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A new report by a supposed whistleblower claims that Donut Labs' new solid-state battery and its specs "have not been achieved." And that the press and pomp and circumstance behind it are false marketing. View the full article

We run a lot of tool testing videos around here and many are expensive vs cheap tool comparisons. I’m not saying that every cheap tool is good, or that all expensive tools are overpriced, but I do know that it has never been easier to get good tools than it is today and luckily you can get those good tools at a variety of price points to fit your budget. But if you are like me, you want to know how those cheaper tools compare to the expensive ones. In this test video you’ll see a bunch of ratcheting wrenches, of all prices, going up against the expensive Snap-On ratcheting wrenches. How will they all compare? Which ones are junk and which ones are good? We’ll find out together below. Video Description: Are Snap-On’s ratcheting Xl double box end wrenches really the best? And if they are, are they worth the coin? We find out by adding some entrants to compare to those at various prices down the 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. The post Tool Testing: This $800 Snap-On Goes Up Against Every Price Ratcheting Wrenches To See Who’s Got The Best! appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

The new Caberg Tanami Carbon switches between on-road and off-road modes with magnetic vents and modular design. View the full article

Now offered for sale on Bring a Trailer, this 1974 Honda CB750 café racer began as a disassembled project acquired by the seller in December 2025 before undergoing a comprehensive custom build. The transformation included fresh paintwork, powder-coated frame and wheels, a rebuilt carburetor setup, and a fully overhauled electrical system, resulting in a clean, purpose-built machine with classic café racer attitude. Finished in a striking white over black color scheme, the fuel tank and café-style bump seat contrast against […] The post FOR SALE: 1974 Honda CB750 Cafe Racer appeared first on Return of the Cafe Racers. View the full article

O’Reilly Auto Parts puts on an annual meeting and convention that is attended by O’Reilly Auto Parts associates from all over the country each year and as part of that they also bring in folks who they partner with for events and such. Folks like Derek Bieri, David Freiburger, Alex Taylor, Brad DeBerti, and Rae Ripple among others. These events are big and they really put a lot of effort into making sure their associates have a good time while going through the training and other aspects of the event. But this year they went to another level and on a whim decided that Alex Taylor and David Freiburger and the gang would put an engine together for fun. This isn’t a precision engine build, but rather an assembly video, of a crate engine they got through O’Reilly Auto Parts. Check it out. Video Description: The crew is back together for a high-speed, low-precision engine build in Houston. Featuring David Freiburger, Brad DeBerti, Alex Taylor, Tate Morgan, and Ray Ripple, this 1967 327 engine get’s the “professional build” treatment. Despite using an impact where it doesn’t belong, the team manages to get the engine together for “shipping purposes”. Whether you’re here for the jokes or the actual mechanical breakdowns, remember: don’t try this at home! The post Engine Rebuilding 101 with David Freiburger, Alex Taylor, and More! O’Reilly Auto Parts Convention Fun! appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

Guruma’s 1000 RR mirrors QJMotor and MV Agusta influences but adds "AI-driven" rider assistance, and a bunch of other supposed tech features. View the full article

We’ve shared a couple of Lone Star Roundup videos so far, and can tell you that it was a heck of a show as usual. Because this show has gotten so big over the years it has turned into not only the main Roundup Show but also a bunch of pre-parties and night time cruises. There are people all over Austin and nearly every parking lot has got cool cars in it. Check out John Jackson’s video from Busty’s cool bar and jukebox. Video Description: #LonestarRoundup #BustysBar&Jukebox #Carshow #hangout Ok made another little quickie video of another awesome Lonestar Roundup Pre-Party. Went over to the Expo center and picked up my registration packet at 5 then drove over to Bustys for the first time ever. I gotta say this place rocks even if it wasn’t full of great hotrod people. The interior was kinda dark for filming so I couldn’t show you the little mini pony Miller Hi-Lifes they where handing out, or how awesome the Burgers where(Im going to come back just for food sometime) Hung out with the Guys from Los Cochinos tonight, and really miss some of the great Houston custom car people. I know this is a quickie, but Im sure my Lonestar Roundup video is going to be plenty long without all the parties. Pretty excited for the First day of Lonestar Roundup tomorrow Thanks for watching JJ ‪@NotStockPhoto‬ #Party #Carculture #hotrods #custom #Cruising The post Bustys Bar & Jukebox LoneStar Round Up Kick Off Party Video: Hot Rods, Customs, And More In Austin appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

We’ve got some more cool video from Goodwood’s Member’s Meet 2026. This year the action was even better than ever, and the Touring Car race for the Win Percy Trophy was one of the best. Check it out below. The 83rd Members Meet at Goodwood was awesome, and thanks to the wonders of modern technology you got to watch it all LIVE for FREE! The Goodwood folks have really changed the world of motorsport over the years, with multiple events each year that really showcase the cars, the people, and the history behind motorsport in England and the world. The Member’s Meet is one of those events, and one that has been going on for more than 80 years now. This is Member’s Meet #83! Video Description: That is going to take some beating for the best action of the weekend… and it’s only the first race! The 2026 Win Percy Trophy started off with some incredible action with 9-time Le Mans winner Tom Kristensen battling it out for the lead, and the entertainment didn’t relent all race. After 20 mins of wheel-to-wheel paint-swapping racing, the finale was something out of Hollywood. Sit back and enjoy one of the great Goodwood races. #83MM #Goodwood #Touringcar #Finale #racefinish #FordEscort The post The Touring Car Race At The 83rd Goodwood Member’s Meet Could Be The Greatest Finish in Goodwood’s History! 2026 Win Percy Trophy Full Race appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

The CFMoto 1000MT-X will arrive as the 2027 Ibex 950, long before the new KTM 990. View the full article

Ducati took advantage of an event at Misano to perform a shakedown of its GP27 on Pirelli tires. Here's what we can learn from the images.View the full article

Blending two legends into one unmistakable machine, today’s featured bike is a hand-built Triton café racer completed in 2020. Marrying a modified Norton slimline frame with a rebuilt 649cc parallel-twin engine sourced from a 1966 Triumph Bonneville, this custom creation embodies the spirit of vintage British performance with a purposeful, minimalist edge. Finished in a timeless black-and-gold scheme, the bike showcases clean, understated craftsmanship. Its bodywork sits over the reworked Norton chassis and includes stainless-steel fenders, a revised Norton Dominator […] The post Bike of the Day: “Triton” Cafe Racer appeared first on Return of the Cafe Racers. View the full article

Brad Pitt is producing a feature movie about the Isle of Man TT, starring Channing Tatum, and they're about to start filming at this year's event.View the full article

The couple that races together stays together. Nick Cole-Mann and Sarah Jaeger have built two quick stick-shift GM trucks. View the full article

Three rounds into the 2026 MotoGP World Championship and Aprilia has emerged as the early benchmark, with Ducati under pressure, Yamaha still searching for answers, Honda trending upward and KTM showing both promise and inconsistency ahead of Jerez. The post MotoGP Form Guide – What we learned from the first three rounds before Jerez appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Motorcycle Recall Notices Honda CB1000SP Hornet Recall Recall number – REC-006584 Campaign number – 3RK Original published date – 7 April 2026 Supplier details – HONDA AUSTRALIA MOTORCYCLE AND POWER EQUIPMENT PTY. LTD. Contact name – Honda Customer Relations Team Contact phone – 1300 559 846 Contact email – customer.relations@honda.com.au Contact website – https://motorcycles.honda.com.au/contactus Honda […] The post Recall Round-Up: CB1000SP, CRF250/450, and Outlaw ATV appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Ducati has launched the heart of its 2026 centenary celebrations at Borgo Panigale, unveiling the Superleggera V4 Centenario Tricolore and outlining a wider anniversary program centred on World Ducati Week. The post Ducati details centenary plans, unveils 100-unit Superleggera V4 special appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Moto News Weekly Wrap April 21, 2026 What’s New: USA reveal Junior World MX roster Metnitztal to host Austrian Hard Enduro Spezial Bou tops Tarragona X-Trial – Marcelli runner-up Aprilia Tuareg Racing top Tout Terrain Rally Cup in Spain The Dukes GNCC Report Australian ProMX Round Two – Canberra Race Wrap Australian ProMX Round Two […] The post Moto News Weekly | GNCC | MX | SX | Enduro | X-Trial appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

NHRA announced today that “Chasing Speed,” a six-part docuseries that recently aired on VICE TV, will debut in full on NHRA’s YouTube pageon Wednesday. All six episodes of the docuseries will be available immediately for fans, giving them an opportunity to watch all at once or at their convenience. It also marks the first time it will be available to NHRA fans internationally. The well-received show debuted on VICE TV on January 21, and a new episode aired each week heading into the kickoff of NHRA’s 75th anniversary season in Gainesville. Chasing Speed was the first offering of its kind in the NHRA world, giving a genuine, unfiltered look at the biggest stars in the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series. The six-part series pulled the curtain back on the raw speed, pressure and personalities in the NHRA, giving fans a glimpse of competing at the highest level in drag racing. From 340-plus-mph record runs to championship battles, the series followed teams and drivers for the full 2025 season. It featured all the drama behind the scenes, the stakes on the starting line and the culture that’s fueled 75 years of NHRA action. Each episode offered something thrilling, including Austin Prock’s rise and second straight world championship – and dramatic departure to Tasca Racing in the off-season – to Antron Brown’s run to repeat a Top Fuel title, the standout females who make NHRA the world’s most diverse motorsport, racing legend Tony Stewart’s second year in the class and the championship chases in every category. The full episode lineup includes these highlights, plus so much more: Episode 1: “The Road to Force” helps start the series with a bang, focusing on John Force’s incredible legacy in the sport, Brittany Force’s record run and career, and Prock’s rise as Funny Car champion at John Force Racing. Episode 2: “Full Bore” dives into Blake Alexander’s quest to compete, Tony Stewart and Leah Pruett’s drive for success in the NHRA and a look back at Wally Parks and the NHRA legends who shaped the sport. Episode 3: “The Price She Pays” showcases the immense female talent in the sport, starting with trailblazers like Shirley Muldowney and current stars Force, Pruett, Erica Enders, Ida Zetterstrom, Maddi Gordon and Jasmine Salinas. Episode 4: “The Summer of Chaos” looks at a wild regular season in 2025, as Matt Hagan and Prock duel in Funny Car, star drivers in Top Fuel and everyone looking to leave their mark heading to the Countdown to the Championship. Episode 5: “The Countdown” drives home the mounting pressure for drivers at Indy and in the Countdown. There’s plenty of chaos on and off the track with championship battles forming. Episode 6: “The Season Ends” features the finale of the championship battles, with Doug Kalitta, Prock, Dallas Glenn and Richard Gadson all claiming world titles, along with a shocking team shake-up in the offseason heading into 2026. To view the NHRA’s YouTube page, click here. For more information on NHRA, including the 2026 schedule, visit www.NHRA.com. The post “Chasing Speed” Docuseries Set to Debut on NHRA YouTube Page first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

This weekend Fords, Chevrolets and Dodges competing in the Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown Series will converge on zMax Dragway for the 16th annual 4-Wide Nationals. The factory stock class is a fan favorite category, and the unique nature of the four-wide nationals ensures that racing will be fast and furious. Last years winner Jonathan Allegrucci will be looking for his first win of the 2026 season driving his Ford Mustang Cobra Jet and the prospect of going back-to-back has the driver from Scott Township, Pa. motivated and excited. “I’m excited but nervous, you know how that goes,” said Allegrucci. “I really do enjoy the four wide format, and I thought it was cool last year. Not just because we won, but there was a little more going on from the starting line to the finish line. It’s just that little extra bit that we don’t normally get that’s pretty cool.” This year the NHRA is celebrating its 75th anniversary and as part of the yearlong celebration race winners will be awarded a special diamond Wally trophy. The opportunity to take home some special hardware is another motivating factor for Allegrucci. He knows there will be nearly 20 other drivers looking to get their hands on the trophy as well. “We always wanted a big Wally, and we got it last year at this race,” said Allegrucci. “The 75th anniversary Wally looks awesome. It’d be pretty sweet to get one of those. It will be tough because I think there’s so many good teams out there. It’s anyone’s race any given day. You need to do your job on all ends, as far as the crew, the driver, the car, but you need a little luck to go your way too. Sometimes it’s just luck of the draw, who you’re up against to get through that round. Our KSR team are the best we got going. They work hard and I wouldn’t want to be with anyone else. I’m sure all these other guys would say the same about their teams, because everybody’s working hard but I am super proud of these KSR guys.” While Allegrucci will be looking for his second win in Charlotte, current points leader and Gatornationals winner Ricky Hord will be chasing his second win of the season. The driver from Orlando, Fla., will be looking to race his COPO Camaro to another winner’s circle and hold off the competition that will be looking to grab the $1,000 Flexjet bounty if they can beat him on race day. “I feel good. The car ran good at the end of last season, and it ran good in Gainesville,” said Hord. “We just like to take it one run at a time, and do whatever we can. I always liked the four wide. The way it’s laid out is pretty cool and it’s something different for the racers. It really keeps you on your toes. I got my first win at the Las Vegas 4-wide. I think it makes me focus more, because I must pay attention more right before guys stage. There’s always at least one person that’s laying back and trying to figure out what everyone else is doing.”In addition to Hord and Allegrucci, two-time Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown world champion Mark Pawuk will be focused on getting some early season momentum with his Empaco Dodge Challenger Drag Pak. There are a pair of father-son tandems also competing this weekend as Ford Cobra Jet drivers Taylor and Jason Dietsch will be joined by Lee and rookie Matt Hartman racing their Dodge Challenger Drag Pak and Chevrolet COPO Camaro, respectively. “It excites me whenever there’s new people. It’s always good to have new people in the class because it keeps the class alive,” said Hord. “The Gatornationals Wally is at the shop. It’s definitely cool to look at. It’s a heck of a lot flashier than the previous trophies. It’s good to know the NHRA has been around for 75 years and has a good looking future.” Qualifying will get underway on Friday for the Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown Series at 3 p.m. and 6:05 p.m. On Saturday two more rounds of qualifying will set the all-run field. Four wide elimination rounds will be contested on Saturday evening and throughout the day on Sunday. For information on the NHRA 4-Wide Nationals visit www.nhra.com. This story was originally published on April 21, 2026. The post Wide Open Flexjet Factory Stock Field Takes on NHRA 4-Wide Nationals first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

The Spring Fling at GALOT is LIVE right now with big money bracket racing going on through the weekend! If you want to see great drag racing action from one of the nicest dragstrips in the country, then you need to watch the free livestream below. Darana Motorsports Park, aka Galot, is home to the Spring Fling and this event promises some really hot action this weekend. That’s right, it is Spring Fling time and that means some of the hottest bracket racers in the country are going to be battling it out for big money at Galot where the Spring Fling is going on this weekend. Racing action starts Tuesday, right here and we’ll have all the action for you all the way through Saturday. The post FREE LIVE DRAG RACING: Big Money Bracket Racing From The 2026 Spring Fling at Galot – Time Trial Tuesday appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

I love new drag and drive builds, and because I’m going to Sweden this year for Street Week I am really excited that this new drag and drive build is being built at Auto Cut in Stockholm by Martin Lundqvist Racing Fabrication. This is going to be something special. Because they are in Sweden, they aren’t talking much in these videos and what they are say you probably won’t understand. We would crank up the Closed Captioning for the subtitles, but that wasn’t an option. We’re sharing the first two videos right here and we’ll have more coming regularly. We know this was a drag car in it’s former life, and it’s going to be ultra cool when it’s done. While they aren’t scrapping the entire car to start new, they are replacing a whole hell of a lot of this car. We can’t wait to see it coming together, because they are doing some really cool stuff with the Auto Cut cnc machines and water jets. This is some special stuff. Check it out. The post Martin Lundqvist Racing Fabrication Is Building A Bad Ass 1969 Camaro Drag and Drive Car In Sweden! Watch This! appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

Spencer Hyde is ready to have a big weekend at zMAx. He has a new sponsor on the side of his Head Racing Funny Car for the event. View the full article

We’re all about made in the USA parts when they make sense, but I’m very well known for saying that crap is crap, regardless of where it comes from. The point being that you should buy the best parts you can afford, regardless of where they come from. There are a lot of great performance parts being manufactured all over the world. But if you are here in the U.S. and wanting to know how your American Made intake manifold stacks up against some import models, check out this dyno testing video where a few intakes are being bolted onto a small block Chevrolet to see which one comes out on top. Will the cheap import keep up with the Made in the USA model? Let’s watch and see how this mild small block build responds. Video Description: In this video we dyno test carbureted dual plane intake manifolds. We compare USA made to a foreign made cheap knock-off. Blue Collar Dyno Mule engine specifics: Stock bottom end small block Chevy. 9 to 1 compression Stock Vortec cylinder heads. NO porting. Hydraulic flat tappet camshaft. 235 / 237 duration @ 0.050 0.489 / 0.489 lift 112 LSA installed 4 degrees advanced. Stock stamp steel rocker arms 750 “double pump” carburetor 1-5/8 primary 3” collector full length dyno headers. The post Dyno Testing Dual Plane Intake Manifolds: Made in the USA vs Cheap Import Knockoffs – How Do They Compare? appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

The Royal Enfield Continental GT remains one of the few modern motorcycles that genuinely lends itself to customization. Its straightforward architecture, classic proportions and honest 648 cc parallel twin make it an easy canvas, but creating a masterpiece is still the work of the painter. Thi... View the full article

This weekend the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series will be running the only four-wide national event of the season, and the unique event will provide 2025 NHRA Rookie of the Year, the opportunity to promote The Caine Group with a specialty wrap on his 12,000-horsepower Nitro Funny Car. Last year Hyde met executives from The Caine Group at zMax Dragway and over the past year the Canadian driver from Stratford, Ontario, has built a positive relationship that has led to this exciting opportunity. The company is owned by Jim and Janet Russell who named the company after their late son Caine who was a huge drag racing fan. “We met with the folks from The Caine Group during the race and after the race we came back to North Carolina and spent some time getting to know them,” said Hyde, who recently raced to the final round at the NHRA Arizona Nationals. “They have a lot going on in North Carolina and they wanted to support our Funny Car team, so we worked out a deal for them to be the primary sponsor for this weekend’s 4-Wide Nationals. They have been fans of the NHRA for a while and recognize what a family friendly sport this is, so it was a great fit.” The Caine Group joins Outlaw Light Beer as new additions to the Head Contractors and Engineers Funny Car driven by Hyde for the 2026 NHRA season. As the reigning NHRA Rookie of the Year and lone full-time Funny Car driver from Canada Hyde has continued to raise his profile with marketing partners as he enters his second year of full-time professional racing.“We are constantly talking with people and companies about the benefits of the NHRA. We both run family-owned businesses, and this was a win-win for both groups,” said Hyde. “This season is off to a good start on the track, and we are looking forward to more exciting announcements off the track. Jim is a great team owner and crew chief, so this Funny Car is going to go rounds and we want to make sure we are giving our marketing partners both old and new the best bang for their buck.” Hyde and The Caine Group Funny Car will have four qualifying sessions to secure one of the 16 top spots on the qualifying ladder this weekend at zMax Dragway. The first two qualifying sessions will be held on Friday at 5:00 p.m. and 7:45 p.m. and on Saturday Hyde will have two more chances with runs at 12:50 p.m. and 3:20 p.m. The final eliminations of the NHRA 4-Wide Nationals will get underway Sunday, April 26 at 12:00 p.m. For information on tickets or the race schedule visit www.nhra.com. The post Spencer Hyde Set to Rep The Caine Group at NHRA 4-Wide Nationals first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article