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Dick Trickle, NASCAR Driver, Found Dead Of Apparent Self-Inflicted Gunshot Wound

Joe Student — Thu, 16 May 2013 21:30:24 +0000

Former NASCAR driver Dick Trickle was found dead of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head on Thursday, Lincoln County (N.C.) police said. The discovery of Trickle's body near the Forest Lawn Cemetery came after the Lincoln County Communications Center had received a call e

2014 Corvette Stingray Will Cost About $52K for Base Model

Mike Adams — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 20:34:23 +0000

Prepare to take out a second mortgage on your home or perhaps even sell off your first born, because General Motors announced earlier last week that the 2014 Corvette Stingray will cost around $52,000 – and that’s just for the base model.

Kid Steals Car to Avoid Church [VIDEO]

Kyle Dowling — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 18:53:48 +0000

And here we thought falling asleep in church was bad. Most of us have visited God’s house at least once in our lives, and we could most likely unanimously agree it was utterly boring and even somewhat terrifying. Unfortunately, we didn’t have the gall to do anything about our aforementioned boredom the way this kid did. [...]

What Are the 10 Most Popular Cars in the World?

Chris Chaberski — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 16:01:03 +0000

Can you guess the most popular car in the world? The answer may surprise you. Well, it might not surprise you if you were paying attention last year, because for the second year in a row, the Ford Focus is the highest-selling car in the world, with more than a million sold in 2012. Close [...]

Two Audis Square Off in "Paint Ball War" [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 17:18:29 +0000

It’s the “Ultimate Paintball Duel” presented by Audi now making its way around the World Wide Web. Not sure I’d buy this car until after a trip to the car wash, because I’d want to check out the damage from the “fight”, if any. Enjoy the video:

Motorcycle Gang Blocks Highway For Marriage Proposal

Kyle Dowling — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 21:26:19 +0000

Who knew bikers were such hopeless romantics? The Rockefeller Center ice skating rink might be perfect for marriage proposals in New York City, but if you’re in Los Angeles you’ll have to get a little more creative — like shutting down a major highway. Sadly, not many people have the ability to do that, but [...]

It Takes the Same Amount of Time to 'Buckle Up' as it Does to 'Lose Your Life' [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 20:46:44 +0000

Here’s hoping that the two people not wearing seat belts, that were stopped at the traffic light with me this morning at U.S. 59 South/287 Loop, watch this “bring the message home” video:

Return of the Stingray: The 2014 Corvette Unveiled

Eric Rogell — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:28:44 +0000

Get ready 'Vetteheads. For only the seventh time in its storied 61 year history, the Corvette has undergone a complete redesign. And from what we saw unveiled in Detroit last week, this new C7 is not only the most powerful, race-ready standard model ever built by Chevy, but its aggressive, razor sharp lines make it the most head-turning model in years

Freddie Mercury's Rolls-Royce Sold at Auction

Jeff Giles — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 16:28:57 +0000

Queen's Freddie Mercury may have enjoyed singing about riding his bicycle, but like any rock star worth his salt, he had plenty of gasoline-powered wheels too -- and thanks to a recent auction, one of his nicest cars now has a new owner.

Watch a 1969 Can-Am Mustang Go From Concept to Killer

Chris Illuminati — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 14:30:37 +0000

The Real Thing is a short documentary about Bodie Stroud, a custom hot rod builder from Los Angeles, California and his 1969 Can-Am Mustang. As if the restored classic wasn’t bad ass enough, Stroud dropped an extremely rare motor built specifically for racing legend Mario Andretti. The short film follows Stroud during the restoration process [...]

Toyota Recalls 160,000 Tacoma Pickup Trucks

Mike Adams — Mon, 26 Nov 2012 17:26:53 +0000

Toyota announced over the weekend that it plans to recall about 160,000 Tacoma mid-size pickup trucks due to an issue that could result in the spare tire falling off. The recall affects model years 2001 to 2004, where the spare tire is kept beneath the bed of the truck. Not enough phosphate was applied to [...]

Glow-in-the-Dark Roads Will Be Here Soon

Joe Student — Sun, 04 Nov 2012 15:00:58 +0000

Everything awesome usually debuts in Europe first (except for football, Buffalo wings and Kate Upton). The latest innovation that Europeans will have long before Americans: glow-in-the-dark roads, which will debut in The Netherlands in mid-2013. Studio Roosegaarde and management group Heijmans will begin using a photo-luminising powder that replaces road markings in the Dutch province [...]

Nice Turn-out For Hotel Fredonia Car Show

Rick St. Nick — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 23:20:48 +0000

Saturday (August 25) was probably one of the nicest days we have seen here in East Texas in a long time. The sun peeked in and out between the puffy white clouds and the temperature hovered near 85 most of the day with low humidity.

The Hotel Fredonia and RG Car Show Productions put on a spectacular event in downtown Nacogdoches which saw over 50 entries from car enthusiasts around the region.

Thieves Love the Honda Accord

Jen Austin — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 14:40:08 +0000

The Honda Accord seems to be one of the most common vehicles seen on the roads, not only across the US, but right here in East Texas. Driving on the Highway 59 we see tons of Accords, mixed in with several domestic pickup trucks and foreign and domestic SUVs. I’m rockin’ a Chevy Traverse, packed full of car seats, diaper bags, and scattered discarded Cheerios. And you?

If you drive a Tahoe, rest assured, it’s not likely to be stolen. But if you drive a foreign car, you’re chances of having it ripped off are pretty good. Yikes!

Sammy Hagar Selling His 2007 Mustang Shelby GT500 Coupe

Chad Childers — Sun, 19 Aug 2012 16:43:34 +0000

There’s no doubt that notorious lead foot Sammy Hagar loves his cars, but the “Red Rocker” is ready to part with one of his stellar hot rods for a price. The vocalist has posted online that he’s ready to let go of his 2007 Mustang Shelby GT500 Coupe, and is willing to throw in some extra goodies for good measure.

Save Some Cash by Pre-Registering for the Oldest Town in Texas Biker Rally & BBQ Cook Off

Andree Valentine — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 20:14:24 +0000

The 4th Annual Oldest Town in Texas Motorcycle Rally & BBQ Cook Off returns to the Nacogdoches County Expo Center, September 14-16!

This annual event attracts motorcycle enthusiasts from across the country, while some of the best cook off teams in the state will compete and sample their best BBQ food to the public!

Hood Slide Goes Hilariously Wrong

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 18:30:37 +0000

The hood slide was popularized by good ol’ boys Bo and Luke on the TV series ‘Dukes of Hazzard.’ The move has been repeated millions of times since, but usually without the Duke’s well-practiced accuracy. But what you are about to see is probably the finest example of a hood slide fail ever recorded. Let’s talk about [...]

Great Texas Mud Race Slated For August 3rd in Nacogdoches [VIDEO]

Rick St. Nick — Wed, 01 Aug 2012 15:18:37 +0000

You don't have to be a hog to enjoy the rumblin' sounds of the baddest fast track mud drag racin' and mud bog racin'. The 9th annual Great Texas Mud Race, sponsored by Metro PCS, burns rubber at the Nacogdoches County Expo Fairgrounds on Friday, August 3rd.

Classes range from street stock to 3000hp blown alcohol mud rockets. The Great Texas Mud Race is a 'family friendly' event, where not only is bleacher seating available, but lawnchairs are highly encouraged.

Tickets??

Go for a Ride in a Formula One Race Car Without Leaving Your Living Room

Danny Gallagher — Sun, 29 Jul 2012 20:00:57 +0000

Going for a ride in a high performance race car might look like a blast, but it’s quite dangerous if you don’t know what you’re doing. These are powerful, fuel injected vehicles that respond to the slightest movements and reactions. One slight turn or brake can mean the different between setting a world record for the fastest lap on the Circuits of the Americas or the most compound fractures sustained in a car accident.

Is This Husband's Car Crash Prank Funny or Cruel?

Don Deane — Tue, 24 Jul 2012 15:39:45 +0000

There are funny pranks and those that are just plain cruel. This one, where a husband convinces his wife that they’re about to be creamed by a semi truck in a head-on collision, is definitely more the latter. Hey, this could be grounds for divorce, buddy.