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Ahead of its Time For what it's worth, the original Audi A2 was a clever subcompact hatchback. Its body and chassis were made of aluminum. The little hatchback also came with a range of efficient gas and diesel engines. Couple that with its slippery and aerodynamic body, and Audi claimed as much as 80 mpg from the smallest diesel-powered version. It was also a little too ahead of its time, expensive to build, and pricey. The company said it set out 'To build a small Audi, not a cheap Audi,' but

The Plot Thickens Rumors about the Chevrolet C8 Corvette receiving a Grand Sport trim for the 2027 model year have been circulating for some time. Recent hints continue to surface, with the latest coming from a spy shot taken by @njp_moto on California’s Angeles Crest Highway, showing two examples that appear to be prepped for a shoot. The area was blocked off by other vehicles, limiting the view to just a brief glimpse of the Corvettes. Still, that may be enough to suggest the Corvette Grand Sp

I love factory tours and how it’s made videos. I remember as a kid going on the brewery tour at Olympia Brewing, and also the Hershey chocolate factory. There were also tractor factories and auto manufacturers are more. It seems like there are a lot less of those available nowadays, but luckily there are fun videos that are still available from a lot of manufacturers. So, you can imagine my excitement when I saw that Jason and the crew at Fireball Tools had posted up a video on just what goes in

Shelby EV Loses Charge Since the U.S. electric vehicle market shifted in 2025, the slowdown has become hard to ignore, and it appears to be reflected in the new prices for the Shelby Mustang Mach-E offered by rental company Hertz. A report from Carscoops shows that the special-edition Ford EV is now priced at around $40,000, about $25,000 less than when the performance-themed models were released in 2024. Hertz has long offered special-edition Mustangs through its “Rent-A-Racer” program, with th

If you are new around there then you might not know that we seriously dig Formula Off-Road racing here at BANGshift.com. This is high flying, loud, and intense racing that involves what look to be impossible hillclimbs, usually on giant courses made from pea gravel or something similar. It’s intense, the cars often end up upside down or rolling over down a hill. They end up rightside up on their own sometimes, but regardless the action is fun and kind of nuts. These drivers do some stuff that I’

If you are new around there then you might not know that we seriously dig Formula Off-Road racing here at BANGshift.com. This is high flying, loud, and intense racing that involves what look to be impossible hillclimbs, usually on giant courses made from pea gravel or something similar. It’s intense, the cars often end up upside down or rolling over down a hill. They end up rightside up on their own sometimes, but regardless the action is fun and kind of nuts. These drivers do some stuff that I’

If you are new around there then you might not know that we seriously dig Formula Off-Road racing here at BANGshift.com. This is high flying, loud, and intense racing that involves what look to be impossible hillclimbs, usually on giant courses made from pea gravel or something similar. It’s intense, the cars often end up upside down or rolling over down a hill. They end up rightside up on their own sometimes, but regardless the action is fun and kind of nuts. These drivers do some stuff that I’

If you are new around there then you might not know that we seriously dig Formula Off-Road racing here at BANGshift.com. This is high flying, loud, and intense racing that involves what look to be impossible hillclimbs, usually on giant courses made from pea gravel or something similar. It’s intense, the cars often end up upside down or rolling over down a hill. They end up rightside up on their own sometimes, but regardless the action is fun and kind of nuts. These drivers do some stuff that I’

It’s time for the 2nd Formula Offroad race of the 2026 Season in Iceland and here’s the video coverage. If you haven’t watched this kind of racing before, you are in for a treat. It’s all big power, big noise, crash and burn, and high flying action in an environment unlike any other. If you are new around there then you might not know that we seriously dig Formula Off-Road racing here at BANGshift.com. This is high flying, loud, and intense racing that involves what look to be impossible hillcl

It’s time for the 2nd Formula Offroad race of the 2026 Season in Iceland and here’s the video coverage. If you haven’t watched this kind of racing before, you are in for a treat. It’s all big power, big noise, crash and burn, and high flying action in an environment unlike any other. If you are new around there then you might not know that we seriously dig Formula Off-Road racing here at BANGshift.com. This is high flying, loud, and intense racing that involves what look to be impossible hillcl

High prices may influence a sales dip, experts warn. According to a new report published in the Los Angeles Times, auto industry experts warn that the issue of affordability will be a significant factor affecting new car sales, as high price tags of new vehicles deter middle-income buyers away from new-vehicle purchases. During a December press call attended by the publication, Charlie Chesbrough, a senior economist at auto industry researcher Cox Automotive, warned that "a lack of momentum head

'Tis the season! With the holiday season in full swing, crunch time has arrived for anyone still searching for that elusive gift for the gearhead in their life. Whether they’re into cars, trucks, racing, or simply anything mechanical with wheels, automotive enthusiasts can be notoriously difficult to shop for. To help ease the pressure, here are five simple, but genuinely thoughtful, gift ideas that are likely to land well. Automotive enthusiasts, gearheads, petrolheads - call them what you will

I’ve known Alan Johnson for a while now. I’ve realized lately that whenyou get my age, in this industry, it means that you get to know people for way longer than you ever expect when you first meet them. I met Alan and Angie Johnson at a Goodguys Show or Power Tour at some point in the mid to late 2000s and have seen them at everything from Goodguys to Bonneville to Drag Week since. They build great cars, are as into them as any of their customers, and they’re just nice people. And while they do

It’s never been easier to LS or LT swap something, and there are a ton of companies making parts. Engine mounts, gotta be 100 companies making them. Headers, probably 100 as well. Brackets, transmission mounts, accessory drives? Yep, they gottem. But one of the most annoying things about performing a swap is hunting to find the combinations that will fit in your ride. It can be overwhelming, because the only way to find out what works is to ask a jillion folks who’ve already done it to see what

No matter what Holley parts you are looking for, or any of their other Holley Performance brands parts, there is likely a sale going on right now. The Holley IRS Tax Sale is on and there are so many things on sale that it is just too much to list here. But luckily for you all the savings are just a click away by using any image or link below. With possible savings on Holley EFI dashes of almost $500, plus similar savings on Holley EFI systems like the Terminator X, you really can’t go wrong. Ch

Covert Ops Whenever you park at a Home Depot, your presence is tracked on the premises using Flock Safety's automated license plate recognition cameras. These cameras capture and process data and feed it directly to a database that's accessible to law enforcement across the U.S. The issue stems from the policies the retailer has in place for operating the cameras, who gets the data, and who gets to act on the information in said data. That, and the questionable reputation of Flock Safety, a com

Quick Lube Convenience If you’re not heading to a dealership to service your car, quick lube shops are the usual next stop. They’re quite accessible and generally cheaper, making them the go-to for basic jobs like oil changes. But there’s a tradeoff. Once you leave the dealer network, things get messy if something fails. Warranty claims can fall apart quickly, especially if the shop used non-OEM parts or skipped a step. That’s exactly what happened to this engine teardown of a 2024 Honda Accord

Although the Honda Accord has faced declining sales this year, it’s still one of the best-selling midsize sedans in the country. If not for a Toyota Camry-sized problem, the Accord would have no rivals to worry about on the sales charts.  If you want to get behind the wheel of a new Accord, Honda has a couple of lease deals running this December. The cheapest of these makes the Accord marginally more affordable to lease than its Toyota rival, so let’s take a closer look at the numbers. Related:

Happy Birthday, Honda Accord! May 8, 2026, marks the 50th birthday of the Honda Accord. Born in 1976, the first-generation model debuted and then went on to become one of the Japanese automaker's most successful models ever. From businessmen to celebrities like Ludacris, the Accord has gained worldwide acclaim in the 50 years that it's spent driving around the globe. In that time, the nameplate sold a grand total of 25 million units, accumulated millions of miles with countless owners, and is c

More Recreation Options for Honda and Acura Overlanding isn't exactly a word we'd associate with Honda or Acura, though models like the Passport show that the companies are more than willing to appeal to that audience. Granted, Acura doesn't have a rugged-looking vehicle just yet, but it's safe to say that it's bound to happen. And with a more adventurous lifestyle comes accessories that will inevitably be attached to the car. With that, both Honda and Acura have partnered with Thule to sell its

The Race to Put a Solid-State Battery on the Road Automotive patents don’t always focus on a new product that is about to hit showrooms. More often, they give us a peek at the real issues carmakers face in the background – especially for upcoming breakthroughs. Solid-state batteries are a perfect example of that right now. In a nutshell, solid-state batteries replace the liquid electrolyte in today’s lithium-ion batteries with a solid material. On paper, that means more energy, quicker charging,

A Passion For Driving There are very few automotive brands that can say they were born out of a passion for driving – Honda is one of them. Throughout its history, it has produced models that are iconic for their outstanding driving performance. Doubling down on that idea, Honda has chosen to showcase its passion once more by displaying multiple models and concepts reflecting its love for driving in various forms. Its most recent stage was the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon (TAS).

S+ Shift Trickles Down To Regular Models Honda’s reborn Prelude introduced a shift in hybrid performance. Central to that philosophy is S+ Shift – a control technology debuting in the Prelude’s hybrid powertrain that aims to bring back the tactile engagement often lost in electrified vehicles. By syncing engine speed, motor output, and acceleration, S+ Shift creates a more pronounced, step-like response under heavy throttle, offering drivers sharper feedback and a more emotional connection behi

The Trade-Offs As turbochargers and other advanced engine technologies become more common, newer vehicles generally deliver measurable gains over their predecessors in efficiency, emissions, and performance. However, YouTuber speedkar99 argues that this added complexity can come at the expense of long-term reliability, a claim he supports through a teardown of Honda’s R18 engine. The R18 is a 1.8-liter naturally aspirated inline-four used in the 8th- and 9th-generation Honda Civic. It is also n

Still Praised After All These Years The current Honda Civic Type R isn't exactly a young product anymore. Introduced in mid-2022 for the 2023 model year, it remains one of the best-performing compact cars on the market today. We certainly wouldn't pass up an opportunity to drive one again, and it's always a pleasure to be reacquainted with it. What's fascinating about the Type R is its usability. True to the hot hatch formula, it's daily-friendly but can also excite. Dare we say it, it's one of