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[motorsport] Clint Bowyer tops Friday's first Cup practice at Las Vegas
Bowyer was in the top-five most of the 50-minute session but bolted to the top of the speed chart in the final minutes behind an average lap speed of 178.059 mph. Byron ended up second (177.223 mph) and his Hendrick Motorsports teammate Jimmie Johnson was third (177.148 mph). Ricky Stenhouse Jr. was fourth and Austin Dillon rounded out the top-five. Las Vegas Motor Speedway has not been a ...Keep reading View the full article
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[foxsports]
Joe Gibbs has a heavyweight lineup in NASCAR's playoffs
Joe Gibbs has a powerhouse lineup leading NASCAR's playoffs, with four drivers laser-focused on winning the overall title View the full article
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[fourwheeler] Episode 69 of The Truck Show Podcast: The Manual Gearbox Preservation Society
The Truck Show Podcast Presented by Nissan in association with DECKED… …is a fun, irreverent, and edgy look at today’s world of custom and factory trucks, hosted by automotive journalist Sean Holman and veteran Los Angeles radio personality Jay “Lightning” Tilles. So sit back, relax, and enjoy the latest episode of The Truck Show Podcast. View the full article
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[fourwheeler] Dispatch: Jeep News from Jp
1. Jeep News & Rumors We’ll let you decide whether this was an odd tie-in. Said Jeep: “Consumers experienced the opportunity to ride in the all-new’20 Jeep Gladiator, the most off-road–capable midsize pickup ever, or the’19 Jeep Wrangler, MotorTrend’s SUV of the Year, on the flight deck of the USS Hornet. After participating in the View the full article
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[motorsport] All-electric Projekt E rallycross car unveiled
Projekt E will run as a support series at selected World RX events next year, using technology developed by Manfred Stohl owned firm STARD (Stohl Advanced Research and Development). The Austrian outfit will provide powertrain kits for the series, that will be installed into existing steel-body, four-wheel drive rallycross Supercar type machines. The powertrain will include three motors, one ...Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] Las Vegas opens eNASCAR Heat Pro League Playoffs
The first round of the eNASCAR Heat Playoffs was held Wednesday night with Josh Harbin (ThAbEaR_95) picking up his second win of the season for Leavine Family Gaming in the Playstation 4 division. Harbin started second and remained near the front in the action-packed race featuring all 14 drivers competing on NASCAR Heat 4 for the first time. Harbin took the lead with four laps to go and ...Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] Joey Logano "more confident" than the start of 2018 title run
Logano won just one race before the start of the 2018 playoffs, but added two more victories in the playoffs, including the season finale at Homestead, which handed him his first series championship. While Logano wasn’t the favorite in the title hunt – Kyle Busch, Kevin Harvick and Martin Truex Jr. had won far more races – Logano produced when it mattered most. “Last year at this ...Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] Turkey WRC: Citroen holds 1-2 after Friday stages
Lappi excelled on the rain-affected second running of the 38km Cetibeli stage in his C3, despite being on the hard tyre which was ill-suited to the cooler wet weather. The Finn set the second fastest time in that stage, behind only Thierry Neuville, who had been forced by a slow puncture to change to three medium tyres just before Cetibeli, helping him to set a time 7.6s quicker than ...Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] Hansen skipping Latvia RX round for reality show
Hansen is filming in Greece for the Swedish programme Mastarnas mastare (Champion of champions), which pitches 10 retired champions from different sporting disciplines against each other, to be aired next year. The Swede’s Team Hansen MJP squad currently leads the World RX teams’ standings by 33 points, with its drivers, Hansen’s sons Timmy and Kevin, tied for second in the drivers’ ...Keep reading View the full article
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[autosport] Seven-time champion Jimmie Johnson favours NASCAR stay beyond 2020
Seven-time NASCAR Cup Series champion Jimmie Johnson says he is "favouring more years" in the series if he is "forced to make a decision" by Hendrick Motorsports View the full article
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[motorsport] Turkey WRC: Lappi grabs the early advantage
Lappi set the fastest time in the Cetibeli stage – 5.6s quicker than second-placed Andreas Mikkelsen – and fifth-fastest in the final stage of the morning was enough to hold off the charging advances of Toyota’s Jari-Matti Latvala. Latvala set the pace in two of the three stages included in the loop, but expecting loose rocks on the road he exhibited caution around Cetibeli, dropping 17 ...Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] Dakar legend Coma to serve as Alonso's co-driver
Coma, 42, won the Dakar title on two wheels five times for KTM between 2006 and 2015 in a career that spanned the event's African and South American eras, and stood down from active competition following his final title. He then joined the Dakar organisation itself as sporting director, a role he filled for three editions before quitting following the 2018 event. Coma was alongside Alonso ...Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] NASCAR Las Vegas complete weekend schedule
The schedule is subject to change. All times Eastern Daylight Savings Time (EDT). Friday, September 13th 11:05 a.m. Truck Series final practice (None) 3:35 p.m. Xfinity Series practice (NBCSN) 4:35 p.m. Cup Series practice (NBCSN) 5:35 p.m. Truck Series qualifying (FS1) 6:35 p.m. Xfinity Series final practice (NBCSN) 7:30 p.m. Cup Series final practice (NBCSN) 9 p.m ...Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] Kyle Busch wants to 'seal the deal' in Homestead this year
Since the Cup Series went to a winner-takes-all season finale in 2014, Busch and Kevin Harvick have advanced to the title race the most times (four). Each has so far come away with a championship one time. Busch has made the finale the past four seasons and with 45 playoff points in hand as the 10-race title campaign kicks of Sunday at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, he is in good shape to make it ...Keep reading View the full article
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Top Jeep Wrangler Modifications
Top Jeep Wrangler Modifications. If you’re reading this post, there’s a good chance you’re ready to mod out your Jeep Wrangler but don’t quite know where to start. Don’t worry — you’ve come to the right place! Not only do you need the best mods, you also need top-notch service to match. We can provide both. Below is just a short list of the most popular modifications we offer for your Jeep Wrangler; don’t hesitate to ask us about others. Backup Cameras Although laws have been passed to require backup cameras on Jeep Wranglers made in 2018 and later, older models don’t have this feature built in. The good news is that there are plenty of options available when it comes to after-market backup cameras, and at plenty of different price points and resolutions. While rear view mirrors have been around for decades, accidents due to blind spots sometimes still happen. Backup cameras are a great feature for new drivers or those who are new to driving a Wrangler, especially if it’s modified to be larger, longer, or taller than the factory model. They allow drivers a clear view of what’s behind them and come in handy during inclement weather. Wiring can be tricky for this modification and it should be done by professionals with plenty of experience. Custom hoods and latches Jeep owners are as unique as their Wranglers, and their hoods should reflect those style and performance preferences. You have plenty of hood options, with choices ranging from sleek, plain steel or more intricate fiberglass designs. Make sure you settle on a hood that fits the make, model, sub-model and year of your Wrangler. On that note, you’ll want to upgrade hood latches as well. Factory latches are generally made out of stretchy rubber, and while it’s unlikely that your hood will fly off on the highway, the movement at faster speeds may seem worrisome. Upgrading your latches will give you peace of mind and even more security to protect any expensive aftermarket upgrades under the hood. Bumpers Okay, so your Jeep Wrangler already has bumpers, we get it. But those factory options probably won’t stand up to a collision or the wear and tear of offroading. Heavy duty bumper modifications are arguably one of the first mods you should invest in when you get your new Jeep. Bumpers also come in various sizes and designs; these are just a few options: Work with your professional install team to decide which style fits your Jeep best and which looks most aesthetically pleasing with your current and future modifications. Recovery winch and gear If you only choose one modification, let it be a recovery winch — especially if you’re interested in using your Jeep Wrangler for offroading. Winches are really the only way to get your Jeep out of a ditch or other tough spot Having one can be particularly handy if you’re off-roading with friends and they get stuck. . Along with a winch make sure you pick up extra gear like gloves, d-rings, and recovery straps that stretch and provide kinetic energy to pull cars from snow, mud, and sand. Bumper tow hooks, first-aid kits, and heavy duty jacks can also be incredibly useful. Terrain-appropriate tires Think beyond size and width when it comes to choosing something different than the factory tires that came with your Jeep Wrangler. Unless you plan on using your vehicle strictly for road driving, it’s a smart idea to choose a set of all-terrain (A/T) tires that adapt traction to the surface you’re driving on. These tires are made of a softer rubber than your factory set, so they can wear out faster; just beware of this fact when making your choice. Mud-terrain (M/T) tires are even softer than A/T tires and have tread that help spit out mud and gravel for aggressive traction on off-road trails. The downside to these tires is faster-than-normal tread wear and plenty of tire noise on pavement. Bias-ply tires are a third option to talk to your installer about; while they grip extremely well, they don’t perform well at all on the pavement. There are countless other interior and exterior mods to choose from, including new audio systems, lift kits, Jeep armor, racks, side steps… The list goes on and on! At Axleboy, we want every client to get the best customizations for their vehicle. We’re not your average shop. Instead of selling you anything and everything, we’ll make sure you only get upgrades that are truly important to you. Let’s get started modding out your new Jeep Wrangler! The post Top Jeep Wrangler Modifications appeared first on Axleboy Offroad - St Louis . View the full article
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[motorsport] Chase Elliott: "I know it's in us" to win a Cup championship
Elliott, 23, has now made the playoffs in each of his four fulltime seasons in Cup, but when this year’s 10-race battle for the championship kicks off Sunday at Las Vegas Motor Speedway, it will be the first time he enters having earned wins in the regular season. Thanks mostly to victories earlier this year at Talladega, Ala., and Watkins Glen, N.Y., Elliott begins the playoffs this year ...Keep reading View the full article
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[fourwheeler] Toyo Tires Trailpass Event Drew Hundreds to Hood River, Oregon, For Adventure-Based Fun
Hundreds of adventure rigs gathered in Hood River, Oregon, for the first Toyo Tires Trailpass event. Camping was encouraged on-site, vendors lined up to display their wares to the participants, skills clinics were scheduled throughout the day, and to top it off, the day finished with a raffle of epic proportion. There was no cost View the full article
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[foxsports]
The ‘War Room’ picks the 2019 NASCAR Cup Series champion
Adam Alexander, Larry McReynolds, Andy Petree, Regan Smith and Jamie McMurray debate who will be the 2019 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series champion. View the full article
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[motorsport] Sainz duo test Bathurst-winning Supercars Holden
The test came as part of a track day at Navarra in Spain featuring a number of cars from McLaren CEO Zak Brown's collection. Both current McLaren driver Sainz, and his two-time World Rally Champion father of the same name, cut laps in the ex-Holden Racing Team VE Commodore. Brown, who now owns the car, has also been behind the wheel today. "Everyone loved it, it's such a fun car to ...Keep reading View the full article
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[autosport] Bowyer still regrets not hitting Truex at NASCAR round in April
Stewart-Haas Racing driver Clint Bowyer says he still regrets not pushing Martin Truex Jr out of the way to win the Richmond NASCAR Cup Series round five months ago View the full article
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[motorsport] Price to consult doctor after experiencing numbness on comeback
The Australian returned to the seat of a Red Bull KTM at the Atacama Rally last week, marking his first serious outing since undergoing post-Dakar surgery on his badly injured wrist. He was competitive throughout the five-stage event, triumphing on the gruelling 300-plus kilometre fourth test. Price was ultimately classified fourth overall, behind winner Pablo Quintanilla, also returning ...Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] DiBenedetto: Joining Wood Brothers is "unbelievable"
DiBenedetto’s latest opportunity in the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series is an excellent example. Once veteran Paul Menard decided this summer he was going to step away from fulltime competition at the end of the year, Wood Brothers Racing asked him for his thoughts on a replacement. His answer: “Call Matt.” Team president Eddie Wood did just that, which resulted in Tuesday’s ...Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] Johnson: Open-wheel in plans, but not done with NASCAR
Johnson appeared on the 273rd edition of the Dale Jr. Download podcast and admitted that the “eye-opening” experience of testing a McLaren F1 car last November had switched his post-NASCAR ideas from off-road racing back to road course racing in open-wheel or sportscars. Johnson has expressed an eagerness to try road courses in an IndyCar and his hero, Indy car legend Rick Mears, has said he ...Keep reading View the full article
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[fourwheeler] Perfect Pitch—A 1979 IH Scout Restomod That Hits All The Right Notes
Defining “restoration” and “restomod” is difficult for some, but not Joe Torres. He knew exactly what he wanted in a “Day 2” Scout—lots of pure ’70s sex appeal and a buildup that offered technological upgrades with a retro flavor. Despite being a Ford Research and Advanced Products Development Engineer working on the most cutting-edge new View the full article
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[fourwheeler] Four Wheeler Magazine’s Readers’ Letters
1. The Eagle Has Landed Hope you like these pictures of my ’80 Eagle Sport with a 2-inch lift, 28×8.50×15 Super Swampers, and Weber 38 carb. We road-tripped it after four days of ownership from my home state of Ohio 3,200 miles across 18 states to the coast so we could ship it to our View the full article