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The 2022 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing is for the enthusiasts
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The enthusiasts with money, yes, but it’s built with those who love driving in mind. Cadillac is going to plunk a six-speed manual gearbox behind the bolts of the engine set to power the upcoming CT4-V Blackwing and CT5-V Blackwing. In fact, the manual gearbox is the standard choice. It’s the ten-speed automatic that serves…
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Hack: Rejuvenating white tire letters
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I’ve had these BFGoodrich KO2 all-terrain tires on for more than 30,000 miles now. They have been really great for all their intents and purposes. The traction in all conditions is great, they are wearing evenly, and at that mileage there is still a lot of life left in them. One thing that has annoyed…
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Hooniverse Asks: What’s your favorite Forward Control-style vehicle?
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The Forward Control vehicle had quite a run for some time, but then it disappeared. Crash standards on these are… well, they don’t exist. You are the crumple zone. Forget that for a moment though because FCs are definitely still cool. Take the risk and run a rad ride, like the Forward Control Land Rover…
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Last Call: Flight 199, Now Departing
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If you haven’t yet watched Gymkhana 2020, you should take a few minutes to go do that. It’s great. The shots are excellent and it feels like a return to the more classic iterations of the series. Add in some fresh starman wheel power in Travis Pastrana, some wild driving, and this absolutely wicked 150…
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This is the 4th Generation 2022 Acura MDX
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I’ve got a shortlist of those automotive companies that I personally believe are killin’ it lately. Acura is one of those companies, and the more of their wares I’ve sampled of late, the stronger that feeling gets. Sure the NSX was amazing, but so was the first generation TLX, and the latest TLX. Kamil took…
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Gymkhana 2020: Ultimate Hometown Shred
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I’m a big Gymkhana fan. It’s just about the most fun automotive media production I’ve seen, perhaps ever. However, I’ve wondered how they would keep it fresh. Critics will say it’s largely the same thing each time, Ken Block siding around in a different location. For the “turned up to 11” Gymkhana 2020 version, they…
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Hooniverse Asks: What competes with the Ford Bronco Sport?
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The new Ford Bronco is one of the hottest cars of the year and it’s not even out yet. This is an off-road convertible SUV with retro styling done right and a swathe of clever new features. The answer to the question of why it exists is obvious: the Jeep Wrangler had essentially monopolized this…
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2021 Ford Bronco Sport – Much more than just a “Baby Bronco” | First Drive
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The 2021 Ford Bronco Sport is not simply a “Baby Bronco”. It’s much more than that, in fact, and it’s much better than we expected it to be. We spent a few hours driving a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport Badlands in Hungry Valley. This is a great spot for off-road driving in California, and the…
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Hooniverse Asks: What’s your favorite year for cars?
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Loyal Hooniversalist Batshitbox suggested a Hooniverse Asks; What’s your favorite year of manufacture? Here’s why: While researching the last HoonAsk, I realized how many cars made in 1961 were favorites of mine. The first Scouts ever made (and the first Scout I ever owned), the Chevy and GMC trucks with the bizarre ‘eyebrow’ hoods that…
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The News for December 4th, 2020
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Welcome to the Hooniverse News! As always, this is a weekly recap of the biggest stories in the automotive industry without the fluff or bull. This week: Ford releases details on the Mach-E GT Performance Edition, a couple manufacturers cancel motorsport programs or shift focus, and your news for the week. Mustang Mach-E GT Performance Edition When…
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Romain Grosjean talks about the horror of his fiery F1 crash
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F1 driver Romain Grosjean had a terrible crash during the opening of the Bahrain Grand Prix. The driver lost control of his car when it was swiped as another driver came across. He was sent into a barrier and his car split in two and burst into flames. The driver safety cell was wedged under…
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UBCO 2×2 – Electric Bike Workhorse
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Today we’re looking at another electric bike. This one comes to us from UBCO, a New Zealand company looking to make strides in the mobility space with its 2×2 utility bike. The UBCO 2×2 is smartly designed and works well for its intended use; helping ranchers on farms, military use, and as a general stout…
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Your official LEGO Jeep is finally here
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LEGO and FCA unveiled their new Jeep Wrangler Rubicon LEGO Technic kit today. The 665-piece Jeep will feature working suspension, with a solid front axle, of course, and legomud-terrain tires. The black-fendered Rubi is accessorized with roof-mounted light bar and a winch, for when you get stuck crawling over a sleeping cat at night. The…
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Best use of a rental car? Someone turned a Hertz Camaro ZL1 into a time attack car
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Hertz was hit hard this year by the pandemic as they filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy over the summer. In an attempt to raise some cash, Hertz held a huge auction to try and offload as many of their now unused cars as possible. Among those were some special edition Hertz-Hendrick Motorsports Camaro ZL1s. Just…
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Chris Steuber & UJoint Off-Road: Off The Road Again Podcast – Episode 46
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Welcome back to the Off the Road Again podcast! We’ve missed you. The focus is on the off-road adventure but we also dabble in all things SUV, truck, and van, maybe even some rally cars. Ross & Chris welcome Chris Steuber to the show. Chris is the owner of UJoint Off-Road. UJoint upgrades E-Series Econoline Ford Vans with suspension kits and 4×4 drive systems.…
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Road & Track name the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 Performance Car of the Year
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Yes, the Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 is a special car. It’s a wild machine that can set blistering laps on a race track and also serve as a comfortable and composed daily driver. Albeit, one with 760 horsepower on tap. But add up all the good in the ultimate pony car and you have a…