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  • CXC Simulations builds dream machines for virtual racing glory

    CXC Simulations builds dream machines for virtual racing glory

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    I’ve heard of CXC Simulations. And I always assumed it was a sort of private club for race car drivers and those with extra cash looking for a spot to practice their driving lines in a consistent, controlled environment. It’s fun to figure out when you’re wrong, and I learned that 10 seconds after walking…

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  • Hooniverse Podcast: Episode 350 – SEMA 2022

    Hooniverse Podcast: Episode 350 – SEMA 2022

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    Ron just got back from SEMA so we have to hear about what was cool… and not so cool, from the Las Vegas show. If you’d prefer the audio-only version, head to https://anchor.fm/hooniverse or check us out wherever you normally get your podcast party on. We’re on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more.

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  • Porsche Taycan gets a range-extending upgrade

    Porsche Taycan gets a range-extending upgrade

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    The Porsche Taycan is one of the best electric vehicles on the market. Sure, it’s expensive, but it’s also excellent to drive, is comfortable inside, and charges quickly. And now, the software onboard is better than ever after an update from Porsche. Porsche has unlocked more efficiency by refining its own software. That’s pretty awesome…

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  • Would you like to sport about in this 1975 AMC Hornet?

    Would you like to sport about in this 1975 AMC Hornet?

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    It’s no Gucci Sportabout, but this 1975 AMC Hornet looks like it would be fun to try and save. Especially since it’s ripe for some manner of engine swap that brings power and fun way up. At one point, AMC was popping the 360 V8 in the Hornet, but that’s not what this particular machine…

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  • Charging better at home: The Lectron V-Box

    Charging better at home: The Lectron V-Box

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    I’ve already got the right outlet, so I needed to add the right charging station. Thankfully, the good folks at Lectron shot me a note asking if I wanted to test their V-Box 48amp Charging Station. The answer is yes, and here is how that’s gone so far. Here’s the Lectron Charger for sale on…

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  • Hooniverse Podcast: Episode 349 – In the S I M U L A T I O N

    Hooniverse Podcast: Episode 349 – In the S I M U L A T I O N

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    Ron and I talk about the Electrikhana, the 24 Hours of Lemons, and then answer viewer/listener questions If you’d prefer the audio-only version, head to https://anchor.fm/hooniverse or check us out wherever you normally get your podcast party on. We’re on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more.

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  • Watch: This Lego car suspension test rig is entertainingly genius

    Watch: This Lego car suspension test rig is entertainingly genius

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    I’ve built a few things in Lego here and there. The last one, which sits on a shelf in my garage, is the Technic Land Rover Defender. That one has working suspension, four high and low, steering, a working engine, and much more. It would be a blast to have a spot to test out…

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  • Hooniverse Podcast: Episode 348 – Silver Arrow Dreams

    Hooniverse Podcast: Episode 348 – Silver Arrow Dreams

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    Ron and I talk about: Follow the two gents we mentioned in this episode: https://www.instagram.com/kevc2002/ https://www.instagram.com/jd2rs/ If you’d prefer the audio-only version, head to https://anchor.fm/hooniverse or check us out wherever you normally get your podcast party on. We’re on Apple, Google, Spotify, and more.

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  • Encyclopedia Hoonatica: This Volvo power steering pump is amazing

    Encyclopedia Hoonatica: This Volvo power steering pump is amazing

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    Here’s something new I learned this morning… the electric power steering pump out of certain Volvo models is the perfect addition to a project car. Specifically, a project car in need of a power steering solution. That’s because it’s a self-contained unit you can mount anywhere, then power up, run your hoses, and voila, you…

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  • Housekeeping: We’re altering some ad settings to clean things up…

    Housekeeping: We’re altering some ad settings to clean things up…

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    The mobile site, apparently, looked like a Times Square dumping ground. I apologize about that. Typically, I view the site on a desktop and it’s nowhere near as bad as on mobile. So I’m turning a handful of ads off in an effort to clean it all up. It should appear as such in an…

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