GM Introduces New Small-Block Chevy V8 LT1 to Debut in 2014 Corvette

General Motors Corp. on Wednesday introduced its new small-block Chevy engine—the LT1 6.2-liter V8—which will debut in the 2014 Chevrolet Corvette. The base C7, powered by this fifth-generation small block will make at least 450 horsepower and 450 foot-pounds of torque while demonstrating 26-miles-per-gallon fuel economy, according to The Detroit News. GM officials say the

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Photo Gallery: NMCA World Street Finals 2012

INDIANAPOLIS, IN — Throngs of racers and race fans descended on the motorsports capital of the world this past weekend for the 11th Annual NMCA World Street Finals at Lucas Oil Raceway. While the weekend was mostly dedicated to the on-track action, we couldn’t help ourselves when we saw the opportunity to capture photos of some

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Highway Safety Officials: Beware of Faulty Air Bags

Thousands of cars and trucks may be equipped with dangerous counterfeit air bags that won’t deploy when needed, or may even fire dangerous shrapnel at drivers and passengers if they do, U.S. government officials said this week. Who is at risk? Anyone who has had an air bag replaced in the past three years at

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A Basic Tune-Up Guide for Side by Side UTVs

No matter how often you drive your side by side, there will inevitably come a day that calls for a simple, but thorough tune up. Many tuning tips are universal to all types of vehicles. And the following list is no different. But if power, performance, durability and fuel economy mean anything to you, it’s

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TruckFest Rewind: Rare Australian 1946 Ford Ute Delights

Anytime there is only six of something, we can’t help but take notice. Especially when that something is Buffalo wings, or adult beverages, or in this case—a super-rare 1946 Ford Coupe Utility of Australian descent that we spotted at Summit Racing’s TruckFest last month. It is one of only six registered in the United States.

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Exploring Some Exhaust Options for ATVs, Dirt Bikes, and Side By Sides

A new, aftermarket exhaust is probably the easiest way to add power to your dirt bike, quad, or side by side. When shopping for exhaust systems for your powersports vehicle, it’s important to consider your environment and riding application. Running quiet is becoming more and more important in populated areas. Many public riding areas have

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Hoosier Racing Tire Founder Bob Newton Dies

Bob Newton, founder of Hoosier Racing Tire, died Wednesday. He was 85. Newton founded the tire maker in 1957 with his wife Joyce. Newton originally produced racing tires out of an abandoned horse barn in South Bend, IN, by re-treading street tires with a softer compound. “Hoosier has lost a visionary and one of our ingenious co-founders,

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Must-Have Tools for Servicing Dirt Bikes and ATVs

Having the right tools is critical to maintaining, repairing, and upgrading your quad or dirt bike. If you’re relatively new to riding, or looking to stock your garage with just your critical, must-have tools, hopefully this list will provide a little guidance. For the most part, the tools you need to work on your ATV

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