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More NHRA Four-Wide Nationals Action Photos From Zmax In Charlotte: Pro Stock, Pro Stock Bikes, And Factory Stock 4-Wide Drag Racing Photos!

(Photos by David Whealon) – It was a cool, fast, and adventurous weekend for the stars of the NHRA Mission Drag Racing Series at the NHRA Four-Wide Nationals at zMax Dragway in Charlotte, North...

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HIGH FLYING FORMULA OFFROAD RACING FROM ICELAND’s HELLA 2026! COURSE 2 RACING ACTION

If you are new around there then you might not know that we seriously dig Formula Off-Road racing here at BANGshift.com. This is high flying, loud, and intense racing that involves what look to be...

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Ford Big-Blocks Unleashed! FE Race & Reunion Muncie Dragway! 352, 390, 406, 427, 428, SOHC!

The Ford FE powerplant is arguably one of the most important engines in Ford’s racing heritage. Sure there have been plenty of other powerful combos over the years, but when Chevrolet and Ford...

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A Freiburger and Turk Adventure Video: THEY FIXED JUNK, HIT A DEER, and SAW THE USA In A Beat Up Old Ford.

Freiburger and Turk have had plenty of adventures over the years, and some of them have resulted in awesome records around the world at a variety of races, but some have also just been while cruising...

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Dirt Track Racer Charged With Assault After Ramming Other Car In The Pits: On Track Contact Leads To Race Rage Incident and Ban From Racing.

Every racer and fan knows that in the heat of competition emotions and adrenaline run high. We’ve all seen it, when a couple of drivers bump and bang and then it continues off track. But...

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Punish the Pad New Zealand Burnout Competition Video: Destroying Tires, Lighting Fires, and Entertaining The Masses!

Australians get all the credit for big burnout competitions, but their neighbors the Kiwis also know what they are doing when it comes to creating big tire smoke. With huge “Australian...

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Putting Some Chill In The Hemi Monte Carlo! 12 VOLT AIR-CONDITIONING FOR COTTEN’S HEMI MONTE CARLO…IS IT WORTH IT?

He already made some die hard Chevrolet guys mad because of the Gen3 Hemi that he swapped into it, so why not go all the way and try out some new fangled electric air conditioning on this bad boy. If...

Prerunner Feature Video: Take A Look Inside Eric Lee’s Morgan Clarke Design F150 Luxury Prerunner Build

We’ve shared some of Morgan Clarke’s builds, and are following the new Willy’s War Wagon project right here at BANGshift as well. If you haven’t been watching that video...

BLOWERS VS NITROUS 3 SECOND PRO MOD BATTLE!!!! BIG DOG SHOOTOUT AUGUST 2025 RACING ACTION!

Our friends at Spoold were on had at Piedmont Dragway for the Big Dog Shootout and we’ve got great video from them below. If you want to see Pro Mod racing action, and the age old nitrous vs...

New Road Trip Event! The “Route 66 to the SEMA Show 2025” Road Trip Is Going To Be Awesome! Enjoy Fully Curated Stops, Sights, And More!

I’m all about the road trip. Whether it is on an event like Hot Rod Power Tour, FM3 Road Trip, or all the Drag and Drive events we do, I’ve been all around this country looking through a...

UA2025: LOOK WHO MADE THE CUT for UNREAL ADVENTURE 2025! The People And Rigs That Will Tackle The Coolest Off-Road Roadtrip Of 2025.

Last month we shared the Dirty Dozen that had been selected as the finalists for the 2025 running of the Unreal Adventure, and let you guys make your own personal picks as to who in that Dirty Dozen...

Did You Know That 4WD Shocked The F1 World In 1961 With Sterling Moss Behind The Wheel Of The Ferguson P99? The 4WD F1 ‘tractor’ That Stirling Moss Adored

Formula 1 is often considered the most technologically advanced racing in the world, and that’s not just something that has come about in the digital age. Nearly every rule currently in the FIA...

Awesome Driving Instructor: Jay Leno Teaches His Producer How To Drive A Ford Model T On Jay Leno’s Garage

Everyone has heard the horror stories from parents and children about their experiences learning to drive, and sometimes they are funny, sometimes sad, and sometimes traumatic. But I bet if you asked...

The Mangled Mercury Project: Part 15 Major Modifications To The Frontend Of The 1939 Merc. Shaved, Nosed, And A Custom Hood Latch!

The Mangled Mercury project from Iron Trap Garage is a really fun ride to watch coming together. Starting out as what seemed like a simple chop top Mercury build, it has gone into full custom...

Do You Really Need Wheel Cleaner? How Do Pro Wheel Cleaners Stack Up Against Dawn Or Vinegar?

First off, don’t use these products or techniques unless you have done the research on your particular wheel finishes. You would NOT want to use vinegar or acid based wheel cleaners on...

Starting Over? Why Is Finnegan Building An Entirely New Roll Cage In His Caddy Project? What Could Possibly Be Wrong With The Old Stuff?

I love Finnegan’s Caddy project, but it seems like this poor thing has been through more chassis and roll cage fabrication than any one car should. The Caddy is arguably one the most liked...

Influence and Impact Episode #40: Hot Rod Magazine Origins, Post WWII Land Speed Racing History

Hot Rodding as we know it started with men who wanted to make their cars faster than the next one. With speed contests starting on the dry lake beds in California, and ever increasing performances,...

TURBO 2JZ 1968 NOVA? GHOST WHITE TURBO SUPRA DYNO? RB25/26 HYBRID? RICHARD HOLDENER VISITS VICTORY MOTORSPORTS

I know y0u are all familiar with Richard Holdener’s YouTube channel and his proclivity for all things LS and LT, but many of you might not know he’s got a really strong import background...

LT Is Helping Our Friend Eddie Wilson With Some MUCH NEEDED Upgrades For His EXTREMELY RARE Drag And Drive Car

We first met Eddie Wilson on Rocky Mountain Race Week when he was driving his Pontiac with his kids. The Wilson family would become a staple in the Drag and Drive community after that first fateful...

Our Car Show Photo Coverage From The Goodguys Mid-Atlantic Nationals At Dover Continues Right Here! Bitchin Hot Rods, Muscle Cars, Trucks, And More!

Here’s our 4th gallery of photos from the Goodguys Mid-Atlantic Nationals at Dover thanks to our friend Joe Grippo. This is one hell of a car show because the variety of rides is really...