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In the mini truckin’ world, air suspension is king. While static drops and hydraulics certainly suspend a huge portion of the custom trucks you see at shows, the preferred adjustable suspension has been air ride for several decades. We won’t get into which is better, hydros or air, because we’re going to let Marcel and Jason discuss the history of air ride first. I currently own two vehicles on air ride, and have owned several others over the years, and I love it. If you want to make your vehicl

The Fit’s Post-America Chapter It has been roughly half a decade since the Honda Fit last appeared in the U.S. market. The subcompact hatchback—now in its fourth generation—continues to live on overseas and has just received a mid-cycle refresh in China, one that ditches the quirky front-end design some might describe as “cute.” The refreshed version, sold through Honda’s joint venture with GAC in China, adopts a split headlight layout with slim daytime running lights, similar to the design lang

Redefining the Subcompact Hatchback One could say that the original Honda Fit did wonders to change the image of subcompact hatchbacks around the world. Before its introduction in 2001, cars of this type were cramped, compromised, and really felt like penalty boxes. One only bought it because that's what the budget allowed, but for some reason, the first-generation Fit's appeal went beyond penny pinchers. It was a smash hit in Japan, massively popular in Europe, and a surprise success in America

Tommy and the kids are back at it, because this beast is getting closer and closer to being a runner! The big block should be fun with all the new parts that have been going into it, and in this video some of the finishing touches are getting done. I love this project and I think this is going to be fun when it is time for big burnouts and gasser goodness at the track. Check out this newest update on the Henry J Resurrection project and let us know what you think. If you missed the other videos

Only in the 1960s did a track like Baileyton Goodtime Dragstrip have an in house wheelstander. I mean it wasn’t theirs, but was regularly seen at the track and there are tons of stories about its history. In the video below, from the Hot Rod Hoarder Tommy Lee Byrd, we’ll see some great images and get all the info on the history of this fun machine. Video Description: Before “Farm Truck” and “Ol Heavy” there was another pickup truck that served as an exhibition drag racer. The Ole Tater Hauler

A Louder Take on a Quiet Seller The Lexus RZ has always flown under the radar. With just 5,339 units sold in the US as of September 2025, it’s nowhere near the brand’s hybrid offerings. But Lexus isn’t giving up on its first dedicated BEV just yet – instead, it’s dialing up the personality. Enter the new flagship: the RZ 600e F Sport Performance. This one sits above the RZ 550e F Sport and doesn’t shy away from making a statement. Lowered stance, oversized wheels, carbon aero bits, and paint opt

If you dig offshore powerboat racing, and especially these insane beasts that basically fly across the top of the water, then you are in for a treat. This is the replay from the Hydroplane Racing League livestream of the 2026 Cambridge Classic Power Boat Regatta. Hydroplanes are something truly special, and this is racing you won’t just see anywhere. Some of the most famous race boats in history have been hydroplanes like Miss Budweiser, Blue Blaster, and more. These things are fun to watch, and

The first facelift for the Volkswagen ID.4 may be critical. Competition is ramping up like never before, with alternatives from Ford, Tesla, and Hyundai undercutting the ID.4 (which used to start at $39,995 but now costs no less than $45,095 before destination). While we don't yet know if VW is planning to reintroduce a more accessible trim for the 2027 model year's facelift, insiders say this won't be just a facelift but such a major update that it's practically a fresh take on the compact elec

Robovan Back in the News The Tesla Robovan concept was unveiled at the company’s ‘We, Robot’ event in October last year to quite a positive reception. The proposed fully-autonomous people carrier is seeing renewed interest following hints from a senior executive that it may evolve into a self-driving recreational vehicle. This recent buzz has put the spotlight back on one of Tesla’s boldest transportation concepts.  Tesla

Truck and Tractor pulling, like most racing formats, have advanced dramatically in the last few years and that has made the competition at events even closer and closer. This weekend the first, of five, Fendt High Stakes Pulling Event is going down and that means some of the baddest truck and tractor pullers around are going to battle it out for cold hard cash. We’re talking $10,000 per night! The post The Inaugural Fendt High Stakes Pulling Event Kicks Off This Weekend! Night 1 and 2 – D

Infiniti Without Red Sport It’s been a while since Infiniti put out a model with real performance intent. The Red Sport badge once brought some spark to the lineup, but that faded after the Q50 bowed out in 2024. Lately, Infiniti’s crossovers have focused more on comfort than on getting your pulse up. That changes with the all-new Infiniti QX65. Seeing it at the New York International Auto Show, away from the polished press shots, it immediately felt different from the usual crossover crowd. The

The Gulf has long been one of the most important markets in the luxury automotive world. It accounts for less than 10 per cent of total sales volumes at most high-end brands, but generates profits far disproportionate to that share, because buyers there consistently opt for the most customized and, consequently, most expensive versions of every model on offer. Bentley CEO Frank-Steffen Walliser captured the sentiment perfectly just weeks before conflict broke out. "It's the best market in the wo

In Japan, it’s common for cars to be driven to well over 300,000 miles. It isn’t uncommon for some to reach even higher mileage, either. These aren’t anomalies; they’re just ordinary vehicles used by ordinary drivers who have treated them with the right attitude. On the other hand, the average American motorist will trade his vehicle long before reaching such mileage totals. There’s a YouTube video going around that's an unpleasant reality check on something that many American motorists never gi

Reversing The JDM Process Three letters: JDM, it used to mean something special. It represented the holy grail for car enthusiasts around the world who couldn’t get their hands on them. Some of the most iconic cars immortalized in pop culture were reserved purely for the Japanese Domestic Market. For years, everything from supercar-beaters like the Honda NSX to quirky kei cars like the Honda S660 left everyone counting the days till these cars were legal to import into America. Over the years, H

Yes, Jensen is Still Around Say Jensen to any Brit, and they'll likely picture the Interceptor grand tourer built from the mid-'60s to the mid-'70s. Of course, Jensen's history goes far beyond that, as it was founded in 1922. They built cars on a fairly regular basis until 1976, paused for nearly 25 years, and tried to produce cars again in 2001 with the Jensen S-V8. That said, the S-V8 wasn't exactly a huge hit, and the original company was eventually dissolved in 2011. However, the name is sti

New-Generation Seltos Goes on Sale in Korea The second-generation Kia Seltos made its global debut last month, and it’s a noticeable upgrade for one of the brand’s key models. The SUV now looks tougher, borrowing sharper lines from the Telluride, and the new X-Line trim gives it a bit more attitude. But the real headline is the arrival of a hybrid version – a first for the nameplate and probably the version fans have been waiting for. When the Seltos made its global debut, Kia barely talked abou

All-New for 2026 One of America's favorite midsize crossovers got a massive overhaul this year. The Kia Telluride has been given a comprehensive redesign this year, and it's safe to say that it'll likely become one of the hottest cars out there once it reaches showrooms. Like the Palisade, it seems that the Telluride also drew inspiration from a particular British luxury SUV. Not that it's a bad thing, though, as the crossover does have a good bit of presence.

When the second-generation Kia Telluride was revealed last year, one of the main talking points was Kia replacing the V6 with a turbocharged four-cylinder engine. The change also distances the Telluride from the new Hyundai Palisade, which has continued with a standard V6. But Kia’s case for using a four-cylinder instead of a V6 is a strong one. Sang Lee, Product Planning National Manager at Kia America, has explained this key powertrain strategy in a new interview, and his statements suggest th

The Lake Effect Showdown brings the excitement of small tire racing to Lil Gangstas’ racing to Kuhnle Motorsports Park on Saturday June 13th, 2026! This unique event will be a first for the area on a “bracket day” prepped track! All classes are 1/8 mile. Spectators $20 $35 tech card for all racers Kids 10 and under free Free camping for all racers and spectators Gates open at 10:00AM Drivers meeting at 1:00PM First qualifier of The Small Tire Championship Racing will go down the track at 2:00PM

The OG Supercar? It's hard to truly nail down what the first supercar is, but it's safe to say that the Lamborghini Miura was a pioneer of that genre. Perhaps it's okay to say that it laid down the formula for supercars in the coming years. To oversimplify it, create a mid-mounted chassis, stick in a powerful motor, and drape it in an exquisite body. The Miura ticked all those boxes, and its world premiere created a lot of buzz 60 years ago. The thing is, it wasn't presented in its final form wh

A Fourth Recall Arrives for Lamborghini’s New Flagship The Lamborghini Revuelto hasn’t been on the road long, but it’s already racked up a handful of recalls. This is the car that replaced the Aventador, introducing a V12 with electric motors and marking a significant shift for the brand. By mid-2025, the Revuelto had already seen three recalls – one even involved those iconic scissor doors. Now there’s a fourth, this time focused on the rear backup camera. None of these recalls has resulted i

The Land Rover Freelander—or LR2 as it was called in the US—is back, only not as you remember it. For starters, it’s no longer a Land Rover as it has evolved into its own brand called Freelander as part of a joint venture between China’s Chery Auto and Jaguar Land Rover; it will have its own product roadmap, distribution network, and management. But don’t worry; it won't be a China-only model. While it will launch in China first, it will become available globally later, including in Europe. Sadl

Hip to be Square When Kia launched the Soul in 2008, it was amid a craze in which automakers were selling boxy subcompact cars left and right. It took a while for it to land in America, but when it arrived stateside for the 2010 model year, it was a smash hit. Perhaps it was the hamsters, but the Soul struck a chord with American buyers. Through the years, the competitors that spurned Kia to build the Soul in the first place have dropped out of the race. There was the Scion xB, axed in 2015, alo

If you’re on a tight budget but determined to buy something new you might get lucky and still find a Nissan Versa on your local dealer lot. The last new vehicle available in the U.S. for less than $20,000, the Japanese automaker decided to pull Versa from production late last year, pointing the finger at the Trump administration’s tariffs on imported autos which would have driven the price out of reach of most buyers. At a time when average transaction prices – factoring in MSRP, options and dis

A Quiet Goodbye for the Executive Sedan The Lexus ES was never the flashiest sedan in the luxury segment, but it’s been a substantial seller for the luxury marque in America. Since 2015, it’s been a mainstay for Lexus in North America, consistently delivering what buyers wanted. With the last US-built ES, that chapter comes to a close. Toyota North America confirmed on LinkedIn that the last US-built Lexus ES has left the Georgetown, Kentucky plant. In total, 438,133 units were produced there, b