Category Archive: 1320 Spotlight, Apex Spotlight, HISTORIC, JUNKYARDS, Videos, XL Spotlight

Junkyard Crawl With Steve Magnante: A LUV-LY PICKUP TRUCK – Steve Walks Us Through What Chevrolet’s Isuzu Built Mini Was All About

Chevrolet LUV trucks are awesome little pickups, and they seem to be more popular now than ever, which is saying something. My kid has one, and there are a jillion of them out there at the track,...

Can We Use Modern Tools & Tech And Still Build A Traditional Style Hot Rod? Is The Finished Project All That Matters? Or Does The Method Matter Too?

When it comes to road trips we’re always saying that it is the journey, not the destination, that is most important. And when building hot rods or race cars we often say that the process is as...

Building A New Robot To Test Cordless Jump Starters: These Jump Starters are Getting Out of Hand With Their Insane Claims on Amperage.

It seems like more and more products nowadays make absurd exaggerated claims as to how powerful, fast, or bright they are. It doesn’t matter what you are looking for online, there always seems...

Unreal Adventure 2025: Unreal Adventure Hits The Pacific Northwest! Episode 4 – Running the Rough 4×4 Trails of Washington State!

Unreal Adventure is back and we’ve got Part 4 of the adventures where the drivers and crew learn what Washington state has to offer in the world of hardcore trails! We’re super excited to see how...

Heres How the World’s Best Bench Vise is Made! Fireball Tools Made In The USA Hardtail Vise Is A Beast

I love factory tours and how it’s made videos. I remember as a kid going on the brewery tour at Olympia Brewing, and also the Hershey chocolate factory. There were also tractor factories and...

Happy Thanksgiving! BangShift.com Wishes You A Wonderful Day With Friends And Family!

Man, what a year 2025 has turned into! It’s Thanksgiving Day, where food, drink, family and fun take center stage. And while many of you will be frying, roasting, or smoking a big bird, and...

THE BACONSHIFT SALE IS ON!!! FREE BACON IS BACK, Plus $250 Discounts! It’s The BACONSHIFT Sale At American Powertrain And It Ends January 9th!

One of the most exciting times of year is when the BACONSHIFT SALE starts at American Powertrain! With $250 in savings on your favorite 5 and 6-speed kits, there is no doubt this is the perfect...

Cheap vs Premium Walkie Talkies! Which One Should You Choose For Your Drag And Drive Setup!

One of the most fun things about a good drag and drive event is being in a fun group going down the road. Whether that group is one you had setup before the trip, or if it’s a group that just...

1980’s TV Icon: Check Out These 20 Weird Facts About B.A.’s 1983 GMC Vandura Van From The A-Team

The 1980’s sure feel like the pinnacle of good old American car chase TV. It seemed like every cop, vigilante, or family show had adventures involving car chases, jumps, and more. There was no...

Harbor Freight Hidden Gem? QUINN Spark Plug Socket Set: Swivels, Thin Walls, Extensions, Deeps, Foam, And More!

The tool game just keeps getting better and better for all of who love and use them and this new QUINN Spark Plug Socket Set from Harbor Freight is a great buy that we think would make a great gift...

Happy Holley Days Black Friday Sale! Big Deals On The Brands You Love! Intakes, Exhaust, EFI, Ignition, Brakes, Resto Parts, And More.

Happy Holley Days are on, and their Black Friday deals are great. But, Happy Holley Days Black Friday deals only last through Sunday the 30th! If you want to take full advantage of the deals, now is...

Unreal Adventure 2025: Unreal Adventure Hits The Pacific Northwest! Episode 3 – Breakdowns, Crossing State Lines, Off-Roading and More!

Unreal Adventure is back and we’ve got Part 3 of the adventures PLUS a ton of carnage! We’re super excited to see how the 2025 edition of Unreal Adventure will play out, because the 2024 edition...

Here’s Our Final Gallery Of Photos From The 2025 SEMA Show! Awesome Cars, Trucks, And More Everywhere!

It’s time for our final round of photos from the 2025 SEMA Show in Las Vegas! We’ve shared several galleries so far, and here is our last one. If you missed any of our previous photos or...

Vintage Camaro Electrical Made Easy! But Is It Really Painless? The Job Of Wiring Your Ride Doesn’t Have To Suck!

Wiring is one of those jobs that most hot rodders and racers say they hate doing. I find it can be rather relaxing when you have the right tools and materials, but I certainly understand the...