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Cadillac Art and Science. Opposites Attract
Cadillac's new 'Art and Science' design philosophy has customers talking about the brand again. But there have been some peaks and troughs…
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Name those cars. Top Gear special
Top Gear assembles all British cars ever (nearly). Can you name them? A new series of Top Gear starts in its native…
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Volkswagen Type 2. Cuñado
I sat watching this video, soaking up the scene, dreaming of cruising beach roads in an early Volkswagen van and then remembered…
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iPhone Postcard from Le Mans. Controlling the Nerves
This is my first Le Mans, and I’m quite excited. I’m also quite nervous. The pressures and the effort involved in covering…
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Tank Moto. Beautiful Bike Awesomeness
From the people that bring you Fuel Magazine, Tank Moto is a very swanky new publication bringing you the best in bike…
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Playtime just got real. Danny MacAskill. Imaginate
One man, one bike, some oversized toys, a tank and a Formula 1 car. Danny MacAskill has done it again. After setting…
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crankandpiston.com On Tour
Key points on the checklist for any crankandpiston holiday in Europe: - passport, tickets, travel insurance - sun tan lotion, with umbrella…
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Slick Attire. Weaving A Story With T-Shirt Designs
A wandering thread with Slick Attire... The Mercedes-Benz CLR-GT1 was notoriously tricky to handle, as the 1999 24 Hours of Le Mans…
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Need For Speed Movie. Feel The Need On The Set
“’Need for Speed’ is definitely accurate and authentic to real car racing culture.” It’s a shame director Scott Waugh’s words end with…
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iXoost. The Loudest, Most Expensive iPod Dock Available
The iXoost: when the music from your V8 just doesn’t cut it anymore. Let’s get the biggie out the way first: the…
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How A Car Becomes An Oven. Infographic
How hot does your car get when left in the Middle Eastern sun? The answer will surprise you…. If you live in…
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Reader Poll. Your Track Day Weapon of Choice
Quick question for you: what would you want to take for a spin around Le Mans? A hypothetical scenario for you. You’re…