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Category: Features
The latest feature articles about the automotive aftermarket from THE SHOP.
Bestop Designs Custom Wrangler for Country Singer
Louisville, Colorado-based Bestop, manufacturer of Jeep soft tops and accessories, has designed a brand-new custom Jeep for Platinum-selling country singer Michael Ray. Having recently climbed to the top of the country radio charts for a third time with his latest single “One That Got Away,” Michael Ray is one of country music’s hottest stars. Known… Continue reading Bestop Designs Custom Wrangler for Country Singer
Bigger Tires Need Bigger Gears
Fall is now kicking in full force – which, for off-road enthusiasts, means some enjoyable weather and wide-open trails. But it also means that customers who added bigger tires without swapping gears aren’t taking it to the sand, the mud, the rocks and the trails like they thought they would. With the variety of off-road… Continue reading Bigger Tires Need Bigger Gears
Road Scholars Takes Home First at Pebble Beach Despite Explosion
Road Scholars, a vintage Porsche restoration shop, took home a First in Class win with a rare (1 of 20) 1961 Porsche Carrera Abarth GTL, owned by the renowned Ingram Collection, at the 2019 Pebble Beach Concours d’ Elegance. In ordinary circumstances, this would be a great accomplishment on its own, but this one has… Continue reading Road Scholars Takes Home First at Pebble Beach Despite Explosion
Aspiring Diesel Technician Has Wish Granted
After falling seriously ill from cancer last year, Phoenix-area teen Jaime Gamez knew exactly what he would ask for when he was contacted by Make-A-Wish Arizona. He wanted his wish to be lasting – something that would set him up for the rest of his life. That’s why Jaime wished to attend Universal Technical Institute… Continue reading Aspiring Diesel Technician Has Wish Granted
Mopar Unveils Mopar ’19 Dodge Challenger
Mopar has unveiled the Mopar ’19 Dodge Challenger to celebrate a decade of factory-vehicle customization. Based on the 2019 Dodge Challenger R/T Scat Pack, the Mopar ’19 Challenger carries several exterior and interior features only available on this limited production Mopar-branded muscle car. “Over the last decade, we’ve customized an impressive group of vehicles with… Continue reading Mopar Unveils Mopar ’19 Dodge Challenger
2020 Honda Civic Si Launching with Styling and Performance Updates
On the heels of several technology and interior upgrades introduced for model year 2019, the 2020 Honda Civic Si Sedan and Si Coupe are further improved with front and rear styling updates, new headlight designs, and a revised final-drive ratio for more responsive acceleration. Additionally, Honda Sensing safety features are now standard equipment on Civic… Continue reading 2020 Honda Civic Si Launching with Styling and Performance Updates
PHOTO GALLERY: Fun & Fanfare at Pebble Beach
Once a year the most prestigious car gathering in America (and a major automotive event worldwide) takes place on the Monterey Peninsula, the Pebble Beach Concours d’ Elegance. The latest running (the 69th year of the elegant event) celebrated the 100th year of the British marque Bentley, with some 54 examples showing up to participate… Continue reading PHOTO GALLERY: Fun & Fanfare at Pebble Beach
Porsche Taycan Sets Record at Nürburgring-Nordschleife
Porsche test driver Lars Kern set a course record for four-door, all-electric sports cars on the 12.8-mile Nürburgring-Nordschleife, laying down a lap of seven minutes and 42 seconds in the company’s first all-electric sports car, the Taycan. The Taycan features two electric motors on the front and rear axles, giving the model all-wheel drive, as well… Continue reading Porsche Taycan Sets Record at Nürburgring-Nordschleife
TORA Seeking SEMA Show Display Trucks
The Truck & Off-Road Alliance (formerly LTAA), a SEMA council, is looking for six quality truck, SUV and off-road builds to display at the 2019 SEMA Show as a part of its feature vehicle program. The vehicles will be parked outside of the South Hall of the las Vegas Convention Center, where thousands of people… Continue reading TORA Seeking SEMA Show Display Trucks
Mercedes-AMG Introduces the GLE 53 Coupe
The new crossover Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 Coupe combines a sporty design with impressive performance and strong off-road capabilities. Dynamics are enhanced by the 429-hp, 3.0- liter six-cylinder in-line engine with 48-volt technology, fully variable AMG Performance 4MATIC+ all-wheel drive, AMG SPEEDSHIFT TCT 9-speed automatic transmission and a 2.4-inch shorter wheelbase than its SUV sibling, according… Continue reading Mercedes-AMG Introduces the GLE 53 Coupe
Superwinch Talon 9.5 Winch
No one likes waiting on a slow winch; the Superwinch Talon combines super fast line speed during cable retrieval, with outstanding pulling power and stout 2-stage planetary gears to provide steady and predictable operation. The innovative external brake design provides 100% load hold when running the brake hard. Features stainless steel rollers with brushed finish… Continue reading Superwinch Talon 9.5 Winch
Superwinch Tiger Shark 9500
One of Superwinch’s most popular winches, the Tiger Shark Series set the bar for performance winching while not breaking the bank. From powerful motors, to strong gears to long-life stainless steel parts, the Tiger Shark is a standout choice. It is easy to see why this is one of superwinch’s most popular winches year after… Continue reading Superwinch Tiger Shark 9500
VIDEO: Mountain Towing with Shell Rotella
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Cool Treats From a Hot Rod
Karmic Ice Cream has unveiled a 1935 Ford hot rod ice cream truck as the latest addition to its rentable fleet of vintage ice cream delivery vehicles. South Florida’s acknowledged Purveyors of Happiness, Karmic Ice Cream recreates the days when the ringing of a bell sent children and adults alike running and yelling It’s the ice cream man!… Continue reading Cool Treats From a Hot Rod