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The unveiling of the Harley-Davidson RMCR (Revolution Max Café Racer) at the 2026 Mama Tried Motorcycle Show in Milwaukee marks a pivotal moment for “The Motor Company.” It isn’t just a bike; it is a strategic maneuver designed to reclaim a segment Harley once famously lost. The Technical Profile: Heritage Meets High Performance The RMCR is built on the liquid-cooled Revolution Max 1250 platform. This engine, which also powers the Pan America 1250, serves as a stressed member of the […] The post Harley-Davidson Targets European Rivals with New Concept Debut appeared first on Return of the Cafe Racers. View the full article

Kia EV6 Drops Nearly $6K as EV Price War Heats UpWith new car prices now averaging around $47,000, it is becoming harder for buyers to find genuinely affordable options. That is why fresh discounts in the EV space are getting attention. According to ordering guides obtained by CarsDirect, the 2026 Kia EV6 is receiving a significant price cut of nearly $6,000. The entry-level EV6 Light is now expected to start at just under $38,000, with some reports pointing to a closer to $37,000 price depending on configuration. This aggressive repositioning puts the EV6 firmly into the conversation for value-focused EV buyers. It also undercuts the base Tesla Model Y, which starts at $39,990 in rear-wheel-drive form. For a segment that has long struggled to break below the $40,000 barrier, this is a notable shift. Kia appears to be targeting buyers who were previously priced out of the EV market. Kia Deeper Cuts Across the Lineup but Rivals Still Compete on PriceThe price adjustments extend across the EV6 lineup. The Light Long Range drops by $5,000 to around $41,200, while the Wind trim sees a $5,500 reduction to roughly $44,800. GT-Line variants receive the largest cuts, with up to $5,900 shaved off depending on drivetrain. The high-performance Mack-Daddy, EV6 GT, is notably absent for 2026, as Kia has delayed the model until further notice. Even with these reductions, competitors still apply pressure. The Hyundai IONIQ 5 starts at about $35,000 in base form, making it nearly $3,000 cheaper than the EV6. The Ford Mustang Mach-E Select also edges in slightly lower at $37,795. The bigger twist comes from incentives. The 2025 EV6 currently carries up to $10,000 in rebates, which could make the outgoing model a better real-world deal than the newer one. Kia The Real Story Behind EV Pricing Right NowA broader trend is forming behind these price moves. EV demand has cooled slightly in key markets, and manufacturers are responding with pricing strategies that do not rely entirely on government incentives. This is creating a more competitive landscape, with sticker prices starting to reflect actual market conditions rather than projected growth. At the same time, fuel price volatility continues to influence buyer behavior. When gasoline prices rise, EV ownership becomes easier to justify on a cost basis. On paper, the 2026 Kia EV6 offers a lower entry price, stronger positioning, and a direct challenge to Tesla’s volume leader. In practice, the outcome will depend on incentives, dealer pricing, and how quickly rivals respond. View the full article

The Ski-Doo Snow PASS program returns to fund trail maintenance, access, and local clubs across North America. View the full article

Nissan Backtracks On U.S. EV Push News of Nissan's EV push around the world is getting the industry buzzing. Despite struggles and restructuring, the Japanese brand was still able to launch new products, such as the improved Leafand a rumored Nismo version of the EV. Apart from that, the brand's also making a few moves around the performance car segment, fielding improvements to the Z and making a bit of noise for upcoming models like the next-generation GT-R and some murmurs about the Silvia. However, when it comes to pushing for EV manufacturing in the U.S., it looks like the Japanese automaker is scaling back. Nissan Motor Co. told its U.S. suppliers on April 30, 2026, that it's dropping its plans to build electric vehicles in Mississippi, Automotive News reports. Nissan Back to Gas The brand is going back to manufacturing good-old gasoline-powered trucks in its plant. The company plans to produce a range of truck-based models at its 4.7-million-square-foot assembly line in Canton, Mississippi. While it won't manufacture pure EVs in Mississippi anymore, Nissan is still planning to make electrified cars here, with the Xterra slated for U.S. production. The move comes in response to market and customer demands. While EVs are making headlines around the world, Nissan believes that market conditions, customer demand, and its strategic direction are more aligned with what the Xterra delivers: an affordable, electrified SUV. Apart from the planned revival of the Xterra, the Canton, Mississippi, plant also produces other Nissan models such as the Frontier pickup truck and the Altima sedan. Bloomberg/Getty Images $500,000 Plans Canceled Five years ago, in 2021, Nissan announced plans to invest in and retool its Canton plant to manufacture EVs. Batteries for Nissan and Infiniti vehicles were slated for manufacturing here. Nissan's goal was to sell 200,000 EVs in the U.S. by 2028; however, that may no longer be the case. The new direction will see the Canton, Mississippi, plant make a new body-on-frame platform, starting with the Xterra. Slated for debut in late 2028 for the U.S. market, the model will then be followed by a new three-row SUV, the New Nissan Frontier. The move isn't just strategic but also cost-effective for the brand, as both models will share the same underpinnings, along with at least five more models. Nissan's EV sales in the U.S. are less than optimal, prompting the brand to roll back several models and rethink its lineup. One casualty is the Nissan Ariya, which is set to be discontinued later this year. However, Nissan executives remain hopeful in the U.S., citing it as one of the keys to its recovery. The brand is targeting about 1,000,000 annual sales in North America by early 2031. Localized production is one key to helping the brand achieve its goals as we move into the latter half of this decade. Nissan Nissan's Not The Only One Other brands are also reeling back on their EV pushes. It's not just Nissan, but even some Chinese brands are dialing things back. Given that new Geely models are more efficient than ever, it stands to reason that there is at least some pushback from the market as the EV sector grows more aggressive by the day. On top of that, development for ICEs is still ongoing, albeit as assistants or partners to electric motors. Nissan will likely continue to push its electrified e-Power powertrains in the coming years, with perhaps less emphasis on EVs. Still, however, the brand was able to move forward with solid-state batteries recently, so we'll still see electric models from the brand in the future, don't worry. Autoya/YouTube View the full article

Few modern motorcycles capture the spirit of bespoke craftsmanship quite like this 2020 CCM Spitfire Bobber. Hand-built in Bolton by CCM Motorcycles, this limited-production machine represents a rare intersection of artisanal engineering and contemporary performance. This particular example—number 246 of just 500 units—embodies the exclusivity that has made the Spitfire range a standout in the custom-inspired segment. At its core lies a 600cc single-cylinder four-stroke engine, delivering approximately 55bhp through a six-speed manual gearbox and chain final drive. While modest […] The post Bike of the Day: 2020 CCM Spitfire Bobber appeared first on Return of the Cafe Racers. View the full article

German Police just conducted large-scale raids on the Hells Angels, which involved 1,200 officers and 50 premises, resulting in $3 million seized.View the full article

When Customization Goes All the WayBugatti’s Sur Mesure division takes customization to a level that goes far beyond the usual. This is the team behind the Hermès Chiron and the lavender W16 Mistral. If an owner has a specific vision, no matter how detailed or unusual, Sur Mesure is set up to make it happen. Its newest project, however, sticks to that approach but shifts from fashion to something more natural. Meet the W16 Mistral “Fly Bug” – the fourth in a series of insect-inspired builds, each one reimagining a different creature through Bugatti’s design language. It joins the Veyron Grand Sport Vitesse “Hellbug,” the Chiron “Hellbee,” and the Divo “Lady Bug,” all commissioned by the same undisclosed, deep-pocketed client. Inspired by the DragonflyThe “Fly Bug” isn’t just named after a dragonfly. Its design is built around the way a dragonfly looks and moves. The first thing you notice is the custom “Dragonfly Blue” paint. It shifts from blue to turquoise depending on the light, echoing the look of real insect wings. This isn’t just a paint color – it’s a layered finish that changes as you move around the car. The wheels are finished to match, which is more complicated than it sounds because of the different materials. Bugatti also carried over a pattern from earlier cars in the series. An ellipse motif runs along the body, starting out subtle and getting denser toward the back, then fading into the air intakes. Inside, the theme carries over. The cabin uses a custom mix of leather layered over Alcantara, set in a geometric pattern that matches the outside. The effect is three-dimensional, and the pattern runs across the door panels and armrests. Bugatti hadn’t tried that said technique before because shaping these materials over curves is a real challenge. Plus, look closer at the gear selector, and you’ll spot the “Dancing Elephant,” a reference to Rembrandt Bugatti’s sculptures. There’s also a new technical detail outside. For the first time, Bugatti integrated the Macaron emblem into a painted graphic. Getting the size and placement right while keeping the badge’s details sharp required more precision than usual paintwork. Bugatti Same Hardcore Hardware UnderneathUnderneath all the design work, the Mistral is unchanged. It still runs Bugatti’s 8.0-liter quad-turbo W16 with 1,600 metric horsepower, paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch and all-wheel drive. In standard form, it’s already hit 282.05 mph. Bugatti is building just 99 Mistrals, each starting at about €5 million ($5.8 million) before any custom work. Builds like the “Fly Bug” cost much more, but Bugatti doesn’t share final prices for Sur Mesure projects. Bugatti View the 14 images of this gallery on the original article View the full article

Chip Foose needs no introduction, but if you don’t recognize Seth Hammond’s name then just look up Bonneville Records and you’ll find him. Seth is a hard core racer, hot rodder, and collector so it’s no wonder that he and Chip are friends. Check out this fun video from Barona, a dragstrip down near San Diego, because this place looks like the set of Lost in Space from the 1960s. It’s a fun little race track that we’ve had some fun at and that still puts on great events. Check it out. Video Description: This past weekend I had the chance to get out of the shop and spend some time doing something at Barona Dragstrip! My good friend Seth Hammond and I headed down to RPM Barona Drags, and it turned out to be an amazing day. With Seth behind the wheel racing, and me pushing him around in the Depot Hack, we really had a great team. The racing started out great with Seth winning the first round. Elimination round after elimination round he kept winning, and eventually we took home first place! I want to give a big thank you to RPM Barona Drags for having us at the event, and a big thanks to Seth Hammond for joining me on this awesome day! I have some more drag racing events lined up for later this year, so let me know if you guys want to see more of this. Maybe I’ll even get behind the wheel and race myself! #chipfoose #foose #foosedesign #rpmbaronadrags #dragracing The post Chip Foose And Seth Hammond Win At Barona’s RPM Drags In An Epic Vintage Hot Rod appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

Car Launches in a NutshellCar launches are as straightforward as it gets. The usual program flow starts with speeches from executives, a breakdown of highlights, and eventually, the reveal. From time to time, there are a few gimmicks, but it's really nothing out of the ordinary. We've covered loads of these over the years, and we already know what to expect. But for those who attended the Volkswagen ID. Polo's launch in Germany recently, we can say that those who were there witnessed something that has never happened during a world premiere. Nicola Hume/Instagram There Was Tiramisu InvolvedMotoring presenter Nicola Hume posted a bizarre incident on her Instagram during the ID. Polo launch event. It involved a man covered in tiramisu sitting in the small electric hatchback, making some form of content. It's probably one of the strangest sentences we've ever put together, and we're pretty sure that something like this has never happened before. At the end of the reel, Hume simply said, "I don't get it." Well, Nicola, neither do we. We probably won't have tiramisu for a while, either. If you're up for it, you can watch the entire thing unfold below. So Many QuestionsNow, we weren't there to see 'Tiramisu Man' prep himself for this, er, stunt, not that we'd actually want to witness such an event. Even so, there are so many questions racing through our minds right now, such as "what is the relevance of tiramisu and the ID. Polo," "did VW actually sign up for...this?" and, probably the most important question of all, "Why?" So far, VW hasn't commented on the matter, and it's still unclear if the company was actually in on the recent, er, performance art exhibition. We also can't help but feel that the interior has been ruined as well. Mind you, the cake-covered person sat in the base ID. Polo, meaning cloth seats. Whoever had to clean and detail the hapless little hatchback after the event probably wasn't very happy afterward. Volkswagen Anyway, Here are Some ID. Polo HighlightsThere are other interesting things about the ID. Polo, of course. For starters, it's the first of the new-generation VW EVs to follow a more familiar naming convention. Its interior design also reflects the company's new direction, with a simpler, easier-to-use interface and a look that's both familiar and forward-looking. It looks refreshingly normal. In Germany, the ID. Polo is available in three trims: Trend, Life, and Style. There are also three powertrain options and two battery sizes. Entry and mid-level models come with a 37 kWh battery, while the top-spec Style gets a 52 kWh pack. Range is rated at 204 miles and 282 miles, respectively. As for power, it's 114 hp, 133 hp, and 204 hp. There's no chance of it coming to the U.S, although the ID. Polo is a preview of things to come for future VW models. We can expect some elements of this small EV hatchback to be applied to the upcoming MK9 Golf, and so far, we like what we're seeing. Hopefully, there won't be any tiramisu-related incidents during that model's world premiere. Volkswagen View the full article

Drag and Drive trailers are one of the more talked about aspects of drag and drive races, and for good reason. Being organized and having the tools and parts you need can be the difference between finishing or not, and winning or losing your class. There are a bunch of ways to do a drag and drive trailer effectively, but some folks have different preferences. I’ve seen a bunch of different drag and drive trailer variations, and the possibilities are endless. In the video below, our friend Bill Armstrong is going to let us in on the secrets to his drag and drive trailer. Bill has done a bunch of drag and drives over the years, in his 8 second stick shift Ford Fairlane. This is one mean machine but it takes more work than a lot of combos, so Bill knows what being organized means. Check out the video and let us know what you think and if you have other suggestions or questions. The post Bill Armstrong, Mr. Bangshift Billy Himself, Is Sharing All His Drag & Drive Trailer Secrets! Check Out How He Does It! appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article

A new twist on drag-and-drive is coming to Summit Motorsports Park. Here's what you can expect at the Turn & Burn event.View the full article

ASBK 2026 Round Three – The Bend Josh Waters set the Friday benchmark at The Bend as the third round of the 2026 ASBK Championship got underway in fine conditions at the South Australian venue. The defending champion topped FP1, FP2 and FP3 to finish the opening day ahead of Cru Halliday and Mike Jones, […] The post Illustrated brief from Friday’s ASBK action at The Bend – Times – Image Gallery appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

The 2027 KTM SX motocross range covers everything from the 50 SX junior machine through to the 450 SX-F, with two-strokes, four-strokes and mini racers all included. The post From little rippers to big hitters: 2027 KTM SX range explained appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Honda Australia has lifted warranty coverage on eligible on-road motorcycles from two years to up to six years, with no kilometre limit, provided scheduled servicing is completed through the authorised Honda dealer network. The post Honda raises the bar with six-year motorcycle warranty appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

Wayne checks out Ducati’s incoming 2026 line-up at Joe Rascal Ducati in Port Melbourne, including the Panigale V4 R, Diavel V4 RS, DesertX, Hypermotard V2 SP, Multistrada V4 Rally and Monster V2. The post Ducati’s 2026 heavy hitters shown in Melbourne appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

MotoGP Rule Updates May 1, 2026 MotoGP wildcard appearances will disappear from the premier class from 2027, while 2026 wildcard riders have been ruled out from using the incoming 850 cc machinery ahead of the category’s next technical reset. The Grand Prix Commission has confirmed a series of regulation changes for the FIM Grand Prix […] The post MotoGP wildcards axed from 2027 as 850 cc transition rules tighten appeared first on MCNews. View the full article

China spent the better part of a decade making the internal combustion engine look obsolete. Government subsidies, aggressive production targets, and a homegrown battery supply chain turned the country into the world's dominant EV force. China now commands roughly 70 percent of the global EV battery market. So, it’s more than a little surprising that two of its biggest automakers, Geely and Chery, are pouring serious money into making the gasoline engine smarter, cleaner, and more competitive than it has ever been. Both companies are betting that the internal combustion engine still has a decade or more of relevance left in global markets, and they want to own that space before anyone else does. Autoblog / Leroy Marion The Efficiency Race Nobody ExpectedThe numbers coming out of both companies right now are genuinely hard to believe. Geely recently achieved 48.41 percent thermal efficiency with its new i-HEV hybrid system, a figure independently verified by Guinness World Records, alongside a claimed fuel economy of 106 miles per gallon. For context, Toyota's latest Prius, considered one of the most efficient engines in the world, manages a theoretical 44 percent. Four percentage points may not sound dramatic, but in thermal efficiency terms, that gap is enormous. Chery is right behind them. Its latest Kunpeng Tianqing engine achieves a claimed peak thermal efficiency of 48.57 percent, reached through a proprietary technology it calls "Dual-Curve Triple Linkage," making it the highest recorded figure for a mass-produced internal combustion engine in publicly available data. Chery has gone further than just raw efficiency numbers, though. The company is actively arguing that gasoline vehicles need to stop being dumb. Using its Mars StarCore MIND integrated architecture, Chery has worked to bridge the perception, decision-making, and execution capabilities of fuel-powered vehicles, essentially giving ICE cars the kind of intelligence that was previously exclusive to EVs. Autoblog / Leroy Marion View the 2 images of this gallery on the original article What This Means for the Rest of the WorldThe timing of this ICE resurgence is not accidental. As EV penetration in China's domestic market surpasses 50 percent, global data tells a different story: most of the world still drives on gasoline. Chinese automakers are building for that reality. Exports have become a lifeline for many Chinese brands as brutal domestic competition cuts margins at home. Highly efficient hybrids are a smarter export product than pure EVs in many markets. The US remains largely walled off. But that does not mean US consumers are insulated from what is happening. Geely has confirmed that its Zeekr and Lynk and Co brands could enter the US within the next three years, potentially produced at the Volvo factory in South Carolina, which is currently undergoing a $1.3 billion expansion. Meanwhile, Chinese automakers have rerouted strategies through local manufacturing in Europe and emerging markets. Lynk & Co. The deeper point is this: China did not abandon its EV ambitions. It is running both tracks simultaneously, pushing EVs abroad while quietly perfecting the combustion engine for the markets that are not ready to let it go. That dual strategy, backed by R&D firepower that Western manufacturers are struggling to match, is what makes the current moment genuinely significant. The internal combustion engine may not be coming back, but it isn’t finished either. China is just making sure it has a say in how the final chapter gets written. View the full article

PrestigeLincoln, for most, is an aspirational brand; it represents the very best of plush American automotive experience. Over the years, it's been a go-to for some of the American elite, especially with models like the Town Car and the enduring Navigator. One of those elites seems to have always preferred the Navigator; tennis legend Serena Williams is a fan and is getting a very special Navigator just for herself. One-Off Navigator Williams EditionLincoln has chosen to commemorate Serena's brand loyalty with a special one-off Navigator. According to the brand, the idea was to create an extension of her world, a calming space for her family while offering a sense of sanctuary and reflection. Lincoln Global Design Director Christine Park Cheng worked hand in hand with Serena to ensure the project reflected the very best of what Lincoln can do. Cheng said the project was initially challenging for her and her team, who aren't usually given the opportunity to design a car for a specific individual, let alone someone as iconic as Williams. She also stressed that the whole project hinges on translating Williams' personal style, accomplishments, and values into the car design. The car itself was customized at Galpin Lincoln in Los Angeles, a longtime partner for these types of projects. The project created some unique touches based on Williams' life, starting with the Serena Rose logo, which appears on the B-pillar and tailgate. Next up are the laser-engraved door sills with the saying "Keep Going," with each sill also featuring the birth years of Williams' husband and daughters. The tennis star wanted her interior to have a warm, cozy feel, prompting the creation of a unique colorway dubbed Clay Court, a blend of brown and beige tones. The exterior color is also a special hue called Perfect Rose, a mix of sunshine copper and a hint of pink that adds a sparkling effect. Lastly, incorporating Serena's favorite color, the team put hot pink inserts in the center compartment. Lincoln View the 6 images of this gallery on the original article Fit For OneWhile this treatment isn't available to the general public, Lincoln does offer the Black Label treatment. Black label refers to the brand's exclusive bespoke offering, which allows owners to customize certain design elements of their Lincolns. Black Label also offers exclusive membership perks, including pickup and delivery for your car, annual car detailing, and access to private dining experiences. Lincoln View the 3 images of this gallery on the original article View the full article

General Motors has announced $830 million in investments at three key propulsion plants in Michigan and Ohio to support the launch of the company’s next-generation full-size trucks and SUVs. The $830 million investments also include some production work recently started at these sites. In addition to the investment in U.S. production, GM also said it is investing half a billion dollars in a Canadian plant that will make the next-generation small-block V8 engines for the automaker's upcoming full-size trucks and SUVs. $830 Million for Three U.S. Propulsion Plants General Motors The bulk of the U.S. investments—$300 million—will be allocated to Romulus Propulsion Systems in Michigan, to increase production of 10-speed automatic transmissions. The gearboxes are used in GM’s most popular products, including the next-generation full-size trucks and SUVs. The new investment adds to a previous one of $300 million the site received in late 2025 to support this work. The facility in Romulus, Michigan has approximately 1,000 employees. GM also said it is investing a further $40 million at Toledo Propulsion Systems in Ohio to support capacity increases in 10-speed transmissions for light-duty trucks. This is in addition to a previous $40 million investment announced to employees in March. The Toledo facility is a support plant for some of GM’s most high-demand products and employs around 1,650 people. In addition to the investments in the two propulsion plants, GM announced it is allocation $150 million to Saginaw Metal Casting Operations in Michigan to increase head casting volume for Gen 6 V8 engines that will be used by next-generation full-size pickup trucks and Corvettes. The combined $830 million investment in U.S. propulsion sites brings GM’s investments in domestic manufacturing to over $6 billion over the past 12 months. $506 Million to Build Gen 6 V8s at Canadian Plant GM Canada In a separate but related announcement, GM Canada said it is investing C$691 million ($506 million) in its St. Catharines Propulsion Plant to support production of the sixth-generation V8 engine for GM’s upcoming full-size trucks and SUVs. The investment will go toward funding new machinery, equipment and tooling, as well as significant facility renovations at the site. Equipment has already begun arriving at the site, which will continue to produce the Gen 5 V8 engine while preparing for the changeover. The investment makes St. Catharines the third GM propulsion plant to build Gen 6 engines alongside Tonawanda Propulsion Plant in Buffalo, New York, and Flint Engine Operations in Flint, Michigan. These three plants will enable GM to meet customer demand for the high-volume full-size pickups and SUVs in North America. The engines built at St. Catharines will mainly supply GM Canada’s Oshawa Assembly in Ontario, which will produce the automaker’s next generation of gas-powered full-size pickup trucks. The site is GM’s only North American plant building both light-duty and heavy-duty Chevrolet Silverado pickups on the same line. GM’s Gen 6 V8 engine is expected to deliver stronger performance than the current generation, thanks to new combustion and thermal management innovations. View the full article

Carson Hocevar enters Texas as NASCAR's newest winner, capturing his first career win at Talladega last weekend. Texas Motor Speedway will host all three national divisions this weekend, with the Cup, O'Reilly, and Craftsman Truck Series. Tyler Reddick continues to hold a commanding lead in the championship, 110 points clear of Denny Hamlin. Joey Logano is the defending winner at Texas -- ...Keep readingView the full article

Industry NerdsMcLaren's known as the "nerds" of the industry, and the company has always prided itself on its clinical, precise engineering approach to building dream machines and legendary race cars. This has translated into a long list of achievements for them, including notable wins and championships at Le Mans, the Indy 500, and Formula 1. They are now looking at expanding the business portfolio, not just into cars but into another form of sport altogether. McLaren Golf McLaren GolfBack in March, the automotive company announced that it would be venturing into launching McLaren Golf. During that time, it was unclear to what extent they would be doing golf products. While it's not unusual for car brands to venture into golf apparel and merchandise, McLaren, being who they are, had other things in mind. Officially launched recently, the McLaren Golf brand not only says it will launch merchandise related to golf, but it will also make its own set of golf clubs. Specifically, McLaren will be releasing Iron sets for both recreational and professional players. At the core of McLaren Golf is a question: If there were no constraints, no legacy processes, no material limitations, what could a golf club become? Answering that, they used their engineering capabilities to employ a process called Metal Injection Molding (MIM), which is rarely used because of its complexity and cost. MIM is used to give McLaren Golf the precision control over material composition, internal geometry, and mass distribution, something not possible with traditional club making tecniques. The brand will initially offer two iron club sets: the Series 1, their take on a modern tour blade iron for lower handicappers, and the Series 3, a distance-enhancing cavity-back club with more forgiveness. McLaren Golf Star PowerLaunching your own bespoke golf clubs and brand is one thing, but doing it with the help of a real PGA tour pro lends more credibility. McLaren Golf signed PGA Tour veteran and major winner Justin Rose as a brand ambassador. Rose was also integral in the development of the clubs themselves, having worked hand in hand since the beginning. Both the Series 1 and 3 iron sets will be available in North America, Europe, and South Korea starting April 30, 2026. Prices for the clubs start at $375 per club head. Additionally, North American players can order the clubs through mclarengolf.com. McLaren Golf View the full article

Tony Stewart Racing will take on a new race track on the Mission Foods NHRA Drag Racing Series schedule. The NHRA Southern Nationals, previously contested at Atlanta Dragway, returns to the NHRA national event schedule at South Georgia Motorsports Park, just outside of Valdosta, Georgia. Leah Pruett’s Top Fuel dragster will show off the America Rebel Beer livery for the first time in 2026. The 12-time national event winner is coming off a final quad appearance at the NHRA 4-Wide nationals where she earned semi-final points and moved from fifth to third in the Top Fuel points standings, just 76 back from the lead. “I would say sitting third in points is a decent representation of our competitive status, especially with me coming off a two-year hiatus,” Pruett said. “We’ve captured two No. 2 qualifiers, a No. 3 qualifying position and earned the No. 1 spot in Pomona, California,” Pruett said. “I give the team a solid A in performance and effort, with me a solid B. We’ve accomplished this strong momentum together; however, I know there’s been opportunity left on my side of the table. I am trending overall in the right direction and look forward to improvement each race. Our first win of the season is coming soon.” While South Georgia Motorsports Park is new to the Mission Foods NHRA Drag Racing Series, Pruett has some experience at the track. “South Georgia Motorsports Park was the first place I ever went over 300 mph. The year was 2008, and I completed my Nitro Funny Car license in Jerry Toliver’s Rockstar car. I remember it like it was yesterday,” Pruett said. “In the left lane ripping though there, the car rattling at past half-track – it was the 5-disc clutch locking up – then steering hard right to stay off the wall. “I wasn’t sure what all had happened, because my brain was still at the starting line when I turned off the track. That’s how ‘new’ my processing speed was relative to going 308 mph for the first time,” Pruett continued. “A right-side cylinder went out and tried to push me to the wall, but I was able to react and square it back up. Wild memorable ride for sure. “Since then, I have tested there many times. Including a couple test sessions when the Dodge // SRT Demon was being developed, as well dialing in different Dodge Factory Stock Showdown cars in the last decade.” Pruett also found success at the previous iteration of the Southern Nationals, winning at Atlanta Dragway in Commerce, Georgia in 2018 and was runner-up in 2015. Like his Top Fuel teammate, Matt Hagan whose Dodge//SRT Hellcat Funny Car will feature the Shelor Motor Mile livery for the first time this season, has also made passes down South Georgia Motorsports Park. “I’m excited to head into South Georgia Motorsport Park here in Valdosta. Georgia, the peach state, it’s going be good. Excited to see some new fans, excited to be back on this racetrack. I ran Pro Mod here and one of my first test sessions with Don Schumacher Racing. Gary Scelzi crawled out of his car and retired, and I crawled in his and was just lucky to even fit. We made some laps back there in the day with Tommy Delago and I kind of cut my teeth there for NHRA, so it’s got some history for me. I’m excited to be there. I’m excited to see what’s new.” Hagan, the four-time NHRA Funny Car Champion and one of NHRA’s top 75 drivers of all-time, sits second in points, just 48 back, after driving his Dodge//SRT Hellcat to victory in NHRA’s 1000th Funny Car event at the Winternationals in California earlier this month. He’s coming off a final quad appearance at the NHRA 4-Wide Nationals just four days ago. “You know we have had a great start to the season. Confidence level is huge. Any time that you can start the season this good – get a win under your belt, go some rounds every weekend – it always builds confidence, but I think the biggest thing is the consistency. [Crew chief] Mike Knudson is not going to the guy who is only going to do well at a certain race or a certain time of the year. What I really, really like about him as far as his tuning abilities, he’s a little conservative on some things, but the consistency across the board. I don’t think we’re going to run into any weather conditions where he’s not going to have some sort of plan. Across the board, his knowledge and tuning ability is so diverse, he can adapt to whatever is thrown at him. Crew chiefs Mike and Phil [Shuler] and [car chief] Alex [Conaway] have a great baseline. These guys behind the scenes are what have kept us ahead all these years. They have a handle on what they want in different conditions and they can adapt. They put in the work, and it shows on track.” A win this weekend would be Hagan’s 57th in Funny Car. One of those victories came at the Southern Nationals contested at Atlanta Dragway back in 2016. He also finished runner-up in 2013 and 2018. The Southern Nationals was last contested in 2021. Competition at the NHRA Southern Nationals at South Georgia Motorsports Park is scheduled to begin with four rounds of qualifying Friday at 11:15 a.m. and 1:45 p.m. and Saturday at 12:30 and 3 p.m. The threat of weather may change those times. Eliminations are scheduled for Sunday at 11 a.m. Television coverage of the event will be on FOX Sports 1 (FS1) beginning with qualifying shows Saturday at 9:30 p.m. ET and Sunday at 1 p.m. ET. Eliminations will air on FS1 Sunday at 7 p.m. ET. The post Leah Pruett and Matt Hagan Ready to Take On South Georgia Motorsports Park first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

Dystany Spurlock will take another historic step in her groundbreaking 2026 season when she becomes the first Black woman to compete in the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series on May 8 at Watkins Glen International. Spurlock is set to take the green flag in the Bully Hill Vineyards 176 at The Glen, piloting the No. 69 Foxxtecca Toyota for MBM Motorsports and Garage 66. Her upcoming debut marks a major milestone in Spurlock’s budding career, as well as for American motorsports. Since its inaugural season in 1995, NASCAR’s Truck Series – one of the sanctioning body’s three national touring divisions alongside the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series and Cup Series – has never featured a Black female driver. Spurlock’s breakthrough represents continued progress in expanding representation at stock car racing’s highest levels. “I’m excited for Watkins Glen,” Spurlock said. “It’s been a while since I’ve raced on a road course, so I’m looking forward to getting back out there. Having the opportunity to compete in ARCA and make my debut in the Truck Series is going to be a lot of fun. I’m focused on learning as much as I can in both the car and the truck, and hopefully we can keep this top-10 momentum going!” Last month, Spurlock made headlines at Kansas Speedway by becoming the first Black woman to compete in the national ARCA Menards Series. She surpassed expectations with a thrilling 10th-place finish, even after being bumped in the closing laps. The controversial rear-bumper strike sent her car sideways, but she quickly recovered, drawing widespread praise for her control and composure and earning her the Reese’s Sweet Move of the Race. As part of her weekend at The Glen, Spurlock will take on the added challenge of a doubleheader. She’s scheduled to make her second national ARCA Menards Series start in the General Tire 100, where she’ll drive the No. 66 Foxxtecca Ford for MBM. Balancing two events in a single day at one of North America’s most demanding road courses will test Spurlock and her team’s versatility and stamina. The 2.45-mile circuit at the southern tip of Seneca Lake is known for its high-speed straightaways and technical corners, including the Esses, the sweeping Carousel in Turn 5, and the signature Bus Stop chicane, where races are often won or lost – or ended at the wall. While Spurlock, 34, has quickly become a can’t-miss talent in stock cars, her path to this moment has been two decades in the making. She began in motorcycle drag racing, where the Richmond, Virginia, native soon established herself as a standout in the 4.60 index class, setting records and taking home class victories. In 2024, she made history as the first woman to win the DME Racing Real Street class in the XDA Motorcycle Drag Racing Series with a 7.32 ET run at 178 mph. A year later, she debuted in NHRA Pro Stock Motorcycle, becoming just the second Black woman to compete in the category. She plans to follow that up by racing in two of the NHRA’s premier events later this season: the U.S. Nationals in Indianapolis on Sept. 4-7, and theTexas NHRA Fall Nationals in Dallas on Oct. 16-18, both with Arana Racing. This story was originally published on April 30, 2026. The post Motorcycle Drag Racer Dystany Spurlock to Make NASCAR Truck Series Debut in Historic Doubleheader at Watkins Glen first appeared on Drag Illustrated. View the full article

We’re suckers for classic Moto Guzzi café racers. But we like it even more when someone messes up the recipe a little. As with this sleek and quirky 1000 SP from France—which mixes conventional and unorthodox styling cues to great effect.It comes from Samuel Aguiar, a multi-talented chap who designs... View the full article

Here’s gallery #2, and if you missed the photos we already posted, use the link below to check them out too. (Photos by David Whealon) The PDRA East Coast Nationals at GALOT Motorsports Park were some badass drag races and for good reason. This is one of the coolest dragstrips in the country, and when the PDRA is in town the crowds are always great. With Pro Nitrous, Pro Boost, Pro Street, and more, there is no shortage of great racing action for the fans to see. Lucky for us, David Whealon was on hand shooting photos like a madman, so that we have galleries to share with all you BANGshifters. Check them out below. We have several galleries to share, so click on any photo below to make them bigger so you can scroll through the slideshow. CLICK HERE IF YOU MISSED OUR PREVIOUS PDRA PHOTOS The post More 2026 PDRA East Coast Nationals Photos! Big Power, Big Smoke, And A Big Show At GALOT. appeared first on BangShift.com. View the full article