Installing skid plates to protect a car’s vulnerable underbody parts has long been a popular modification for off-roading. But some motorsport enthusiasts take skid plating to the extreme, essentially creating unique “skid plate cars” designed for competitive abuse over the roughest terrain. Engineering Skid Plates for Maximum Protection The core of any skid plate car…
The mid-engine Lancia 037 was the last rear-wheel-drive car to claim the World Rally Championship back in 1983, defeating the high-tech Audi Quattros. This lightweight, nimble machine embodied the final evolution of traditional rally car design before four-wheel-drive and significant aerodynamics became mandatory. An Unlikely Champion Over All-Wheel-Drive Rivals The limited-production 037 triumphed when the…
Like many young racing enthusiasts, you may dream of becoming a professional NASCAR driver one day. It’s natural to watch stars like Kyle Busch, Chase Elliott and Denny Hamlin battle it out on Sundays and imagine yourself behind the wheel. Yet making it to the top series in auto racing’s biggest stage seems like an…
Key features of the Nissan Vanette Spacious interior The Nissan Vanette has a spacious interior that can be easily customized to suit every need. With flexible seating configurations and ample storage options, the van offers comfortable and adaptable space for passengers and cargo. Multifunctional seating and storage space Vanette offers flexible seating arrangements that can…
The engines are fired up for this Sunday’s NASCAR Cup Series race, the Autotrader EchoPark Automotive 500 at Texas Motor Speedway. As the first race of the Round of 8 in the NASCAR playoffs, the stakes are high and tensions will be even higher as drivers jockey for position both on the track and in…
Background on NASCAR’s popularity As the most popular auto racing organization in the United States, NASCAR has grown into a global sports entertainment phenomenon over the last 75 years. Thanks to races like the high-profile Daytona 500 and iconic drivers like Dale Earnhardt and Jeff Gordon, NASCAR has attracted millions of followers throughout its history….
Ford RS200 Evolution – The Ultimate Street-Legal Group B Monster In the 1980s, Ford sought to challenge Audi and Peugeot in the brutal Group B era of rally racing. Their weapon was the RS200, a mid-engine turbocharged monster purpose-built for competition. While the regular RS200 was unbelievable enough, Ford created the even more extreme RS200…
Dodge Polara – The Pinnacle of Dodge Luxury and Performance In the 1960s and 1970s, the Dodge Polara stood atop the marque’s lineup bringing full-size luxury, powerful V8 engines, and elegant styling touches setting Dodge apart from more mainstream brands. Introduced to replace Dodge’s Matador in 1960, the Polara served for over a decade as…