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2h ago
James Bruton via YouTube
James Bruton is something of a robotics genius. He’s a YouTuber who regularly creates impressive machines from 3D-printed parts and complex electronics. Recently he’s branched out into larger more powerful creations, but with great power comes great risk of bodily harm. As such, he decided to make his own crash dummy as a way to test some of his contraptions before he takes the wheel. As it turns out, that’s not very easy, but it is incredibly funny.
Bruton was unable to simply buy a crash test dummy because they cost hundreds of thousands of dollars. His solution t ..read more
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2h ago
Chevrolet
The heavy-duty off-road pickup segment is suddenly one of the industry’s most competitive. Ford, Ram, and General Motors all sell multiple trucks that are meant to tow big loads and tackle tough trails on the same day. The Chevy Silverado HD ZR2 and GMC Sierra HD AT4X are the latest entries, and they take a unique approach with Multimatic DSSV dampers and independent front suspension. You’re more likely to find that combo on a race car than any other 3/4-ton pickup, so I wanted to talk with GM’s engineering group manager Tim Demetrio to learn how they did it.
GM has stuck with IFS ..read more
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2h ago
WARN Winches
Most people think of winches for off-road recovery and extreme climbing situations, but they can also come in handy when you’re out car collecting (pulling a derelict onto a trailer), hunting (moving a big game animal), or really doing anything that requires ultra-strong pulling power. Amazon is discounting a decent range right now, including a few very high-end items from the best brands in the business.
WARN 95960 Zeon Platinum 12-S; 12,000 lb electric ($454.00 off)
WARN VR EVO 8-S; 8,000 lb electric ($124.99 off)
WARN 92000; 2,000 lb electric ($22.52 off)
WARN 885000 PullzA ..read more
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2h ago
Boots are an integral part of a biker’s riding gear, particularly those who race. They provide protection to the rider’s feet and ankles in a crash. If you don’t wear proper footwear, you’re susceptible to some serious injuries. All bikers need to make safety a priority, and along with the proper helmet, gloves, jacket, and pants, the right boots can make a huge difference. Check out the best motorcycle racing boots in our buying guide below.
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Cortech Men’s Impulse Air Road Race Boot
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These boots have a breathable mesh lining, and ..read more
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2h ago
Whether you’re cruising or commuting on your motorcycle, the last thing you need is a bag that gets in the way of your comfort or affects your control. You need a bag that can hold your items and allow you to concentrate on riding. The more focused you are, the safer you’ll be. Motorcycle handlebar bags offer great storage for your tools and personal items. Some of them have enough space for important documents. Check out the best motorcycle handlebar bags available.
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Dowco Willie & Max Motorcycle Tool Pouch
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This tool pouch will tu ..read more
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14h ago
SingerVehicleDesign
Last weekend, Hertz Team Jota debuted its Porsche 963 Hypercar at the World Endurance Championship‘s 6 Hours of Spa. The No. 38 qualified seventh on the grid and went on to finish sixth on race day, putting it right in the mix with heavyweight factory teams from Ferrari, Peugeot, Toyota, and even Porsche. Surviving 148 laps on a track that’s famously torturous on hardware was enough reason for celebration, but as a privateer team with minimal testing under its belt and a fraction of the resources of a factory team, the squad walked away elated. For Hertz CEO Stephen Sche ..read more
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14h ago
Whether you’re a passionate motorcyclist or someone who just likes to get around on the bike, you need a quality helmet to keep you safe during rides. Scorpion is one of the brands you’ll definitely run across while searching for the best motorcycle helmet.
The company combines a high level of protection, comfort, and low price to provide its customers with a wide range of excellent choices. To help you find the perfect one for your needs among the many available options, we composed the following guide containing the best Scorpion helmets.
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ScorpionExo Covert Unisex Adult He ..read more
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14h ago
Honda Civics are a great choice for drivers who want to save gas and travel. They are a compact car with several body styles and types. No matter if you have a two-door coupe, four-door model, or three-door hatchback Civic, they all need the best tires to get around. Whether you’re looking to swap out your stock tires for new ones or upgrade to performance tires, we’ve got a list the best tires for Honda Civic to choose from.
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Vredestein HiTrac All Season
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Vredestein’s HiTrac All Season delivers year-round usability and everyday comfort ..read more
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15h ago
Few watches can keep up with us at The Drive. We get our hands greasy, dirty, and have a habit of acquiring cuts, bruises, and scars. As such, your Rolexs, Tag-Heurs, and IWCs tend to not be what we go for. We’re also not rolling in dough. But one make can absolutely keep up with us, and that’s Garmin.
Garmin’s watches are brilliantly designed things and can take an absolute beating—just ask our resident Garmin man, Hank O’Hop. But even these can be expensive, which is why whenever we see some good deals, we jump on them. And this memorial day, Amazon has a bunch on sale. So get you one that ..read more
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15h ago
Aaron Cole.
The Venn diagram of “technology” and “enthusiasm” overlaps at “awesome.” Awesome isn’t always good, but it’s always memorable. For example, Nederland, Colorado, is an idyllic mountain town just up the canyon from Boulder and it’s the type of place you’re likely to find more flavors of blunt wrappers than soft drinks if you catch my drift. It’s awesome for that, and other reasons.
It’s famous for its annual “Frozen Dead Guy Days,” a festival that celebrates, of all things, the frozen dead guy in Nederland. The short of the long: In the 1990s, a cryogenically frozen man was transp ..read more