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Jack Miller will return to the Suzuka 8 Hours with Yamaha Factory Racing in July, joining Katsuyuki Nakasuga and Andrea Locatelli on the factory YZF-R1 as Yamaha targets its first victory in the Japanese endurance classic since 2018. The post Jack Miller back on Yamaha’s factory R1 for Suzuka 8 Hours appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

While Bonneville gets the most fame and attention, and is the most iconic land speed racing location on earth, the dry lake bed at El Mirage is home to land speed racing and arguably the toughest spot to set a record. Winning an SCTA championship requires really good performances on the silty dirt lakebed, and is an accomplishment that any veteran land speed racer really respects. Setting a record on the salt at Bonneville is really tough, but El Mirage is tougher yet. When we saw that our friends at Gearhead Hobbies had gotten their 2025 SCTA El Mirage highlight video posted this morning we knew we had to share it. Check out all the action below. Video Description: Highlights from the 2025 season of Land Speed Racing on El Mirage dry lake bed. This 30 minute highlight roll captures some of the fastest, loudest, and most unique machines from the 2025 SCTA El Mirage Flying Mile season. From hot rods and motorcycles to streamliners and high horsepower imports, racers from across the country came to the lakebed chasing one thing — more speed. Speeds approaching 300 MPH Real grassroots land speed racing Racing on dirt at the legendary El Mirage Dry Lake If you’re into roll racing, top speed builds, Bonneville, or motorsports history, this is a side of racing you need to see. Featuring: • Flying mile speed runs • Vintage and modern race cars • Custom motorcycles • Streamliners • Pit footage and lakebed atmosphere • Youngest person to achieve 200 MPH • Pure top speed competition SCTA-BNI racing is also one of the only places you can witness machines like the world’s fastest 2JZ-powered Nissan 240 pushing the limits on dirt. El Mirage Dry Lake, California Southern California Timing Association The post Land Speed Racers Chasing Speed at El Mirage: Here Are The 2025 Southern California Timing Association Season Highlights! appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

Lee Hartman has been a serious contender throughout the past three seasons in the NHRA Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown Series. In a class that is a serious battle between Fords, Chevrolets and Dodges Hartman has raced to several final rounds in his Dodge Drag Pak but the racer from Canfield, Ohio, is still looking for his first win. This season to bolster his chance, Hartman’s son Matthew has joined the class racing his own Chevrolet COPO Camaro and the Hartman combo is starting to pick up some momentum heading to the Gerber Collision and Glass Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by Peak, this weekend at Rt. 66 Raceway. “It’s great having my son Matthew on the team and to have someone else to help in the cause,” said Hartman. “He is doing great and who wouldn’t be proud of having their son beside you learning how to get it done. I’m really proud of how quickly he’s gaining the knowledge, skills and abilities to take that racecar down the track.” Heading into Chicago, Hartman is optimistic that his first career Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown win is right around the corner. “Every race I go into I think this could be the first win, but there has always been something in the way so far,” said Hartman, who has been racing in the Flexjet Factory Stock class since 2020. “There is always something to address, and we are just working our way through the issues and getting closer to that first win. We have several cars that we’ve been working on, so right now it’s going to be side by side to the finish line. We’ll continue to make things better, bigger, stronger and faster. Racing in Chicago, that’s a really nice facility.” For the younger Hartman the chance to race with his father has been a dream come true. While they are racing different platforms in competition the teamwork in the pits makes them a very tough duo. Through the first two races the second-generation driver has equipped himself well advancing out of the first round in both of his first two starts. “It’s been great,” said Matthew Hartman. “I have been very fortunate to have a good team behind me with my dad and Stanfield Racing. In Gainesville, I was fortunate to test before the race and that allowed me to get some more runs on the car. I had never even been to a four-wide track before the Charlotte race. I’m proud of what we’ve done so far through a little perseverance, working on some things with my driving and staying steady, working on the car. I am just happy to have the opportunity to do what I’ve been doing.”The Chevrolet COPO Camaro Hartman has been driving during his rookie season has been a smooth transition. While his father is wheeling a Dodge Challenger Drag Pak, Hartman’s COPO has been getting the job done on the track. “Getting to drive this Chevrolet COPO Camaro is one of those things that kind of just came together,” said Hartman, who will be racing in his third NHRA national event in the Flexjet sponsored series. “Anthony Troyer was wrapping up his operation, and we were able to take over. We were already comfortable with Camaros. I am comfortable in the racecar, and it feels like I’ve been racing it for way longer than two races. I wouldn’t say I’m a Chevy or Dodge guy yet. I think I’m still too early to decide from the racing aspect. I love all three of these manufacturers.” The weekend in Chicago will be the third race for the Hartman father and son to be joining forces. The camaraderie between them is nothing new to the category that boasts three sets of fathers and sons racing together. In addition to the Hartmans, Jason and Taylor Dietsch are racing as well as two-time Flexjet World Champion Mark Pawuk and his son Kyle. For Matthew Hartman the chance to spend time on and off the track with his dad is a great opportunity. “Getting to race with my dad is one of those moments that I only dreamed about,” said Hartman. “It feels like just yesterday, but six years ago, he and I were going to Indy for his first race. I was his crew chief at 16 years old, trying to figure out how to help him pack a parachute. I just remember going to multiple races each season and thinking, man, it would be cool if I could be side by side, racing him. I can’t express how grateful I am for the opportunity, and it’s just one of those things that you only prayed could happen and here I am living it.” While the Hartmans will be looking for their first wins, defending event champion Jason Dietsch will be focused on jumpstarting his 2026 Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown Series season. Last year Dietsch scored an unusual double up win, capturing his first Flexjet Factory Stock win on Saturday during the rain delayed Gatornationals and then on Sunday he turned on four more win lights to win the Chicago national event. It was a whirlwind weekend and Dietsch is hoping to recapture that magic at Rt. 66 Raceway this weekend. “Last year was just unforgettable,” said Dietsch, who raced to a runner-up finish at the Charlotte Four-Wide Nationals. “I mean, to go there and we have never won a Wally, and we leave with two Wallys as well as the Gatornationals trophy and the Globe trophy.” A strong finish in Charlotte has Dietsch confident he can get another win outside the Windy City. “I’m pretty confident and I think I have a better car now than I did last year,” said Dietsch. “This will be our fifth race of the year and second Flexjet Factory Stock race. The Chicago track has always have been good to me. I don’t know why. I really like the track. It’s a shame that track doesn’t get used more. It’s just an awesome place to race and it is close to home.” The Flexjet $1,000 bounty will be in play with Charlotte Four-Wide Nationals winner Jason Allegrucci trying to hold off a host of tough competitors. If Allegrucci can go undefeated in Chicago the bounty will double to $2,000 heading to the next event in Norwalk, Ohio. Qualifying will get underway on Friday for the Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown Series at 12:15 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. On Saturday one more round of qualifying at 11:10 a.m. will set the 16-car field. The Fords, Chevrolets and Dodges will roll into the first round of eliminations on Saturday evening and wrap up with three more elimination rounds on Sunday. For information on the Route 66 Nationals visit www.nhra.com. This story was originally published on May 12, 2026. The post Hartman Father-Son Combo Looks to Take Win at Flexjet Factory Stock Showdown in Chicago first appeared on Drag Illustrated. 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Anyone that works on cars and trucks is familiar with Torx fasteners and bits, as are anyone who’s done any DIY, deck, fence, or construction projects in recent years. There are some big reasons why Torx are great, like their ability to transfer big torque with little stress on the fastener, but man when things go wrong they usually go wrong in the most frustrating way possible. Torx bits seem to be made so you will have to replace them more often than anyone would expect, and some of them seem to come apart with an insanely low amount of torque. So which bits are best, what are the challenges they face, and why do you care? Check out the video below to learn more. Video Description: LIFETIME OF TOOL RANKINGS: https://torquetestchannel.etsy.com/li… Today, 3 years in the making, we finally test torx bit sockets to failure to find the best brand and do a deep dive into Torx and why while its known by engineers to be the best it also sucks so damn often. Including today brands like Wera, Snap-On, Ko-Ken, Tekton, VIM, Gripedge, Milwaukee, Wiha, Pittsburgh and ICON. 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 Why Is Torx So Bad And So Good At The Same Time? Testing Torx Bits And Explaining How They REALLY Work. appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

Shannon is back at the fab work on the FJ40, with the rear bumper done, it’s time for fender flares. But these aren’t just any flares, as they will tie into the bumper out back for strength. There is a lot of fabrication going on in this one, so we hope it inspires you to get out there and start cutting and welding something on your ride this week. Shannon and Jess are moving right along on the FJ40 and things just keep getting better. If you like a Landcruiser, you’ll dig this one. But if restored to factory is your jam, this one might not be quite up your alley. We dig them all, so we are in. If you missed this FJ40 project that Shannon Campbell is working on, we’ve got a link below, but if you are back for the next installment in this build series you are in luck as well. I think this is going to be a fun project, because I love FJ40s, but if you have any ideas of building a custom chassis for your FJ or Jeep, you should check this one out. CLICK HERE IF YOU MISSED ANY OF THE UPDATES ON THIS FJ40 PROJECT SO FAR The post FJ40 Land Cruiser Custom Fabrication: Custom Fender Flares Built For Punishment! Truly Custom Fabrication. appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

As fans arrive at the Route 66 NHRA Nationals presented by PEAK, there will be no question who is driving the energy around one of the NHRA Mission Foods Drag Racing Series’ marquee events. From title sponsorship of the race weekend to a strong on-track presence with John Force Racing’s PEAK-backed Funny Car team, PEAK is once again making its hometown event a centerpiece of its motorsports marketing efforts. Now, PEAK is taking that fan engagement even further through their continued partnership with Drag Race Bracket Bonanza (DRBB), the free-to-play bracket game that has become a weekly destination for drag racing fans across the country. “PEAK has fully embraced the idea of creating an immersive fan experience around the Route 66 Nationals,” said DRBB creator Elon Werner. “What started as a race sponsorship has evolved into a much bigger collaboration focused on connecting with fans in multiple ways throughout race weekend. DRBB gives PEAK a unique platform to engage both hardcore drag racing fans and newer fans who are discovering the sport through interactive experiences.” Following a successful activation in previous seasons, PEAK and DRBB are raising the stakes for 2026 with expanded prizes, fan competitions and social media integrations designed to increase engagement throughout race weekend. In addition to awarding prize packs to the five plaque winners in the global DRBB league, PEAK will once again reward the winner of the growing #PEAKSquad league, a dedicated community built around PEAK’s most passionate fans and supporters. The #PEAKSquad league has continued to gain momentum throughout the season, and PEAK plans to make it a major focal point during its hometown event in Chicago. Guests attending the Route 66 Nationals with PEAK will be encouraged to compete in the league and participate in fan activities tied to DRBB. “Our #PEAKSquad community is one of the most important parts of our motorsports program,” said Brian Bohlander, Director of Marketing – Sports & Partnerships for Old World Industries. “We’ve spent years building authentic relationships with fans both online and at the racetrack. DRBB gives us another way to interact with that community in real time during race day, while creating fun competition and deeper engagement around the NHRA experience.” As part of the weekend’s fan-focused programming, PEAK and DRBB will also team up with influencers Alex and Nick Taylor. The Taylors will complete their own Route 66 Nationals brackets, which will be revealed publicly on social media after bracket selections lock on Sunday morning. Five players who outperform the Taylor’s brackets by the conclusion of eliminations will receive a special certificate. Additionally, DRBB will be randomly choosing 5 players who fill out brackets to receive Brittany Force PEAK dragster diecasts.“Our players have always shown incredible support for the brands that help make DRBB possible,” said Werner. “Because the game is free to play, partnerships are essential to helping us continue growing. PEAK has consistently looked for creative ways to maximize every opportunity within DRBB, from custom leagues and social activations to fan engagement initiatives and polling insights. Seeing sponsors embrace the platform at this level shows how much DRBB has evolved from a simple idea into a meaningful part of the NHRA fan experience.” Headquartered in the Chicago suburb of Northbrook, Old World Industries (OWI) continues to be a leading manufacturer of automotive products under its PEAK and BlueDEF brands. The company has been a major sponsor in the NHRA for more than three decades, including as an official partner since the 2013 season. PEAK has also been a longtime sponsor of John Force Racing, which in 2026 includes Top Fuel driver Josh Hart and Funny Car drivers Jack Beckman, Alexis DeJoria and Jordan Vandergriff. DRBB players will have the chance to fill out their brackets for the Route 66 Nationals when qualifying ends at Route 66 Raceway on Saturday, May 16. They will then have until the first round of eliminations begins on Sunday, May 17 at 11 a.m. CST to submit their picks. Fans can follow DRBB on social media for cool stats, prize updates, and info on Twitter/X at @dragracebb or @DragRaceBracketBonanza on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube. And they can watch the NHRA broadcast on FS1. This story was originally published on May 12, 2026. The post Drag Race Bracket Bonanza Partners with Peak in Chicago first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

Wow what a score this one will be for someone. With less than 70,000 miles on the odometer, and interior and paint that look near mint, this big block 2500 Suburban will make a great family cruiser and tow rig for someone not afraid of today’s gas prices. It’s got a Big Block, TH400, and 3.73 geared 14 bolt, can tow 10,000 lbs and seats 9 people. That means you can load the boat, and all your family, and head out to the lake for a fun day on the water. And while $23k isn’t cheap, and I’m sure there is a little wiggle room there, this isn’t going to be a cheap truck. With low miles, recent service, great paint, and great interior, this one is going to be hard to duplicate. Especially in a 2500 with all the good stuff. Check it out in the photos below and if you want to contact the seller you can do that throught the link below. CLICK HERE TO SEE THE ORIGINAL AD AND TO CONTACT THE SELLER AD INFORMATION: 1985 Square Body 3/4 Ton Suburban. 454-4 brrl, 373 Rear end. Heavy Duty Excellent Tow Vehicle!Excellent condition. Low miles. Runs great, drives great! Clean CarFax, Clean Title in hand. Brand new tires, new dual exhaust with FlowMasters-Sounds Great!! Interior is beautiful -9 passenger. Fresh oil change, trans & rear differential service. Fully serviced with long list of work. Paint is very presentable-a 7 out of 10. Undercarriage is spotless. Vehicle spent its entire life in Arkansas. $23,950 or Best Offer. Cash or Verifiable Cashiers Check Only. Additional pics available upon request. Brownwood, Texas. Not a dealer. The post Marketplace Find: This Survivor 1985 Chevrolet Suburban 2500 Is Big Block Powered Gold! Big Block, TH400, 3.73, And 68K miles! appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

Chip Foose is no stranger to cool cars, whether in the project stage or finished or anywhere in between. But what you might not think about is that Chip is a hot rodder just like the rest of us and when he gets the chance to check out a cool collection of projects and parts and pieces, he’s going to jump at it. And in this particular video you are going to see him check out the collection of Allen Decker and boy are we glad he made this visit. This is the kind of collection of cars and trucks and gearhead “stuff” that just makes you smile. I know that everyone watching is going to want to know prices and availability on a ton of this stuff, and I don’t blame them. Watch the video, check out all the cool stuff, and let us know which one you want to buy and finish up. BTW, this is just the first of three videos from the Decker collection, so stay tuned for more! Video Description: Today I took a trip to Allen Deckers collection, which is home to some of the craziest barn finds I’ve ever seen! This is going to be part 1 to a 3 part series, because there was just too much on this property to cover in one video. Allen’s son, Jake takes us around the property and gives us the stories on how each of these vintage vehicles ended up in their possession. The atmosphere at this ranch really feels like you’ve gone through a time capsule. Everything is vintage. It really is a hot rodders heaven. From old military vehicles to classic telephone booths, this place has everything you could ask for. Jake gave us an awesome tour, and I could spend days looking at everything on this property. Let me know which part of this farm is your favorite, and which piece I should buy and bring back to Foose Design to work on! The post My Best BARN FIND Yet? Chip Foose Explores A Hot Rodders Collection And Finds One He Just Can’t Believe. appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

Lance Knigge surfaced a rarely referenced rule Saturday when he potentially won a round but his car flew over the finish line beams.View the full article

Krista Baldwin makes her return to NHRA Top Fuel. Her dragster will have a special Chris “The Greek” Karamesines theme for the Joliet event.View the full article

While everyone else builds 150-horsepower land missiles, Chinese manufacturer Zongshen made something people might actually use. View the full article

BMW has a number of new motorcycles coming soon, with one seemingly being a performance-oriented bagger on the K1600 platform. But is that what this is?View the full article

A recent post on social media went viral, as it depicted a motorcycle dangling precariously from a traffic light pole, with many asking how that happened. Now, with security footage, we know. View the full article

KLIM has just launched an in-house-developed armor, which is made to tackle the problems adventure riders face. Alongside it is updated gear and an all-new helmet.View the full article

Suzuki’s new SV-7GX lands in France with approachable ergonomics, crossover styling, and a surprisingly reasonable price tag. View the full article

A meticulously reimagined interpretation of BMW’s legendary air-cooled boxer platform, this 1994 BMW R100R cafe racer by Diamond Atelier represents the fusion of classic Bavarian engineering and contemporary custom craftsmanship. Now offered on Bring a Trailer, the machine showcases the Munich marque’s durable R-series architecture transformed into an aggressively modernized performance-oriented build with unmistakable visual presence. Originally based on the R100R platform, the motorcycle has been comprehensively modified with a handcrafted café-style tail section, a Walzwerk subframe, and a black-and-gold […] The post FOR SALE: 1994 BMW R100R Cafe Racer by Diamond Atelier appeared first on Return of the Cafe Racers. View the full article

Carhartt has, in recent years, become a fashion brand beloved by streetwear aficionados. But its working-class roots are still present, and the brand's partnership with Ford, and is baked into this special edition F-Series Super Duty.View the full article

Davey Todd will miss the 2026 Isle of Man TT after being declared medically unfit due to injuries sustained at the Daytona 200, adding to the blow of also missing the North West 200. The post Davey Todd ruled out of 2026 Isle of Man TT appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Moto News Weekly Wrap May 12, 2026 What’s New: 2027 FIM Oceania Speedway confirmed for Gillman WSX 2026 field starts to take shape FIM Intercontinental Games move to Brazil Boughen wins FIM Flat Track debut Mulford reclaims FIM Long Track U23 crown 2026 AusProMX Round Three – Gillman Wrap 2026 AMA SX Round 17 – […] The post Moto News | WSX | Flat & Long Track | AusProMX | SX appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Choosing oil for a motorcycle rarely gets the attention it deserves, yet it shapes how the engine feels day to day. Riders often learn this the hard way. The question tends to surface during routine servicing or when weighing up the right motorcycle engine oil in NZ, where conditions can shift without much warning. However, the right choice is less about brand loyalty and more about knowing what your engine is asking for. The right choice is less about brand […] The post How to Choose the Right Oil for Your Motorcycle Engine appeared first on Return of the Cafe Racers. View the full article

With average gas prices in the country in the $4.50 range today, it’s no wonder folks are trying to get better gas mileage right now. For many of the drivers across the country it is going to depend on what you drive as to how much mileage improvement you can see with some of these tips and tricks. If you drive a truck, like jillions of other Americans that have no need for one, then making improvements of just a couple miles per gallon can have a big impact on the percentage of gain you get from some of these. While someone that drives a car or truck that actually gets decent mileage already might only see a couple percent gain with the same actual mileage improvement. So what things really work when it comes to increasing mileage? There are a lot of different products and practices that will make a difference, but how much is that difference? Watch the video below and see what it takes to make a 22.4% increase in gas mileage. Video Description: Fuel-saving devices were tested to see whether they actually improve fuel efficiency across multiple drives and several different vehicles. We also installed and tested a high-flow exhaust system and a cold air intake system, then compared those results against common MPG claims. Other fuel-saving methods were analyzed as well, including inflating tires to the maximum recommended pressure and slowing down to improve fuel economy. The goal was simple: find out what really works, what barely helps, and what might just be a waste of money. Products Tested: High Flow Exhaust, Cold Air Intake, SUPERCHIPS FLASHPAQ Tuner, Ferox Fuel Additives, Obdiicats, Turbonator, ecoOBD2, nitroOBD2, and the NeoSocket. I purchased all the Fuel Saving Devices to ensure an unbiased review. So, thank you for supporting the channel. The post Did Project Farm Really Improve Gas Mileage by 22.4%! Don’t Get Scammed and Do What Works! appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

Round 2 of the FIA World Endurance Championships was held at SPA, aka Circuit of Spa-Francorchamps in Belgium, and did not disappoint. This is an epic race track, and the action here is always great, and this series is fun to watch. Check out all the racing action highlights in the video below and let us know what you think. Video Description: The race highlights of the TotalEnergies 6 Hours of Spa-Francorchamps 2026, round 2 of the FIA WEC. The official YouTube channel of the FIA World Endurance Championship. The FIA World Endurance Championship is the world’s premier international sportscar championship, contested over eight rounds across North America, Europe, Asia and the Middle East. With multiple cars across two categories (Hypercar and LMGT3) all on track at the same time, the WEC is a sports car extravaganza that offers action, overtakes, excitement and entertainment for fans worldwide. Watch FIAWEC+ here: https://plus.fiawec.com/en/login. Your global home of live and on-demand coverage for the FIA World Endurance Championship, including the legendary 24 Hours of Le Mans, the European Le Mans Series, and the Michelin Le Mans Cup. Watch every FIA WEC race, wherever you are in the world. The post FIA World Endurance Championships Highlights From TotalEnergies 6 Hours of SPA – Wheel To Wheel Racing Action appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

This is a cool episode of Capturing Car Culture if you are like us and love to see factory and how its made videos. I’ve been on several automotive assembly plant tours and can tell you that regardless of what they are building it is fun to watch. But this assembly line and area are a bit different than the norm, because rather than spending seconds per station, these cars are being built to go fast and that means putting them together slowly. The GR line of Toyotas are special built performance vehicles, and while most folks probably think they just take an off the line Yaris or Corolla and slap a few extra parts on, that is NOT the case. In fact, these cars get more welds, more structural adhesive, and a bunch of upgraded parts and that means these cars start off as parts that come together into a GR Corolla or Yaris, not a production car that gets modified. In typical Larry Chen fashion, you’ll get access you wouldn’t otherwise have and as always he delivers the scoop. Check it out below. Video Description: For the first time, Toyota has allowed cameras inside the Toyota GR factory, giving you an exclusive look at how every GR model is prepared, assembled, and tested before release. The plant relies more on human craftsmanship than robotics to ensure the quality and consistency expected from Gazoo Racing. Larry is also given an impromptu ride in a prototype mid-engine Toyota GR Yaris on Toyota’s private test track. He even gets access inside the MN Garage, an area not even most employees are allowed to visit. A true look behind the curtain and a rare insight into Toyota’s passion for motorsport. Get a Quote Today: http://hagerty.com The post Capturing Car Culture With Larry Chen: First Cameras Allowed in Toyota’s GR Factory: Minimal robots & More Humans appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

When the Indian Scout first rolled out in 1920, it didn't just move people—it started a revolution. Designed by Charles B. Franklin, the original Scout was a marvel of low-slung agility and reliability. Fast forward nearly a century, and under the stewardship of Polaris, the modern Scout has returne... View the full article

Summit Motorsports Park hosted the inaugural Turn & Burn drag-and-drive. We've got the event recap that features all the winners. View the full article