on Saturday), including an epic night session on Friday night, followed by a spectacular fireworks show. A jam-packed Saturday that includes the GETTRX Pro Stock NHRA All-Star Callout bonus race and the Mission #2Fast2Tasty Challenge specialty event in Top Fuel, Funny Car and Pro Stock Motorcycle. Raceday on Sunday, where everyone will be trying to win a special NHRA 75th anniversary Diamond Wally. Along with incredible 12,000-horsepower, 340-mph nitro action, fans can also see the JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Series presented by Elite Motorsports, Flexjet Factory Showdown and standouts in the Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series. The 20th annual Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, which is the 10th of 20 events in 2026, will highlight NHRA’s 75th anniversary with these special moments: A celebration of NHRA legend Connie Kalitta, and longtime NHRA driver and tuner Jim Head. There will also be a tribute to Scott Kalitta with reigning world champion Doug Kalitta. Head, an Ohio native, will be featured on the special event commemorative ticket. A new-look Nitro Mall, special displays and much more. Last year, Justin Ashley (Top Fuel), Austin Prock (Funny Car), Cory Reed (Pro Stock) and John Hall (Pro Stock Motorcycle) all won the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals. This year’s race will again be broadcast on FOX, with qualifying and the GETTRX Pro Stock NHRA All-Star Callout coverage on FS1 and eliminations on FOX at 5:30 p.m. ET on Sunday, June 28. Ashley is after his first Top Fuel win of the season, but it won’t be easy against a group that includes dominant points leader Shawn Langdon, who has four wins in 2026, reigning world champion Doug Kalitta, racing legend Tony Stewart, Leah Pruett, who won the Epping race, Bristol winner Antron Brown, Clay Millican and Josh Hart. In Funny Car, Prock is now with Tasca Racing as the two-time reigning world champion looks to get on a roll this year. Other marquee names include Bristol winner Matt Hagan, points leader Ron Capps, class newcomer Jordan Vandergriff, Chad Green, who has two wins in 2026, J.R. Todd, Alexis DeJoria and Daniel Wilkerson. Matt Hartford won last weekend in Bristol and is also the reigning winner in the GETTRX Pro Stock All-Star Callout. He’ll look to repeat and sweep the weekend against a Callout field that also includes Greg Anderson, who is the top seed and will have his pick of the field, reigning world champion Dallas Glenn, Eric Latino, Greg Stanfield, Enders, Aaron Stanfield and Jeg Coughlin. Hall wants a repeat Pro Stock Motorcycle win in Norwalk against a talented field that includes points leader and reigning world champ Richard Gadson, Angie Smith, Gaige Herrera, Chase Van Sant, Steve Johnson, Jianna Evaristo and Ryan Oehler. Norwalk race fans can enjoy the special pre-race ceremonies that introduce each driver and includes the fan favorite SealMaster Track Walk and congratulate the winners at the winner’s circle celebration on Sunday. As always, fans get a pit pass to the most powerful and sensory-filled motorsports attraction on the planet. They can visit NHRA’s Manufacturers Midway, where sponsors and vendors create an exciting atmosphere. NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series qualifying will feature two rounds at 5 and 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday, June 26, and the final two rounds of qualifying on Saturday, June 27 at 12 and 2:30 p.m. Eliminations will begin at 11 a.m. ET on Sunday, June 28. The GETTRX Pro Stock NHRA All-Star Callout starts Friday, June 26 at 3 p.m., where the drivers will make their first-round picks. The first round of the Callout is Saturday, June 27 at 11:30 a.m., followed by the semifinals at 1:15 p.m. and the finals at 4 p.m. Television coverage begins Sunday, June 28 and includes the GETTRX Pro Stock NHRA All-Star Callout on FS1 at 11 a.m., leading into qualifying coverage at 12 p.m. Elimination coverage kicks off at 5:30 p.m. on FOX. To purchase tickets to Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals, fans can visit www.NHRA.com/tickets. Children 12 and under are free in general admission areas with the purchase of an adult ticket. The post Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals Loaded With Excitement at Summit Motorsports Park first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

And everyone, and we do mean everyone, is welcome. View the full article

MGP Connecting Rods, an innovative industry leader, has partnered with Small Tire Pro Stock as a class sponsor. The company, which is based in Lakewood, New Jersey and part of Race Winning Brands, specializes in billet aluminum connecting rods for a variety of domestic and import applications. Seasoned MGP Connecting Rods sales specialists ensure that enthusiasts and engine builders around the world select the right MGP Connecting Rods for their drag racing, boat racing, tractor pulling, drag and drive and other programs. Among the sales specialists is Small Tire Pro Stock racer Wayne Roberts, who has driven his Buick GSX to 7-second passes with a DRCE II engine built by fellow class sponsor BES Racing Engines and boasting MGP Connecting Rods. “We make lightweight aluminum connecting rods for all horsepower and rpm levels, and when I talk with a customer, I ask about their combination, and I ask for its bob weight, its rpm range and other details that will help us spec connecting rods for them,” said Roberts, who also works with customers in the MGP Connecting Rods display at the annual Performance Racing Industry Show in Indianapolis, Indiana. “A lot goes into it, and we want to be sure we get our customers exactly what they need.” As part of the partnership between MGP Connecting Rods and Small Tire Pro Stock, all Small Tire Pro Stock racers will be eligible to enter a drawing to win a free set of custom MGP Connecting Rods at the next Small Tire Pro Stock race, which is part of the Nostalgia Drag Racing League Hot Rod Nationals presented by Ray Skillman Auto Group, July 10-11, 2026 at Lucas Oil Indianapolis Raceway Park. “MGP Connecting Rods are used by some of the most accomplished competitors,” said Michigan-based Roberts. “One of the things they like most about our rods is how we do an extra polish, which reduces stress on the outside of the rods, and removes machine marks and sharpness on the corners.” For more information about MGP Connecting Rods, contact Roberts at 719-922-6148 or wroberts@rwbteam.com, or visit www.mgpconnectingrods.com. For more information about Small Tire Pro Stock, visit Facebook.com/SmallTireProStock. The post MGP Connecting Rods Steps Up to Support Small Tire Pro Stock first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

No more "it's just an e-bike" logic here.View the full article

Long before MiniGP bikes took over, future champions learned racecraft on machines like this.View the full article

Do you need a gold chrome helmet? No. But you know you want one…View the full article

SCAG Power Equipment, a division of Metalcraft of Mayville, has become a Preferred Partner of Brainerd International Raceway. Fans attending races this season will see the popular “Cat’s Eye Gold” colored equipment in use throughout the facility as it is being used for upkeep on and around the dragstrip, road course, and drifting competition areas. Equipment such as the popular Windstorm stand-on blower will be used on track surfaces to keep them clean between races, while other equipment including the Liberty Z and Turf Tiger II zero-turn riding mowers will be used for track maintenance and grounds upkeep. “Brainerd International Raceway has non-stop events on multiple tracks at the facility from April through October. Because of that we need a lot of equipment to keep the raceway in great condition for the racers and fans,” said General Manager, Sara Walker. “We know how much difference it will make to have SCAG Power Equipment utilized on the track, midway areas, and campgrounds.” The SCAG Racing team visits Brainerd International Raceway every August as a part of the NHRA national touring series. PACE Inc is a distributor for SCAG Power Equipment in the northern U.S., who will be supplying equipment to the Brainerd track. “Everyone looks forward to attending the Brainerd NHRA national event each summer,” said Jason Fox, VP of Sales for PACE Inc. “We entertain a lot of guests in the pit area, grandstands, and in the Zoo campground during the race weekend. It will be nice to see SCAG Power Equipment being used throughout the facility.” The post SCAG Power Equipment Named a Preferred Partner of Brainerd International Raceway first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

The IOM TT organizers and Great North Air Ambulance Service have teamed up to offer the VIP trip of a lifetime to the TT. Entering the competition costs just £10.View the full article

Norton just dropped all the features of its new Atlas and Atlas GT models. These are tech-heavy packages with lower price tags than you'd expect.View the full article

Damn, these things are stiff out the box.View the full article

Few motorcycles inspire as much admiration and skepticism as the BMW R nineT. Its café-racer-inspired styling, exposed boxer engine, and minimalist design create undeniable visual appeal, but questions often arise about whether the motorcycle offers a compelling riding experience beyond its aesthetics. To find out, Chaos Causes spent 127 hours—nearly five full days—living with a heavily customized BMW R nineT. The goal was simple: evaluate its real-world performance, mechanical character, custom modifications, and everyday usability. What began as a cautious […] The post Custom BMW R nineT Review: Performance, Mods, and Real-World Riding appeared first on Return of the Cafe Racers. View the full article

Small tire racing is always evolving. X255 has been introduced to give racers a lower-cost option to compete at big events. View the full article

CFMOTO’s new V4 SR-RR prototype has recorded a claimed GPS-verified 315.82 km/h top speed in China, giving the rapidly developing brand another performance milestone as it continues to move its motorcycle range further upmarket. The post CFMOTO V4 SR-RR claims 315.82 km/h Chinese motorcycle speed record appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Phillip Island remains one of the world’s great motorcycle circuits, but after losing MotoGP to Adelaide and now WorldSBK to The Bend, Victoria’s seaside icon has been left without its two signature global motorcycle events. The post WorldSBK confirms The Bend move from 2028 as Phillip Island era ends appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Every year at Hot Rod Power Tour the folks at American Powertrain partner with TREMEC to give away a free American Powertrain Transmission Kit for one lucky winner. It’s free to enter and you get tickets at both the American Powertrain and TREMEC booths, and you must be present to win so that’s always fun. There have been folks who’s names were called and weren’t there, just like this year! There were a couple of numbers called that were NOT there, but when the winner was finally on site he sure was glad to have been chosen! Video Description: Video of the live drawing on the main stage 2PM on Friday, the final day of ‪@HotRodMagazine‬ Power Tour 2026. For the past 10 years, one lucky Power Tour “Long Hauler wins a 5 or 6 Speed and installation kit from ‪@TREMECPerformance‬ & ‪@AmericanPowertrain‬ . Thanks to Hot Rod, the participants, and of coure announcer ‪@jeffthisted‬ . Congratulations to our winner Randy Chenault from Cincinatti! The post GIVING AWAY A FREE TRANSMISSION! American Powertrain & TREMEC Transmission Kit Contest Drawing At Hot Rod Power Tour 2026 appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

The SEGA racers put on another great show. Check out this recap of the Brainerd Motorsports Park event and see who brought home a win. View the full article