He ran a red light chasing a race truck through Mexico… then police handcuffed him and took him to the station
This racing story reveals a side of motorsports that has little to do with polished circuits and professional pit lanes. During his first Baja 1000 experience in Mexico, the driver was assigned to chase a race hauler, ran a red light trying to stay with it, and ended up handcuffed and taken to a police station before eventually being released after paying money. On later trips, he describes crossing the border with missing paperwork, handing out T-shirts and stickers, and even leaving cases of Red Bull where military checkpoints could find them. The story then shifts to a tiny dirt track where the posted rules called for four-cylinder, front-wheel-drive cars, yet he found himself being rear-ended by a V6 Mustang during the heat race. Before the feature, he discovered fuel jugs missing from his race hauler but decided confronting the people nearby was not worth risking his teeth. He ultimately lapped the entire field, finished ahead of his son, and was disqualified under a rule that penalized drivers for going too fast - but he still left with the trophy and another unforgettable racing story.
2026-09-11T12:01:24Z
Porsche patented a "six-stroke" engine, and it could change sports cars forever
Porsche has patented an innovative six-stroke engine that combines the benefits of a two-stroke engine's power with the durability and emissions cleanliness of a four-stroke engine. This design introduces two additional strokes—combustion and compression—resulting in the following cycle: intake, compression, combustion, compression, combustion, and exhaust. It utilizes existing technology such as gears, rods, cranks, and pistons and features uniflow scavenging, similar to two-stroke diesel engines used in ships and locomotives. The six-stroke engine is projected to generate 25% more power than a traditional four-stroke engine while maintaining cleaner emissions. It may enable higher boost pressures and better emissions performance, enhancing power potential with minimal environmental impact. Porsche's patent positions the company to lead in developing high-power, emissions-friendly engines that align with upcoming carbon-neutral fuel regulations. #d4a #porsche #sixstroke
2026-06-26T19:33:58Z
Experts warn six luxury cars may drain owners’ wallets
Troublesome six models: Range Rover Sport, BMW 7 Series, Mercedes-Benz CLS, Audi A3, Cadillac Escalade, and Genesis GV80 are highlighted for costly repairs and poor reliability. Why they’re risky: Issues include air suspension failures, electronic breakdowns, underpowered engines, poor fuel efficiency, and technology overload that can overwhelm owners. Buyer advice: Experts urge checking depreciation rates, maintenance costs, and warranty coverage before buying, and considering more reliable alternatives.
2026-10-07T16:13:50Z
