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Here’s the Day 3video from The Texas Motorplex and TX2K26! If you missed any of the previous videos, just click the link below to check them out too. With the sale of Houston Raceway Park three years ago, TX2K was in need of a new home and with only one really big world class drag racing facility left, that meant that TX2K had to move to the Texas Motorplex in Ennis. This is the third year at the Motorplex, and it is carrying on the tradition that was started in Houston. This year’s action was

From Model to Brand Icon There are very few cars that started off as humble models of a brand that would eventually become so iconic as to become the brand itself. Mini represents that status, having been a mainstay of motoring culture since the '60s. It gained fame as a symbol of practical motoring, but also because its simplicity and driving dynamics made it a capable race car, with multiple runs and wins at the Monte Carlo Rally. It was acquired by BMW back in the late '90s, and they decided

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

Not the Upgrade Toyota Had in Mind One of the biggest complaints about the previous-generation Toyota 86 was its modest factory output of around 200 horsepower. Toyota addressed that with the launch of the second-generation GR86 for the 2022 model year, equipping it with Subaru’s 2.4-liter FA24 boxer engine, which makes 228 horsepower in U.S.-spec form. However, one owner decided to swap it out anyway, replacing it with something a little different – a Honda engine. More specifically, this 2023

The all-new BMW i3 electric sedan is arguably the most important car launch of the year so far. Whether you like the design or not, the fact that BMW will now sell you an all-electric sports sedan that it deems worthy of the 3 Series nameplate is a pivotal moment for the automaker in particular and for luxury car brands in general. The 3 Series is BMW’s core model that best embodies the brand’s ‘Joy of Driving’ philosophy, and if the new i3 manages to convince die-hard fans that it’s a true 3 Se

A Quiet Exit, Finally Confirmed After months of silence, JaguarLand Rover has finally confirmed what many suspected. Gerry McGovern, the company’s longtime design chief, will step down at the end of March, Automotive News reports. His two-decade run helped define the look and feel of both Jaguar and Land Rover. Late last year, rumors already circulated that McGovern was out, but JLR kept quiet. Now, the company says he’s leaving on his own terms and will be starting his own creative consultancy.

Jared George traded in his Mercedes-AMG GT for a used but barely-driven 2024 Corvette Z06 with just over 3,000 miles on the clock. Less than a week later, he took it to a Texas dealership for its first oil change. He drove home, noticed an oil drip on his garage floor, and brought it straight back. While the staff was trying to place the car on a lift to diagnose the leak, it slipped. Photos shared to a Corvette owner's Facebook group show the Arctic White Z06 tilted at a steep angle on a two-po

Not the First, But Easily the Wildest This isn’t the first time we’ve seen an SUV that tries to double as a pickup. Chery had a concept that blended both, aiming to offer a bit of lifestyle and utility in one package. The Deepal E07 Multitruck takes that formula and adds a few more tricks. The E07 is a full-size electric vehicle, about 16.4 feet long, with a design that leans toward the premium side. What sets it apart is the rear section: with a button or voice command, it opens up into a pract

Long gone are the days when Italian exotics had a reputation for being heinously unreliable and bursting into flames if you looked at them the wrong way, but even so, Ferrari faces a recall in 2026. The company has been producing sports cars since 1947, but it still gets things wrong from time to time, and the reason the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has published a recall for the 12Cilindri is comically basic: its rear and side windows have been tinted too heavily. But unlike a

The Maverick Gets Caught in the Recall Cycle Due to the high number of recalls in recent years, Ford clarified that its safety campaigns are a proactive and intentional effort to address potential risks. Regardless of how one views it, the latest model affected is the Maverick, which is being recalled over a moonroof that could potentially detach from the vehicle. The defect has been assigned NHTSA recall number 26V157, which states that the moonroof module’s glass panel on certain 2025-2026 Mav

The first-ever electric Tiguan is rumored to be replacing the Volkswagen ID.4, and our spies have captured it undergoing testing in Sweden once again. This time, the prototype wears silver paint rather than white and has a slightly more aggressive front fascia, with the lower grille border extending deeper down. Could this be a hint that the high-performance Tiguan R will get an all-electric sibling? It seems unlikely, especially since the brakes don't appear to be any beefier, but stranger thin

IAC, Idle Air Control, is a little valve that controls a vacuum leak on fuel injected vehicles. In a carbureted application the throttle blades allow just enough air for the car to idle to pass through the “closed” throttle blades. In a typical single blade throttle body the amount of air that can go around the blade isn’t enough to maintain a fixed idle speed when loads change. The IAC opens and closes to control the airflow in order to maintain a target idle speed. Setting your IAC is the dif

The 2026 Hyundai Palisade seemingly has it all: good looks, a strong powertrain, and loads of space. But the vehicle that should be a runaway success has an issue that can't be ignored. Hyundai recently told dealers in the U.S. and Canada to stop selling the 2026 Palisade Limited and Calligraphy trims because of a problem with the power seats in the second and third rows, where buyers put their kids. The power-folding system sometimes fails to detect when someone or something is in the way as th

Here we go. The 2026 IMSA Racing season is in full swing and this weekend is the Mobil 1 12 Hours at Sebring, plus tons of other races going on! We’re talking the Michelin Pilot Challenger, Lamborghini Super Trofeo, Mustang Racing and so much more! Check all the action out right here! The post IMSA Spring 2026 Sebring International Raceway Race Weekend. Michelin Pilot Challenge, Mustang Challenge, Mobil 1 12-Hour, Lamborghini Super Trofeo, And More! appeared first on BangShift.com.

Another Year, Another Step Up Lamborghini kept its momentum going after a record-setting 2024. In 2025, the brand delivered 10,747 cars – its third year in a row above the 10,000 mark. Not long ago, that would have been headline news. Now, it’s just business as usual. Revenue climbed alongside sales, reaching €3.2 billion ($3.7 billion) – up 3.3% from last year and the highest Lamborghini has ever posted. For a brand that doesn’t chase volume, that kind of growth points to strong demand and the

Starting at the Very Top We all saw it coming, but now it’s confirmed. The first Alpina models under BMW’s full control will be built from the 7 Series sedan and X7 SUV, putting them right at the top of the range. The confirmation came from BMW Group R&D boss Joachim Post in an interview with Autocar, where he outlined the initial direction for what is now effectively “BMW Alpina” following the brand’s transition in-house earlier this year. BMW completed its acquisition of the long-time tuni

Rivian is quickly positioning itself as the pioneer in the autonomy space, and its latest deal with Uber shows just how serious those ambitions are. The two companies are teaming up to deploy thousands of fully autonomous vehicles based on the upcoming Rivian R2, forming the backbone of what could become one of the largest robotaxi networks yet. Uber’s $1.25 Billion Bet On Robotaxis Rivian

The level of technological sophistication Chinese vehicles have reached in recent years must have been impossible to anticipate two decades ago, when domestic automakers started making their initial inroads into overseas markets. At the time, ICE vehicles from Chinese brands lagged way behind those manufactured by established automakers from North America, Europe, Japan and South Korea. But the advent of the electric vehicle into the mainstream in the mid 2010s has provided a level playing field

It’s time for NHRA Pro Mod Qualifying! Check out all the action right here from Round 1 of Qualifying for the NHRA Arizona Nationals where the track temps aren’t the only hot things this weekend! Video Description: Catch all the JBS Equipment NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series presented by Elite Motorsports qualifying session 1 action from the FMP NHRA Arizona Nationals presented by NGK Spark Plugs at 11:15 am PT. The post NHRA Pro Mod Series Qualifying Session 1 LIVE from the FMP NHRA Arizon

Tuned with a Warranty D-Sport Racing, the performance arm of Daihatsu, has a complete car for sale, undriven, brand-new, and ready for customers with a warranty. It’s based on a Daihatsu Mira e:S, a Kei car that makes about 48 horsepower, and comes equipped with a 658 cc inline three-cylinder gasoline engine. Thanks to the tuners at D-Sport, the limited Mira e:S is available for sale with a turbocharger and a five-speed manual gearbox, but there is a catch – more on that later. Daihatsu is Toyo

A New Flagship Coupe with Old-School Attitude Brabus has never been subtle, and its latest teaser proves the German tuner is not about to start now. A shadowy social media preview introduced the world to the upcoming Brabus Bodo V12, a front-engined coupe that looks poised to sit at the very top of the brand’s portfolio. The reveal was intentionally vague, but two details stood out immediately: a sleek grand touring silhouette and a prominent ’77’ insignia, referencing the year Brabus was founde

Not All Recalls Are Created Equal Recalls in the auto industry tend to fall into two broad categories. Some trace back to suppliers, where a faulty part finds its way into thousands of vehicles across multiple brands. Others originate much closer to home, often tied to how a vehicle was assembled at the factory. The latest Rolls-Royce recall falls into the assembly category. Recalls are rare for the British marque, given its low production volumes and high quality-control standards, so even a mi

From Dark Horse to Lame Duck Aston Martin's return to Formula 1 racing as a full team has been tumultuous at best. Having had ups and (many) downs, the team needed an x-factor to get them to where they wanted to be. After all, Team Owner and multi-billionaire Lawrence Stroll has already poured substantial funds into the team. One big investment has come in terms of personnel. In 2024, they were able to lure F1 car design wizard Adrian Newey away from Red Bull. With a keen eye on this season's ne

Stellantis has announced that its electric vehicles in North America now have access to the Tesla Supercharging network. Spanning 27,500 locations, compatibility with the Supercharging network significantly improves access to charging for EV owners. The move benefits owners of electric vehicles from Dodge, Jeep, Ram, Fiat, and Maserati, all of which fall under the Stellantis umbrella. For models without a NACS charging port, a new adapter is available from certified dealerships or Mopar. What St

It’s time for more IHRA Outlaw Nitro Series racing action baby! They are back at it, coming to you from IHRA Darana Motorsports Park in Dunn, North Carolina, where racers are going to be battling it out for big money in all classes. I can’t wait to see who’s going to take the money home this weekend and you can watch all the action right here on the livestream below. We’re talking Pro Am sportsman drag racing, Nitro and door slammer Pro classes, and so much more! The post FREE LIVESTRE