A new class-action lawsuit is claiming General Motors trucks and SUVs are way too easy to steal and that GM isn’t doing enough to fix it. Originating in the Eastern District of Texas, the lawsuit revolves around a weak point in GM’s keyless entry system. Allegedly, this weakness lets thieves unlock GM vehicles and drive…
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Whether it’s cruising on a long trip or just commuting around town, sheepskin offers a unique experience that you just can’t get with regular motorcycle seat covers. It’s not just about looks or tradition — there’s something about the material that keeps riders coming back. People use sheepskin on motorcycle seats because it offers more…
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There are a number of ways to transfer an engine or motor’s power into drive, and these are generally split into two camps — automatic and manual transmissions. While gear-based transmissions have been popular for many years, more and more manufacturers are developing continuously variable transmissions, citing improved fuel efficiency and smooth acceleration as the…
Harley-Davidson is a brand deeply tied to tradition, from its distinctive rumble to hands-on garage tuning. Carbureted engines were a part of that rugged image for decades. Owners loved tinkering with their motorcycles, feeling mechanically connected beyond the open road…. Check out the original article: [Slashgear] When Did Harley-Davidson Switch From Carbureted Engines To EFI?
While the ’60s saw automakers in America duke it out for supremacy in a war of horsepower, the Clean Air Act of 1970 saw the following decade turn into a very different kind of battle. Automakers’ attention turned to meeting increasingly stringent emissions requirements, and thanks to the Oil Crisis, they scrambled to adapt cars…
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Looking for a good way to tell how long someone has been interested in pickup trucks? Simply see if they still use the word Dodge when talking about Ram Trucks. Amazingly, it’s now been over 15 years since Ram’s parent company, Stellantis, formerly known as Chrysler or Fiat Chrysler, decided to spin off its truck…
Do you spend your weekends at Jeep mud runs or vacation on the Rubicon Trail in California? If so, you’ll know what a skid plate is and may have asked yourself if it’s really a necessary addition to your vehicle. Skid plates are panels found on the undersides of vehicles intended for off-roading and on…
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When it comes to Harley-Davidson, a few things are usually guaranteed. The first and probably the most important is a quality motorcycle that shows the world you are serious about life as a biker. The second is quality and a rich, layered history that’s sure to make any motorcycle enthusiast shed a tear…. Check out…
