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Ruroc just announced twelve new designs across its AT4.0 helmet line, and you'd be forgiven for thinking some are April Fool's jokes.View the full article

Our friend John Jackson is back at it with another great feature shoot video, but this time it’s with something even more rare than his norm. This 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham is one of just 400 built in ’57, with another 304 built in 1958. These cars were the most expensive car in the United States at the time, with a price tag just north of $13,000. Keep in mind that an Eldorado Barritz was just over $7,000 at the time, and that was an ultra high end machine. But this one right here is something at a whole other level. It’s not a restoration, but rather a reimagining if you will and we love it. Check out John’s video from the photo shoot of this machine. The church parking lot is certainly a great backdrop. Check it out and let us know what you think about this machine. Does it bother you that they painted the stainless roof? Video Description: Stopped in Bristol Tennessee to Photograph Rutterz Rodz latest Custom Car Build this 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham that they modified for the Doyle Thomas collection. I first saw the car in Texas when Mike brought it to Texas Goodguys Show in Fort Worth Texas. Even with the bad weather Mike walked away with the coveted “Custom Rod of the Year” Finalist nomination in the quest to be part of their “Top 12”. I actually photographed it twice this evening once for Goodguys, and this photoshoot was for the print publication “Modern Rodding”. The post Car Feature Video: This Ultra Rare 1957 Cadillac Eldorado Brougham Modified By Rutterz Rodz Is Epic appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

There's more daylight between the Thruxton and Tracker 400s than you might expect, and each of these little singles has its own clear personality on display.View the full article

Richard Holdener is back at it with even more fun turbo tech. While turbo sizes are pretty simple, compressor maps are not necessarily as easy to understand. If you have an engine that can use a 76 mm turbo, that doesn’t mean that just any 76mm turbo will work well. Sure, any of them will help the engine make more power but if you want great drivability and big power then you’ll need to choose the right A/R. Watch the video below and you’ll get a crash course in efficiency. Video Description: TURBO COMPRESSOR MAPS MADE EASY. HOW TO PICK A TURBO FOR YOUR JUNKYARD LS. HOW TO READ AND UNDERSTAND COMPRESSOR MAPS. WHAT IS THE ISLAND OF MAXIMUM EFFICIENCY? HOW MUCH BOOST CAN I RUN? HOW MUCH POWER CAN I MAKE? DOES THE MOTOR MAKE ANY DIFFERENCE IN THE COMPRESSOR MAP? CHECK OUT THIS VIDEO WEHRE I DETAIL HOW TO READ A COMPRESSOR MAP. WHERE IS THE ISLAND OF PEAK EFFICIENCY. HOW MUCH POWER YOU CAN MAKE IN THE ISLAND AND HOW MUCH BOOST YOU CAN RUN. IF YOU WANT TO UNDERSTAND COMPRESSOR MAPS-CHECK OUT THIS VIDEO. MAKE SURE TO CHECK OUT RICHARDHOLDENERPERFORMANCE.COM FOR CAMS, SPRINGS, TURBOS, WASTEGATES, BOVs, DOD DELETE KITS, LS7 LIFTERS AND TOOLS. WE ARE ALSO A BTR DEALER, SO WE CAN’T GET YOU WHAT YOU WANT. ALSO CHECK OUT AFR, VORTECH AND SCAT FOR COOL STUFF. The post HOW TO READ A TURBO COMPRESSOR MAP. WHAT IS THE MAX EFFICIENCY ISLAND? HOW MUCH BOOST & POWER? appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

The popularity of Lil Gangstas is absolutely insane, and we love it. Not only because it is good, fun, close racing, but also because the fact that Jimmy and Poland convinced the no prep world to go index racing is just awesome. If you aren’t familiar, Lil Gangstas is a small tire, no prep, 5.30 index, 1/8th mile class. The goal is the make it to the finish line before the guy in the other lane, and to do so without going quicker than 5.30. Go 5.29 and you are out and your competitor wins. It’s simple really, and just like any other no prep, you’ve got to make it from A to B in order to move on. The gang at Spoold Media put together a nothing but Lil Ganstas video from the Carolina Gold event at Shadyside and I know you’ll dig it. Running 5.30s is a challenge, but the cool thing is that most of the cars are the stuff you know and love. These are real cars, with real power, doing race car things, and we love it. Video Description: The most hype class right now is Lil Gangstas and big money was on the line at Carolina Gold!!! With 37 cars, who would be the baddest of the bad and cash in at Shadyside for the Lil Gangstas chain!!!! The post LIL GANGSTAS BATTLE FOR BIG MONEY AT CAROLINA GOLD 2026 AT SHADYSIDE DRAGWAY appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

The Taylor Gang is back at it, with Alex, Dennis, Nick, Megan, Todd, and Kelsey hitting the road from SoCal in a couple of hot rods. Their goal is to road trip this Nova and 3rd Gen Camaro down Route 66 on their way home to Arkansas. Will they make it. Will they have car trouble? Which one of these is going to be the problem? Here’s the first video in the series. We’ll share the rest as well, so come back to check out the next one. In this one they start off with sites and roads that make SoCal famous, including some specially requested stops for Nick. Video Description: We are heading out on a 2,000 mile road trip across Route 66 in some untested hot rods – what could go wrong We have partnered up with ‪@peakauto‬ to get this going in honor of the Route 66 NHRA Nationals coming up with May! #PeakSquad Some of you may recognize this nova from the last season of Hot Rod Garage. And Nick brought out his third gen for me to daily while filming. We have had this planned for a while and finally found the time to get them home from storage at my uncles house in Valley Center. Mom, Dad, Meg, Nicks Dad Todd and sister Kelsey are joining the trip! We have ‪@oreillyautoparts‬ helping us out on the journey back in case anything goes wrong…. The post Let’s GO! 2,000 Miles in Two UNTESTED Hot Rods. What Could Possibly Go Wrong On Route 66? appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

(Photos by David Whealon) If you live under a rock and haven’t realized how huge of a splash the IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series made in 2025, then are you in for a treat! With amazing events, huge purses, icons of the sport and new stars alike, this is a racing series that is really doing some awesome things in 2026 and beyond. We’re excited for the 2026 season already and hope you are too. Thanks to BANGshifter extraordinaire David Whealon, we’ve got great photos from Darana Motorsports Park GALOT. Check out the first gallery below, and we’ll have more coming as well! We’ve got Nitro Funny Cars, Top Fuel Dragsters, Fuel Altereds, Pro Mods, Mountain Motor Pro Stock, Super Stock, Stock, and so much more. The post IHRA Outlaw Nitro Professional And Pro Am Drag Racing Photos From The Darana Motorsports Park at GALOT. appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

Derek from Vice Grip Garage has had some pretty interesting adventures on the road behind the wheel and underneath some pretty interesting rides. He is the king of taking the gamble, but he nearly always makes it home. He’s got a great attitude when it comes to making stuff run, and nothing scares him. But what about when the old thing he’s trying to make run and drive is an RV that also has appliances, a septic system, a fresh water system, and electronics that are all at least 40 years old? Did I mention that he needs to sleep in this bad boy too? And I’m sure he’s going to need a shower at some point along the way. So if he wants this thing to cruise the 850 miles home, and he wants to not have to stop at truck stops to clean up and eat, then he’s going to need this bad boy to work. But how much work will it take to make everything work? Let’s see. Video Description: A guy found a vintage motorhome in Maryland on the line.. so I did the right thing and bought it site unseen! Let’s see if it runs, drives and camps 850 miles! The post Will This 40 Year Old RV That Derek Bought SIGHT UNSEEN, RUN, DRIVE And CAMP 850 Miles Home? appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

Dunlop’s new Sportmax Q5 family has landed in Australia, but which one is right for your riding? We sampled the Q5A, Q5S and Q5 at SMSP and came away with one clear surprise The post Dunlop Sportmax Q5 review | Q5 vs Q5S vs Q5A in Australia appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

These are not novelty acts. Harley-Davidson’s equal-spec Bagger World Cup Road Glides are 2152 cc, 200 hp-plus race bikes that weigh around 280 kg and top 300 km/h The post Harley-Davidson Bagger World Cup bikes explained appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Super H Products – Super Lube Lubing your chain shouldn’t mean coating half the bike in overspray—but for most riders, that’s exactly what happens. Between the swingarm, rear wheel, tyre edge and workshop floor, a quick maintenance job can turn into a messy clean-up. How the Super Luber works Called the Super Luber, this clever […] The post Super Luber chain lube tool aims to end overspray appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Moto News Weekly Wrap March 31, 2026 What’s New: FIM Baja World Cup date shifts 2026 WA Motocross opener cancelled AMA SX next stop St Louis this weekend, for Round 12 MXGP heads to Italy’s Riolo Sardo in two weeks Toby Price speaks out on San Felipe 250 disqualification Flat Track World Championship Round Three […] The post Moto News | GNCC Enduro | Flat Track | Trial | SX | MX | Baja appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

It’s that time of year folks, when the countries big dollar bracket racers head to Vegas for one of the biggest big-money bracket races in the world, the Spring Fling Million. We love this event and are so excited to share this year’s live-streaming video. Tons of cameras, finish line instant replay, and the Fling Staff is making sure to provide other cool content as well! You are going to get Tech Segments, tips and tricks, racer interviews, and more throughout the week and into the weekend. This race starts off Tuesday with the 32 car Dragster Shootout, where someone is going to take home a $68,000 dragster, and then rolls into big money races Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday, with Friday’s guaranteed $200,000 Winner’s minimum payout. If they get 495 entries into Friday’s Million the winner will take home a check for $1,000,000. This is some legit big-money racing like none other and we love it! The post FREE DRAG RACING LIVESTREAM: The Spring Fling Million’s Big Money Bracket Races From Las Vegas – Tuesday appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

In the seaside city of Pescara, nestled within Italy’s rugged Abruzzo region, Filippo Barbacane has been playing a long game. When he started his craft in 1993, the Italian 'custom' scene was a ghost town, mostly restricted to mimicking American cruisers through grainy magazine photos. There was no ... View the full article

After a successful debut of NHRA’s commemorative tickets for the first five races of the spectacular 75th anniversary season, NHRA officials are thrilled to announce the next wave of special tickets for five upcoming races. The unique commemorative tickets will continue to honor NHRA legends past and present at the sixth through 10th race of the celebratory season, including Chris “The Greek” Karamesines (Chicago), Shirley Muldowney (Maryland), the Tasca Super Stock Cobra Jet (Epping), current star Clay Millican (Bristol) and Jim Head (Norwalk). The collector’s item offers another opportunity to celebrate 75 years of NHRA Drag Racing and the special moments – and incredible drivers – that have filled the past seven-plus decades of NHRA action. To purchase a special 75th anniversary ticket featuring many of the iconic NHRA stars and historic moments, fans can visit https://directsouvenir.wwlinc.com/Universal/NHRA. Each commemorative ticket will be available for purchase online all year and will be distinctive to each race during NHRA’s milestone 2026 campaign, including the first five races, which honor legends Kenny Bernstein (Gainesville and Pomona), Don Prudhomme (Phoenix), current star Matt Hagan (Charlotte) and Don Garlits (Valdosta). The special ticket for the next five races will include these NHRA legends: Chicago: Chris “The Greek” Karamesines will be the featured driver at the Gerber Collision & Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by PEAK at Route 66 Raceway. A Chicago native, the commemorative ticket will honor “The Greek,” with the weekend serving as a career retrospective on his incredible career. Maryland: Shirley Muldowney will be on the collector’s ticket in Maryland, honoring one of NHRA’s most iconic legends at its debut event at Maryland International Raceway, the NHRA Potomac Nationals. The race will honor the historic legacy of Muldowney, a three-time world champion and influential motorsports pioneer. Epping: Bob Tasca and the Tasca family will be honored at their home track during the NHRA New England Nationals at New England Dragway, highlighting their extensive involvement in the creation of the iconic Ford Cobra Jet. Bristol: Top Fuel’s Clay Millican will be the featured commemorative ticket for the Super Grip NHRA Thunder Valley Nationals at picturesque Bristol Dragway. Millican enjoyed his first career NHRA Top Fuel win in 2019, with the win at his home track capping off a special and emotional weekend for the fan-favorite driver. Norwalk: The legendary Jim Head will be one of the honored legends at the Summit Racing Equipment NHRA Nationals in his home state at Summit Motorsports Park at Norwalk, Ohio. The legendary driver and team owner will be on the commemorative ticket, while Doug and Connie Kalitta will also be honored during the race. At the events, fans can scan the onsite signs to purchase the commemorative ticket. The one-of-a-kind souvenir and collector’s items will also be available for purchase with a clear display holder. Each commemorative ticket will only be offered this season during NHRA’s 75th anniversary celebration. The next group of commemorative tickets will be released in the coming weeks for events in Sonoma, Seattle, Brainerd, Indianapolis and Martin, Mich., featuring a new group of legends and current standouts. The NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series returns to action next week with the historic Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals at In-N-Out Burger Pomona Dragstrip on April 9-12. The iconic race will host the 1,000th Funny Car race in NHRA history, adding another memorable layer to the 75th anniversary event. Qualifying features racing at 1:30 and 4 p.m. PT on Friday, April 10, and the final two rounds on Saturday, April 11 at 12:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. Final eliminations are scheduled for 11 a.m. PT on Sunday, April 12. Television coverage includes eliminations on FS1 on Sunday at 6:30 p.m. ET. To purchase tickets to the 2026 Lucas Oil NHRA Winternationals, fans can visit www.NHRA.com/tickets. Children 12 and under are free in general admission areas with the purchase of an adult ticket. This story was originally published on March 31, 2026. The post Second Wave of NHRA 75th Anniversary Commemorative Tickets Include Wealth of Legends first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced the acquisition of Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School, one of the most respected and influential driver development institutions in the history of motorsports. For more than four decades, Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School has delivered world-class instruction to drag racers from across the globe. Its alumni include national event-winning drivers in both Professional and Sportsman categories, with more than 25,000 graduates having completed the school’s renowned programs. The school will continue to operate with the same experienced staff, proven curriculum, equipment, and instructors that have defined its success—led by the master himself, Frank Hawley—now under IHRA ownership. “When I met Darryl Cuttell, I was very impressed with his ambitious vision to grow the popularity of motorsports around the world,” said Hawley. “Darryl is working to coalesce motorsports entertainment with other traditional forms of entertainment at IHRA facilities. Our industry has been looking for leadership like this, and we are ready to join in the mission.” Hawley added, “My entire life has been devoted to the sport of drag racing, and I can’t think of a better way to continue the legacy of our school than under the ownership of the IHRA.” Darryl Cuttell emphasized the significance of the acquisition for the future of the sport. “Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School is one of the most important institutions our sport has ever known,” said Cuttell. “This is not about changing what works—it’s about protecting a legacy, investing in education and safety, and ensuring that racers at every level have access to the very best training in the world. IHRA is honored to carry this responsibility forward.” Leah Martin, President of IHRA, highlighted the broader impact of the acquisition on racers and the sport as a whole. “Education is the foundation of safe, competitive, and sustainable racing,” said Martin. “Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School represents the gold standard in driver development. By bringing the school into the IHRA family, we are reinforcing our commitment to racers—giving them the tools, training, and pathways they need to grow from grassroots competition to the highest levels of the sport.” The acquisition represents a strategic milestone in IHRA’s long-term vision to strengthen motorsports from the grassroots level through the professional ranks, while expanding access to education, safety programs, and career development opportunities worldwide. Additional details regarding future programs and expanded offerings will be announced in the coming months. This story was originally published on March 31, 2026. The post IHRA Acquires Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

The Spring Fling Million is back at The Strip in Las Vegas. Bracket Racers from around the country will be in attendance chasing big money.View the full article

The IHRA has made another big move. The sanctioning body has acquired the Frank Hawley's Drag Racing School.View the full article

FAIRFIELD, OH — March 31, 2026 — The International Hot Rod Association (IHRA) today announced the acquisition of Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School, one of the most respected and influential driver development institutions in the history of motorsports. For more than four decades, Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School has delivered world-class instruction to drag racers from across the globe. Its alumni include national event-winning drivers in both Professional and Sportsman categories, with more than 25,000 graduates having completed the school’s renowned programs. The school will continue to operate with the same experienced staff, proven curriculum, equipment, and instructors that have defined its success—led by the master himself, Frank Hawley—now under IHRA ownership. “When I met Darryl Cuttell, I was very impressed with his ambitious vision to grow the popularity of motorsports around the world,” said Hawley. “Darryl is working to coalesce motorsports entertainment with other traditional forms of entertainment at IHRA facilities. Our industry has been looking for leadership like this, and we are ready to join in the mission.” Hawley added, “My entire life has been devoted to the sport of drag racing, and I can’t think of a better way to continue the legacy of our school than under the ownership of the IHRA.” Darryl Cuttell emphasized the significance of the acquisition for the future of the sport. “Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School is one of the most important institutions our sport has ever known,” said Cuttell. “This is not about changing what works—it’s about protecting a legacy, investing in education and safety, and ensuring that racers at every level have access to the very best training in the world. IHRA is honored to carry this responsibility forward.” Leah Martin, President of IHRA, highlighted the broader impact of the acquisition on racers and the sport as a whole. “Education is the foundation of safe, competitive, and sustainable racing,” said Martin. “Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School represents the gold standard in driver development. By bringing the school into the IHRA family, we are reinforcing our commitment to racers—giving them the tools, training, and pathways they need to grow from grassroots competition to the highest levels of the sport.” The acquisition represents a strategic milestone in IHRA’s long-term vision to strengthen motorsports from the grassroots level through the professional ranks, while expanding access to education, safety programs, and career development opportunities worldwide. Additional details regarding future programs and expanded offerings will be announced in the coming months. The post IHRA Acquires Frank Hawley’s Drag Racing School, Preserving a Legendary Legacy While Expanding the Future of Driver Development appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

The Nissan Party at 7/11 kind of reminds me of our meetups at Taco Bell or Circle K back in my street racing days, but when you first hear it you certainly don’t think this is a MUST STOP place to visit in Tokyo Japan. That is until you watch the video and then you know that this place is definitely a must stop attraction for any car folks in Japan. Check out the video below and let us know what you think. And if you know somewhere outside of the US that we should be visiting to check out their cool car scene, please let us know in the comments section below! Video Description: In this #WhereLarry episode, we find ourselves in Japan, surrounded by some of my favorite Nissans from over the years. Some of my local friends and I cruise through the winter streets and highways of Tokyo, in search of late night egg sandos and instant ramen bowls at 7 Eleven, while we nerd out on my friend’s 2.6L S20 that he has in his US-imported 240Z. The post Where’s Larry? Exploring Late Night Car Culture in Tokyo with The Nissan Party at 7 Eleven appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

The Boss 302 Mustangs and Z28 Camaros, battled it out on road courses all over in the late 1960s and put on a hell of a show while doing it. With seriously under rated 302 cubic inch V8 engines, 4-speeds, and some of the most talented drivers of the times, these cars were immediate icons in motorsports. So when you find one in a junkyard, that’s a rarity. But how rare are they? Thanks to our friend Steve Magnante, we get to take a look at this great find and learn some Boss 302 history. Check it out below. The post Daily Junkyard Crawl With Steve Magnante: A Real Deal 1970 Boss 302 Mustang! Trans Am Racing Greatness Right Here! appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

Unless you are a professional EFI tuner, you probably don’t know all the features that are included in one of the new ECUs that are available today. Hell, even if you are a professional you probably don’t know them all. I can’t tell you the number of times that I’ve had to explain how to setup automatic data logging to racers. And that’s just one little thing. Hell, there are a jillion users of modern EFI that have never even plugged in their own laptop to them because they had them installed somewhere else. And that’s okay, but if you want to know how things work and how to troubleshoot or test an install, the info below is going to come in handy. Here is how to use Holley’s built in output testing functions on your favorite Holley EFI ECU. Video Description: Upgrade your Holley ECU with the latest firmware for Terminator X, HP, and Dominator systems! This update adds powerful new features like selectable O2 sensors, integrated dash/handheld firmware, Ford Godzilla base calibrations, and a built-in output testing tool. Learn how to safely test injectors, ignition coils, fuel pumps, fans, and more using Holley’s new diagnostic feature. We also cover key safety tips to prevent damage during testing. Download the free Holley EFI firmware update today and take your tuning to the next level. Visit: Holley.com for updates and EFI system support The post EFI Tech: Here’s How To Use Holley’s Built In Output Testing Feature For Terminator X, HP, Dominator ECUs appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

If Lake says it’s good, I believe him. I just wanted to start off with that. Lake Speed Jr. is one of the smartest folks in the automotive aftermarket, is a real life oil analyst and engineer, and has designed some of the best engine oils in the aftermarket for hot rodders and racers alike. He’s earned his stripes, and that’s why I trust him when it comes to engine oils. So how does this Valvoline Restore and Protect actually work? According to Valvoline it works miracles, and I’ve heard a few claims from other folks that seem to support it. But what does Lake have to say? Check out these real tests and let us know what you think. The video on the bottom of the page is the oldest, and the one at the top is the newest that goes with the description below. Video Description: Valvoline claims “Restore & Protect returns pistons to factory clean by removing up to 100% of deposits when used as directed,” so a Ford EcoBoost engine ran 500,000 miles on conventional 5W-30 motor oil. After that mileage, Valvoline tore it down for inspection, they found 7 cold-stuck piston rings. The engine was then reassembled and run on Valvoline Restore & Protect 5W-30 for multiple oil change intervals (approximately 150+ hours). In this video, we reveal: • The before & after piston condition • What “stuck” rings actually mean • Used oil analysis results from the test • Whether cleaning deposits caused increased wear No Sponsorship. Just data. Let’s dig in. The post Restore & Protect vs Deposits (500,000 Mile Engine Tear Down Reveals All) Does This Oil Really Work? appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

Hackney Council tried to jack motorcycle parking fees from nothing to around $16,500. Considering you can fit around five motorcycles in some parking spaces, the hike was decidedly unfair, and motorcyclists fought back.View the full article

Honda teaming up with Sanrio isn't new, and neither is involving whimsigoth icon Kuromi. But this apparel collab is fresh and crispy.View the full article