Shoei RF-SR2 Helmet Review: More Air and Aero for $500
Shoei has released the RF-SR2 helmet, an evolution of the original RF-SR, with a focus on improved aerodynamics and ventilation. The new helmet features a more compact and mature design, with a redesigned rear spoiler that provides an 82% aerodynamic…
Padgett’s Motorcycles Wins Royal Automobile Club Torrens Trophy
The Royal Automobile Club has awarded its prestigious Torrens Trophy to Padgett’s Motorcycles, a Batley, West Yorkshire-based dealership and race team that has supported British riders for over 60 years. The trophy recognizes outstanding contributions to safe and skillful motorcycling…
2026 Yamaha Ténéré 700 Commuter Review: Urban Adventuring
As the owner of Whitney Auto Service in Southern California's San Fernando Valley, I put the 2026 Yamaha Ténéré 700 to the test as a commuter bike. With its seat height of 34.4 inches, it's a tall bike, but I…
2026 Kawasaki KLE500 SE Review: 17 Fast Facts
The 2026 Kawasaki KLE500 SE is an all-new adventure bike that revives the KLE500 nameplate, which was popular in Europe from 1991 to 2007. Powered by a 451cc parallel twin engine, the KLE500 SE is available in two versions: the…
Vespa History: 80 Years of the Wasp
Vespa has been a household name for 80 years, with nearly 20 million scooters sold worldwide since Enrico Piaggio patented the design on April 23, 1946. The company's history began in 1884 when Rinaldo Piaggio founded it in Genoa, Italy,…
Diesel Prices Hit All-Time High, Driving Up Costs Across Industries
The ongoing Iran war has led to global supply constraints, causing diesel prices to reach a new record high of $5.85 per gallon. This increase has a ripple effect on various industries, including transport, deliveries, and agriculture, as most heavy…
One German Sedan Outperforms Every Tesla in Battery Health After 93,000 Miles
A comprehensive study by Aviloo, the largest independent study of used EV batteries, has revealed that top-performing electric vehicles (EVs) lose less than 5% of their range after 93,205 miles of driving. The study analyzed over 500,000 battery tests and…
Oil Prices Surge to $96 as Iran Conflict Escalates
Oil prices have reached $96 per barrel as the conflict between the US and Iran intensifies. Brent crude rose 1.1% to $96.72 per barrel, while US crude prices have increased by 11% this week. The fighting has added to existing…
Kingsland, TX: Dashcam Captures No-Look Lane Change on RM 1431, Nearly Causes Sideswipe Accident
A shocking dashcam video from Kingsland, Texas, shows a driver making a no-look lane change on RM 1431, forcing the dashcam owner into the center turn lane and nearly causing a sideswipe accident. The incident occurred on August 10, 2026,…
US Service Sector Expands in August at Fastest Pace in Six Months
The US service sector expanded in August at its fastest pace in six months, driven by strong demand and a pickup in business activity. The Institute for Supply Management's services index rose 1.3 points to 55.4, the highest level since…