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One way or another, the future will be electric. With the debut of Harley-Davidson s new LiveWire EV-only brand, more and more motorcycles will take on the trend. For Curtiss Motorcycles, luxury marries electrification in a ride. On that note, the brand just rolled out a trailer that showcases the beginning of its new golden age of electric motorcycles. 8 photos
We know that retro-bikes will never lose their charm, and Curtiss Motorcycles seem to combine the vintage look with modern convenience. Formerly known as Confederate Motors, the Alabama-based brand has a rich history dating back to 1907, when Glenn Curtiss set an unofficial world record of 136 mph (219 kph), on a 40 hp (30 kW) V8-powered motorcycle designed and built by himself in Florida.
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Barrett-Jackson is now auctioning off the first retail production model of the new GMCHummer EV for charity, with 100 percent of the proceeds going towards the Stephen Siller Tunnel to Tower Foundation. The entire production run for the new vehicle was sold out within 10 minutes of registration, so this could be your second chance at acquiring one if you’ve missed out the first time.
With the serial number VIN 001, the upcoming four-wheel drive is powered by three motors pushing out an incredible 1,000 horsepower, giving you a 0-60mph time of just three seconds. Raw power aside, the new Hummer will also come with a list of handy features for those looking to take it off-roading, including GMC’s CrabWalk feature with four-wheel steering, an adaptive air suspension system, 18-inch wheels with robust Goodyear Wrangler Territory wires, underbody cameras and additional armor, rock sliders, and an Infinity Roof design allowing you to remove the glass panels for an
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Los Angeles-based four-wheel drive expert Icon has now crafted a special “Old School Edition” of its rugged FJ44.
Using a 1972 Land Cruiser as its basis, the new edition gives the off-roader a massive power upgrade, now carrying a 6.2-liter V8 from GM that can push out a whopping 430 horsepower and 450 pound-feet of torque via an Alsin Warner AX15 five-speed manual transmission and Atlas II two-speed transfer case. The company also couples Dynatrac Dana 60 rear and front axles with a Fox Racing coil-over suspension, sitting above hydroboost-assisted Brembo Sport brakes, the company’s own forged aluminum wheels, and all-terrain tires from BF Goodrich.