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Month: September 2019

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Tow Ratings: They’re Not As Straightforward As You Think

September 20, 2019April 15, 2022 Mag Boddington 0 Comments Tow Ratings, Tow Vehicle, Towing

We’ve all seen the glowing advertisements of gnarly, American pickups towing everything from flashy fifth wheel trailers to big flatbeds

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In ten years, Uber has yet to make a profit. Amid driver strikes, corporate scandals, and environmental fears, can the culture of ridesharing survive?
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Uber, Lyft, and the Culture of Ridesharing: Can it Survive?

September 19, 2019October 4, 2022 Michele Boyarsky 0 Comments Lyft, Ride Sharing, Uber

Remember when “uber” still meant “very” or “in excess of”? You know, before it became something drunk college girls screamed

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The historic muscle car competition for mo’ powah has been outshined by the current Truck Wars —compliments of the same players: The Detroit 3.
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Truck Wars: The Detroit 3 Battle for Top Dog

September 17, 2019February 8, 2021 Mag Boddington 0 Comments FCA, Ford, GM, OEM, Truck Market, US Manufacturers

One look at new vehicle sales and it’s clear to see that the historic muscle car competition for mo’ powah

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Greenpeace protesters stand on SUVs at 2019 IAA
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Auto Industry News: Nissan CEO Hiroto Saikawa Is Out, California’s AB5 Is In, and 2019 IAA Climate Protests Carry On

September 16, 2019 Mag Boddington 0 Comments 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show, AB5, Auto Shows, NASCAR, NHRA, Nissan, Ride Sharing

From protests outside the 2019 IAA, another executive shakeup for Nissan as CEO Hiroto Saikawa steps down, and California making

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As fall rolls in and days get shorter, you'll be leaning on those auxiliary lights during 4x4 adventures. N-FAB light mounts ensure a sturdy, reliable base.
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Autumn Wheeling with N-FAB Light Mounts

September 15, 2019April 19, 2022 Joe Evans 0 Comments Auxiliary Lighting, lighting, Lighting Upgrades, NFAB, Off Road Light Mounts

As autumn rolls in and the days get shorter, daylight becomes a sparse resource on off-road adventures, making quality auxiliary

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UnderCover premium truck bed covers offer protection, security, and style.
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UnderCover Premium Truck Bed Covers Add Protection & Security to Outdoor Recreation

September 14, 2019July 27, 2022 Joe Evans 0 Comments Tonneau Covers, Truck Bed, Truck Bed Covers, Undercover

The Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) reports that outdoor recreation in the form of camping, hunting, off-roading, watersports, powersports, and the

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Fuel-efficient, hybrid, and all-electric powertrains are the name of the game. And the 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show has them in spades.
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2019 Frankfurt Motor Show Points to An Electric Future

September 13, 2019September 8, 2022 Michele Boyarsky 0 Comments 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show, Audi, Auto Show, BMW, Ford, Honda, Hyundai, Lambourghini, Land Rover, Mercedes, Porsche, Volkswagen

As the world’s largest auto show, the 2019 International Motor Show or 2019 Frankfurt Motor Show or Internationale Automobil-Ausstellung (IAA)—whatever

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O'Reilly Auto Parts 4-Wheel Jamboree attracts 4x4 enthusiasts from across the country.
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Competition Corner, BONUS EDITION: Corvette Funfest, Fall 4-Wheel Jamboree, Route 66, and More

September 12, 2019February 8, 2021 Bruce Lindermann 0 Comments 4-Wheel Jamboree, Corvette FunFest, NMCA

September is bumping in terms of automotive affairs. So much so, that we couldn’t cram enough events into just one

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The adoption of patina has been a polarizing trend for a LOT longer than you think--as has its cringeworthy off-spring, faux-tina.
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The Patina Fad Has Been A Polarizing Trend For Way Longer Than You Think

September 11, 2019September 17, 2019 Mag Boddington 0 Comments Rat Rods, Trends, Vintage Patina

The textbook definition of patina is “a green or brown film on the surface of bronze or similar metals, produced

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Project Evil Mustang gets Comp 7 wheels from Billet Specialties in its quest to become a X275 racing machine. Source: DragZine
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Can We Just Chat for a Minute about Beadlocks on Hotrods?

September 10, 2019August 17, 2019 Bruce Lindermann 0 Comments Beadlock, Billet Specialties, Weld Racing, Wheels

The right wheels on a hotrod will tell you everything you need to know with just one glance. Steelies with

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Auto Industry News: Sirius Hackers, Sporty Integras, Electric RAMs, & Top Collector Cars
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Auto Industry News: Sirius Hackers, Sporty Integras, Electric RAMs, & Top Collector Cars

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Enjoy Max Gains with the MaxFlow Xtreme Exhaust System

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