RAM Rebel and RAM 1500 EcoDiesel Make Debut in Detroit
Chrysler has introduced a couple new flavors to its RAM truck line at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit. 2015 RAM Rebel 1500 The RAM Rebel brings an off-road styling package to the RAM 1500, including a new black off-road front bumper, blacked-out Rebel grille, twin-snorkel sport hood, silver skid plate, front tow hooks,
Ford Introduces Mustang GT350R at NAIAS in Detroit
Ford has introduced its answer to the Camaro Z/28. Unveiled at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, the new 2016 Mustang GT350R is the race-ready version of Ford’s latest GT350. You basically get all the power of the GT350’s flat-crank 5.2L V8–500 horsepower and 400 ft.-lbs. of torque–in a lighter, aerodynamically-enhanced package. In other words,
Photo Gallery: Cincinnati Cavalcade of Customs
The 55th annual Cavalcade of Customs took place in Cincinnati over the weekend. Part of the Summit Racing Show Car Series indoor circuit, the show attracted some of the finest cars, trucks, nostalgia race cars, and motorcycles around. We put together this huge photo gallery from the Queen City with help from photographer Daniel Fortuna. Check
2017 F-150 Raptor to Shed Weight, Gain EcoBoost
According to reports out of Detroit, where the North American International Auto Show is taking place, the 2017 Ford F-150 Raptor will be getting a boost—as in EcoBoost. The truck will feature a 3.5L EcoBoost V6 engine that will reportedly make more power than the current model’s 6.2L V8, which puts out 411 horsepower and
Ford Unveils 600+ HP Twin-Turbo EcoBoost V6 GT Supercar at Detroit Auto Show
[portfolio_slideshow id=37420] Ford just changed the world–or the automotive world, at least. The Blue Oval gang shook up the automotive universe today when it unveiled an all-new Ford GT (slated for a 2016 release) powered by a twin-turbo V6. The 3.5L EcoBoost is reported to make more than 600 horsepower. It is mated to a seven-speed
Al-Anabi Racing Loses Funding for North American Racing Team
Alan Johnson’s two-car Al-Anabi racing team has lost its funding from the Qatar Racing Club. The Al-Anabi Racing Team won NHRA Mello Yello Drag Racing Series Top Fuel world championships in 2010, 2011 and 2013. The team has won 42 races in the last six seasons with drivers Larry Dixon, Del Worsham, Shawn Langdon, and
Retrospective: A Look Back at Operation Appreciation 2014
Now that I’ve had a few days at home, after five days in Indy for the PRI show, I think I have sufficiently decompressed from the trip to put it in perspective and compose some final thoughts. As all the guys told me for the past few years, it is a very special trip. And
Operation Appreciation 2014: Last Stop, Djibouti—and a Chat with Jason Line
The final day of the trip was upon us. It was a trip that included many miles, many adventures, many stories, and most importantly, many handshakes and thanks to all those who serve. We were up and at it fairly early, with a full morning schedule of stops on base then a chance to prepare
BangShiftin’ & RoadTrippin’: December 2014 Pomona Swap Meet
It’s that time of the year when us Midwesterners begin to long for warmth and sunshine. We’ve got a long haul ahead of us (we haven’t even hit the first official day of winter yet!), so we thought we’d do a little California dreamin’ courtesy of our friends at BangShift. As you might know, nobody
Operation Appreciation 2014: Touching Base with Andrew Hines
[portfolio_slideshow id=36716] First off my apologies for the break in rhythm, I had computer issues in Djibouti and have been unable to report until getting home and replacing the unit. For those of you who know me–no, I didn’t throw it. But I do believe that the issues stem from previous “Hard landings” (I don’t




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