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Street Car Takeover in Atlanta was a huge event and the racing action on pit lane of the Super Speedway was hot and heavy. We’ve been doing the same thing at LSFest Texas for the last few years, so I know what it takes to make that work right. And while the surface will take rubber over a weekend, this stuff is as raw as can be on day one so it takes a tune up to get down it fast. The 1320Video crew was on hand in Atlanta for Street Car Takeover and the video is below. Check it out, you’ll dig i

Harmless Fun? If you've ever come across those videos on various social media platforms of large crowds and cars doing donuts and showboating on public roads, then you've seen what a street takeover is. It's not a legal event by any means, and it poses a lot of safety issues, but street takeovers are usually easily dispersed once authorities arrive. A recent street takeover has gone viral for taking things too far. What started as a celebration of a special day turned into a violent takeover, en

With the success of Hot Rod Drag Week, which started in 2005, other Drag and Drive events started popping up around the world. While nobody in the United States wanted to put one on in the early days, until Matt Frost started Rocky Mountain Race Week, the Australians, Canadians, Swedes, and Brits were getting their own events going with great success as well. And when the Brits decided that they wanted their own version of Street Week in Sweden they decided that Street Weekend was right for them

They’ve got the band back together once again, but this time Freiburger and Finnegan are getting MULTIPLE youtube hero vehicles together as both the Limo Crew Cab dually AND Stubby Bob will be together on this one. What could possibly go wrong? Nothing if you listen to Finnegan, and everything if you listen to Freiburger. But we have faith in the dynamic duo and that means that we’re either in for some fun, excitement, or disappointment. Hell, maybe all three! I could tell you more, but where i

Getting stuck while off-roading is embarrassing and annoying enough, but one Jeep Wrangler driver in Florida has felt those emotions to the nth degree after his vehicle was cited as the cause of a massive forest fire. As reported by NBC's WESH (channel 2), a wildfire in the Ocala National Forest burned more than 20 acres after the off-roader ventured off a trail, got stuck in the mud, and its hot exhaust ignited dried grass. In other words, human error is responsible for decimating flora and cau

Fuel Economy Flex With electrification ramping up, several automakers have expanded not only their battery-electric vehicle lineups, but also their hybrid offerings, many of which deliver significantly better fuel economy than their gasoline-only counterparts. The Toyota Prius remains the benchmark in the non-plug-in hybrid segment with up to 57 mpg, with popular models such as the Honda Civic Hybrid and Toyota Corolla Hybrid not far behind. But over at Brigham Young University in Utah, a team o

Two Dangerous Habits Collide A recent study published by the IIHS has revealed a troubling trend on American roads. The study, based on real-world telematics data received from insurance providers’ safe driving apps, has shown that speeding drivers are more likely to be using their cell phones, and that cell phone usage actually increases as speeds go up. These findings challenge the assumption that drivers tend to use their phones at lower speeds or in slow-moving traffic, demonstrating instead

Frustration Behind The Wheel Reaches Peak Levels Most motorists are frustrated with what they encounter on the roads every day. A recent study analyzed driver behavior in 40 cities across America and found that most motorists believe improvement is needed in the overall quality of driving habits exhibited by others. But, crucially, there appears to be a lack of self-awareness regarding how individual contributions may be creating the frustration felt daily by millions of drivers across the count

An automotive investment Anyone with a truck lives with a simple fact: at some point, people will ask you for a favor involving your truck. They probably need help moving, or hauling something large to the dump, or maybe they’re just behind on their Costco shopping and need a truck bed for all the paper towels they’re about to buy. A new study shows many truck owners are getting wise to this and have started using their trucks for gig work. American Trucks says 7 in 10 truck owners have used the

The EV market is changing There’s been a tonal shift when it comes to EVs. It’s not an assertion, either. Ford has shifted its focus toward hybrids, as have several other automakers. Where we once thought electrification would dominate automakers’ lineups, we’re now seeing a regression to meet consumer demand. The expiration of federal tax credits dramatically dented EV sales and is something automakers point to as a reason they’re no longer as bullish on EVs. Now, a new study underscores that a

Purchasing a new car in person can be daunting for most buyers For most car buyers, walking into a car dealership to buy a new car can be the most nerve-wracking experience that they’ll ever feel, as it can feel like stepping into enemy territory. Apart from a house, a car may be the second-largest purchase that most Americans make, which can be a very daunting prospect. In today's digital world, there are many ways to buy a car from the comfort of your couch and without leaving home. For insta

2025 was a year defined by U.S. EV pushback Looking back, 2025 was a year where EVs took a back seat in America, as the Trump Administration systematically dismantled electric vehicle policies and reversed years of progress toward clean transportation. On his first day in office, President Trump paused billions in federal EV charging infrastructure funding and revoked Biden’s target for EVs to comprise half of new vehicle sales by 2030. The administration eliminated the $7,500 tax credit for new

In-car connectivity is a must these days Like most drivers, one of the first things you do after purchasing a vehicle (or renting one) is sync your phone so you can use CarPlay or Android Auto. In-car navigation and messaging are essential, and automakers' services are not very good, at least compared to what Apple and Google are already doing. Why big auto hasn’t taken notes from CarPlay and Android Auto, we’ll never know. A new study shows that the ability to use CarPlay or Android Auto in our

For the second year in a row, Subaru came in as the top-ranked marque in the annual Consumer Reports Auto Brand Report Card, the non-profit publication has announced. The Japanese automaker outranked not only Toyota and Honda – competitors normally known for their quality and reliability – but high-line luxury brands like Porsche, Mercedes-Benz, Lexus and second-ranked BMW. Kristen Brown

Subaru fans have spent years waiting for the legendary STI badge to make a proper comeback. While concepts like the STI S210 Prototype and wannabe trims such as the WRX STI Sport♯ have appeared in recent years, the current VB-generation WRX still hasn’t received a true STI variant. Adding to the growing list of “almost” performance specials is a new limited edition from Australia called the Subaru WRX Club Spec Evo. A Cult WRX Nameplate Returns

After lagging behind in the race to electrify its lineup, Subaru is finally catching up with a more diversified lineup. The new Forester Hybrid began rolling off the production line earlier this month, but Subaru is also expanding its EV range at a rapid rate. The Solterra was the first to arrive, and the new Trailseeker and Uncharted EVs are both arriving this spring. But a fourth Subaru EV is also coming, and it will be the automaker’s largest one yet. Related: Subaru’s Fastest Car Ever Isn’t

The Art Of Teasing Lately, Subaru has been the biggest automotive tease in the industry. Enthusiasts and brand loyalists have, from time to time, hoped for the return of truly iconic nameplates like the STi and other performance-focused models the brand is known for. Instead, what began as teasers and cryptic posts on official brand social media pages has become just another special edition of an already existing car. One of their latest teasers has just become a reality, although not a road car

Subaru is off to a slower start in 2026 than expected – a much slower start. And much of the blame is on one familiar nameplate. The Subaru Outback has undergone a major identity crisis, moving away from its long-standing wagon roots toward a more conventional SUV shape for its seventh generation. A recent Subaru sales report suggests buyers are not entirely on board. Too Much Change Isn't A Good Thing Subaru

If your favorite carmaker doesn’t make the model you actually want, what do you do? For one Subaru fan from northern Virginia, the answer was to take matters into his own hands. Stephen Ketelsen’s ideal ride is a modern WRX hatchback, but Subaru only makes a WRX sedan. This led to Ketelsen creating his own WRX hatchback, which combines the WRX powertrain with the body of a Crosstrek Ketelsen purchased back in 2020. After a lot of elbow grease and assistance from a Subaru specialty shop, the fina

Subaru and Japan Car of the Year Japan Car of the Year (JCOTY) has been around since 1980. The first winner was the Mazda Familia, which more seasoned individuals might know better as the Mazda GLC. Since then, Toyota and Honda have taken loads of wins with 15 and 14, respectively. From time to time, though, Subaru sneaks in to surprise the judges. Throughout JCOTY's history, Subaru has won it three times. They first got it in 2003 with the fourth-generation Legacy, which makes us even sadder to

The Forester Now Leans Hard on Value Last year, Subaru finally added a hybrid Forester, using Toyota’s proven hybrid system with Subaru’s own all-wheel drive. It was a big move for a brand that’s been slow to go electric, but the result kept the Forester in the running against other compact SUVs. Now, Subaru appears ready to double down. Following recently announced massive price cuts for the WRX, the automaker has turned its attention to one of its core nameplates. For 2026, the Forester lineup

Subaru Pickups: A (Very) Abridged History Subaru doesn't have a very long history when it comes to building pickups. They've only ever made two, but it's safe to say that they've been memorable at least in enthusiast circles. We are, of course, talking about the Brat and the Baja. The Brat, also known as the Brumby, was based on the Leone and made from 1978 to 1994, spanning two generations. It was discontinued in America in 1987, but continued elsewhere for seven more years. As for the Baja,

An Enthusiast's Brand Subaru is known for its dependability, ruggedness, and capability. All of these were honed over the years as the brand competed in the Rallying scene, where it was even dominant. That relationship with racing showed that it's an enthusiasts' brand through and through. Times have, of course, changed, but Subaru has been one of the few automakers that has tried to stick to its core beliefs as much as possible. A recent survey circulating among US owners is generating signific

Upgrade Service Takes Center Stage When Subaru presented its lineup at the Tokyo Auto Salon, enthusiast reaction was mixed. Many expected a major STI announcement. Instead, the more consequential reveal was the expansion of the Subaru Upgrade Service. The program now includes factory-backed hardware retrofits for existing owners, including models from 2015 and earlier. Just last week, Subaru opened pre-orders for three hardware packages first previewed at the show. These follow earlier software

America has the Wilderness, Japan has... If there's something to be said about Subaru styling, it's either conservative or downright polarizing. On the one hand, you have models like the Crosstrek and Forester, and then you have the new Outback, which has drawn some, er, interesting comments. Either way, the company makes an effort to jazz up the look by introducing special trims. In most parts of the world, including North America, there's a Wilderness Edition that beefs up the styling and adds