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[fourwheeler] Corbeau’s Low-bolster Trailcat Seats Bring Support and Comfort to Your Jeep
If there’s one way to spruce up an interior, it’s with a new set of seats. A new pilot’s chair can change the whole feel of your Jeep, and there are a lot of seats out there that will hold you in place. The problem is that most of these aftermarket options are modeled after View the full article
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[fourwheeler] Cool New Products for Your Jeep
JL Rack It Rugged Ridge introduces a new hardtop roof rack for ’18-’20 Jeep Wrangler JL Unlimited models. The rack features a low-profile design that extends just 6 inches over the factory hardtop. The basket measures 50 inches wide by 63 inches in length, but it does not interfere with use of the factory Freedom View the full article
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[motorsport] The 2020 Cup Series rookie class ready for 'next chapter'
Over the weekend, NASCAR celebrated the Xfinity Series championship of Tyler Reddick in Charlotte, N.C., as well as recognized the achievement of the three other drivers – Christopher Bell, Cole Custer and Justin Allgaier – who competed with him for the title at Homestead. Three of the Xfinity Championship 4 will meet next season in the Cup Series, all competing for 2020 rookie of the year ...Keep reading View the full article
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[fourwheeler] Episode 96 of The Truck Show Podcast: SEMA Show 2019, Part 3
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] Best Starter Overland Vehicles
If you’re just getting into overlanding and are looking for the best starter overland vehicles to build you want a vehicle that is rugged and capable, has enough room for your overlanding gear and equipment, and maybe had a good level of aftermarket support for things like suspension systems, racks, bumpers, and other aftermarket gear View the full article
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[motorsport] Gallery: Jimmie Johnson's seven NASCAR Cup Series titles
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[fourwheeler] Cool New Products For Your 4x4
Parts Rack JT Regear Yukon Gear & Axle now offers replacement ring-and-pinion axle gears for the ’20 Jeep Gladiator. Jeep Gladiator enthusiasts are now able to upgrade to Yukon gears with a choice of ratio options, including 3.45, 4.11, 4.56, 4.88, 5.13, and 5.38. In addition to Jeep JL, JK, and Gladiator front and rear View the full article
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[fourwheeler] Meet the 20 Participants of the 2019 TireRack.com Overland Adventure East!
Well, that was fast! The Four Wheeler Overland Adventure in Arizona was barely a memory and we were already getting ready to pack up for the inaugural East Coast version, since the one out West was such a hit! The TireRack.com Overland Adventure East headed to the Mid-Atlantic region October 7-10, 2019, traveling mainly off-road View the full article
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[autosport] Jimmie Johnson's call to quit NASCAR 'not a retirement from racing'
Jimmie Johnson will not retire from racing when he leaves the NASCAR Cup Series at the end of the 2020 season, although he has ruled out an IndyCar switch View the full article
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[fourwheeler] 2022 Tesla Cybertruck: Wired for Off-Road and Capability
Were you expecting the 2022 Tesla Cybertruck to be a Honda Ridgeline with batteries? Did you expect Tesla to play is safe and work off the same template that Rivian has been shopping around? Did you expect a vehicle with more range and capability than a Bollinger B2? What exactly did you expect? We View the full article
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[fourwheeler] Five to Watch at the 2019 SCORE Baja 1000
The 2019 SCORE Baja 1000 is about to get underway in Ensenada and there are already problems before the race even begins. A healthy dumping of rain has created major headaches for SCORE race officials. There are several sections on the course that have washed out due to flooding. An executive decision has been made View the full article
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[motorsport] Johnson asserts "this is not retirement from racing"
Johnson hasn't missed a Cup race since November, 2001, but that streak will end following next season. Although it will be the end of his career as a full-time Cup driver, it won't be a retirement from racing. "No, I'm wide open this is not a retirement from from driving race cars," he said in a press conference Thursday. "This is slowing down from 38 weekends a year and you certainly know ...Keep reading View the full article
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Johnson ready to end NASCAR grind and move on with life
Jimmie Johnson ready to end NASCAR grind and move on with life View the full article
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[motorsport] Denny Hamlin undergoes successful shoulder surgery
Hamlin revealed earlier this month that he would undergo shoulder surgery during the offseason in order to repair a torn labrum in his shoulder. Read Also: Denny Hamlin to have offseason shoulder surgery The discomfort did not preclude him from winning his way into the final four and battling for the 2019 championship, ultimately placing fourth in the standings after a ...Keep reading View the full article
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Top 5 moments of Jimmie Johnson's NASCAR career
A look at Jimmie Johnson's Top 5 moments of his NASCAR Cup Series career View the full article
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[motorsport] Lappi shocked by Citroen's WRC withdrawal
The Finn, who was teammate to Sebastien Ogier in the Versailles-based squad, says he intends to fight for one of the remaining M-Sport seats left next season. "I read the rumours, but I was expecting it to be more related to Seb, to be honest," Lappi told Motorsport.com. "I tried to get some info from [team boss] Pierre [Budar] earlier, but he didn't really give me anything. I thought ...Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] Myatt Snider to debut in Xfinity Series in 2020 with RCR
The team announced Thursday that Snider, 24, would run a partial schedule in the Xfinity Series in 2020 with sponsorship from TaxSlayer. His first race will be the Feb. 15 season opener at Daytona International Speedway. “I am thrilled to be driving for Richard Childress Racing in 2020,” Snider said. “It’s an honor to drive for a team with such a rich history in the sport, and I’m ...Keep reading View the full article
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[fourwheeler] How-To: Buy the Best Tires for Your Jeep
Tires, donuts, rubber, treads—whatever you call them—they are one of the very first big decisions made when upgrading your Jeep. New tires are an important decision that should be made carefully since your Jeep will rely on them for many miles. We’re going to look at three basic types of tires that are most widely View the full article
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[motorsport] Latvia to remain on World RX calendar after all
Part of World RX since 2016, the Latvian round had been in doubt due to uncertainty over government funding for the event. Having requested more time from World RX promotor IMG to secure enough support, the RA Events-run event will take up its now-traditional slot on the calendar as the ninth round, on September 19 – 20 next year. The event name will switch from being the World RX of ...Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] Ogier opens up on why he decided to quit Citroen
Citroen's cited Ogier's departure for Toyota, which is set to be announced on Monday, as the reason for its withdrawal from the WRC in an announcement made on Wednesday. The six-time champion was surprised at the wording of Citroen's communication, saying he was concerned about the message Citroen had sent to other competitors in the WRC. Ogier told Motorsport.com: "Maybe communication ...Keep reading View the full article
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[motorsport] Extreme E car to make Dakar 2020 appearance
Ahead of its inaugural season scheduled for 2021, the XE off-road electric SUV will first participate in the shakedown ahead of January’s Dakar Rally, which will take place in Saudi Arabia for the first time in 2020. The XE car will then join the full field of competitors in the last stage - which will take place between Haradh and the Qiddiyah finishing point on January 17th. Alejandro ...Keep reading View the full article
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[fourwheeler] Long-Term Test Third Report: 2019 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon
We’re well into our third quarter living with this ’19 Wrangler Rubicon Unlimited powered by the 2.0L turbocharged 268hp, 295–lb-ft engine. In addition to some stunning mileage numbers, great suspension performance, and a high level of interior comfort, another compliment we will heap on the winner of our 2019 Four Wheeler SUV of the Year View the full article
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[fourwheeler] Oceano (Pismo) Dunes SVRA Closing
A section of the Oceano Dunes SVRA (Pismo Dunes) on the central coast of California is closing to off-roading and camping. The decision came down November 18, 2019 from the San Luis Obispo County Air Pollution Control District (APCD), claiming that the area has one of the country’s worst air quality. San Luis Obispo County’s View the full article
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[motorsport] NASCAR industry reacts to Jimmie Johnson's retirement
Fellow competitors and other NASCAR officials were quick to offer their thoughts about Johnson’s Hall of Fame-worthy career. Here is a sampling of the responses: Douglas Boles, president of Indianapolis Motor Speedway “Jimmie Johnson has set a standard for excellence on track that few will ever match in NASCAR history. His legend is secure with a record-tying seven Cup Series titles ...Keep reading View the full article
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[autosport] Jimmie Johnson will retire from the NASCAR Cup Series at end of 2020
Seven-time NASCAR champion and Hendrick Motorsports driver Jimmie Johnson will retire from the Cup Series at the conclusion of the 2020 season View the full article