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Month: August 2019

It’s a conversation we’ve had for the past 20 years. Diesels in the U.S. Alive? Dead? The future? The past? Viable? Obsolete? It’s 2019 and we still don’t have much in the way of answers. But quite a bit has happened in the diesel arena over the last 24 months, so let’s see if we can sort some things out. Will we get anywhere? Unlikely.
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Diesels in the U.S.: They’re Coming… And Going

August 20, 2019August 29, 2022 JM Logan 0 Comments Diesel, Diesel trucks, Dieselgate

It’s a conversation we’ve had for the past 20 years. Diesels in the U.S. Alive? Dead? The future? The past?

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1931 Bentley named Best in Show at the 2019 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance
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Auto Industry News: Wekfest 2019 Prepares for Season Finale, Pop the Bubbly at Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, & WARN Pays It Forward

August 19, 2019April 21, 2021 Stefanie Zalutko 0 Comments Monterey Car Week, NASCAR, NHRA, Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, WARN, Wekfest

In recent weeks, auto news has been focused on both global tensions and domestic decisions that stand to significantly impact

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Stylish, well-made, and easy on the wallet, CCI wheel skins elevate your vehicle's looks to million-dollar status, for significantly less money.
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CCI Wheel Skins Give You the Million-Dollar Look for Less

August 18, 2019February 8, 2021 Bruce Lindermann 0 Comments cci, Coast to Coast International, Wheel Skins

We live in a world where even if a vehicle is modest—we want to add a certain flair. An enthusiast

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New Westin winches offer the best of both worlds, thanks to the brand's recent acquistion of off-road fan-favorite Superwinch.
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New Westin Winches Sport A Familiar Look Thanks to Recent Acquisition of Superwinch

August 17, 2019July 26, 2019 Mag Boddington 0 Comments Superwinch, Westin, Winches

I should hope by this point we don’t need to introduce Westin Automotive. With over 40 years in the industry

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Rugged Ridge Armis Bed Covers have truck bed protection covered with stylish, well-constructed options.
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Rugged Ridge Armis Bed Covers Have Jeep Gladiator Accessories on Lock

August 16, 2019August 1, 2019 Joe Evans 0 Comments 2020 Jeep Gladiator, Rugged Ridge, Tonneau Covers, Truck Bed Covers, truck bed protection

After many rumors, much speculation, and some calculated teasing, Jeep enthusiasts had their dreams turned to reality this past spring

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No trail failure will make you cringe quite like a bent or broken axle. Here are some tried and true JK Wrangler axle upgrades and how to do them.
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Tech Corner: JK Wrangler Axle Upgrades and How To Do Them

August 15, 2019August 9, 2019 Mark Williams 0 Comments Axle Upgrades, Differentials, Jeep, JK, Motive Gear, Rough Country, Wrangler

The axle of your JK receives some of the most gruesome mechanical beatings known to man. While there are many

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The 2019 Best In The Desert Vegas to Reno race runs August 14-17 and honors founder Casey Folks with four wild days of white-knuckle off-road desert racing.
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Best In The Desert “Vegas to Reno” Honors Casey Folks With Extreme Off-Road Desert Racing

August 14, 2019August 5, 2019 Gerald Charles 0 Comments Best in the Desert, Casey Folks, Off Road Racing

Best In The Desert Racing is almost back from its annual summer break—and each year they pick a fine time

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The Engine Block breaks down some of the most innovative towing products for 2019.
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Innovative Towing Products for 2019, Part 2

August 13, 2019February 8, 2021 Joe Evans 0 Comments Blue-Ox, PullRite, Tire Minder, Towing, Towing Products, Trailer Valet, Weigh Safe

Welcome back for Part 2 of our list of must-see innovative towing products. (Check out Part 1 here.) Some are

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New Ford recall on 2020 SUV models. NHTSA Official Heidi King steps down. Emissions rollback drama heats up. Mini 60th Anniversary celebrations.
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Auto Industry News: New Ford Recall, NHTSA Official Steps Down, Emissions Rollback Drama Heats Up, and Mini Celebrates 60th Anniversary

August 12, 2019August 12, 2019 Joe Evans 0 Comments California, emissions, epa, Ford Recall, McLaren, NASCAR, NHTSA

Ford faces more recall issues on 2020 Explorer and Lincoln Aviator models. Trump-era NHTSA official Heidi King is leaving her

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Husky Liners Kickback Mud Flaps offer extreme protection with clearance for big tires.
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Husky Liners Kickback Mud Flaps Offer Extreme Protection and Maximum Clearance

August 11, 2019April 19, 2022 Joe Evans 0 Comments Husky Liners, Mud Flaps

The leaves start changing colors. The temp begins to drop. And an oh-so-familiar chill starts hitting the air. You know

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