With speeds that peaked 175 mph, BYU engineering broke the world land speed record for the 1,100 pound class by averaging speeds of 155.8 mph at the Bonneville Salt Flats. It took 7 years and 130 students to manufacture the custom built Electric Blue streamliner and 1 failed attempt to break the record.
A fire-breathing boar in full, rocket-launching body armor, on a motorcycle with a dairy-demanding chimp. Sounds like a job for a guy on a buffalo.
Collars & Co.'s Maverick Performance Pants bring tailored refinement to everyday movement. Cut from lightweight, technical fabric with built-in stretch and wrinkle resistance, they carry a polished silhouette that looks at home in the office, on a flight, or out for dinner. The performance-minded construction stays comfortable through hours of wear while keeping its shape and crispness without frequent touch-ups. It's the kind of pant that dresses up without feeling rigid and performs like activewear without sacrificing style. Ideal for anyone who wants one pair that does it all.
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Luca Faloni's City Jacket elevates the everyday outer layer with Italian craftsmanship and purposeful design. Tailored in a rich midnight blue that pairs effortlessly with both tailored and casual outfits, it blends structure with mobility so you look sharp whether you're navigating the city streets or heading out for the night. Premium fabrics and thoughtful construction mean it wears comfortably across seasons while maintaining a refined silhouette that feels at home in any setting. It's a versatile jacket that strikes the rare balance of effortless style and dependable performance.
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Red Bull takes a few practice laps on Austin's soon-to-be Circuit of the Americas. The 3.4-mile track is the first purpose-built Grand Prix facility in the U.S. and will be the home of the Formula 1 United States Grand Prix starting November 18, 2012.
Professional racer and stunt driver Mike Ryan takes his Freightliner Cascadia Pikes Peak Edition race truck to the Formula Drift Championship at Irwindale Speedway for some big time, big rig drifting with special guest William Klopper riding shotgun.
Nissan, in collaboration with Sony and Polyphony Digital have selected 16 lucky Gran Turismo 5 gamers for a once-in-a-lifetime chance at becoming a racing legend. The five-part reality series will air to all us jealous suckers on SPEED September 20, 2011 at 10 pm.
Motor Trend puts 11 of the world's most badass cars head-to-head for the drag race to end all drag races.
T-Mobile's family plan flips the usual wireless math by bundling premium features competitors charge extra for into one straightforward package built to last. With three or more lines, families can save over $1,000 per year versus Verizon and AT&T while locking in a five-year price guarantee on talk, text, and data, and those savings do not vanish when promos end. Save on streaming, satellite, and more benefits they leave out. The plan includes Netflix and Hulu on Us, Apple TV for just $3 a month, premium unlimited data, international coverage with up to 30GB of high-speed data in 215+ countries, and T-Satellite for texting and data on supported apps. Add fast, app-based switching that takes about 15 minutes per line and access to America's Best Network, and it is a family plan designed for less hassle and more value.
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Headwear becomes true performance equipment with Melin's HydroLite collection, engineered for daily use rather than seasonal rotation. Lightweight, breathable fabrics combine with moisture and water resistance to handle heat, sweat, and travel without losing structure or shape. Performance features stay hidden within a clean, minimal exterior, delivering durability and shape retention built for long-term, repeat wear across environments.
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Don't blink.
If there's one thing we've learned from Final Destination, outwitting the Grim Reaper will only lead to an even more gruesome death.