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TerraCraft Tilting Enclosed Reverse Trike Concept

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This just came across my desk and it looks so interesting I thought I should take a break from what I was doing to put it out here. It's a new concept from a Texas based company called TerraCraft. It's a rear engine, tilting reverse trike with an enclosed body. It has a tube frame, retractable canopy and, to my eye, one of the better looking designs so far. The team … [Read more...]

What is Horsepower and Torque?

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Since this discussion happens so often, as it has, again, on the previous post, it's about time we explain horsepower and torque and how they relate. There are a lot of misconceptions, but there doesn't have to be because both are straightforward terms used everyday when motor vehicles (and a lot of other things) are discussed. Please read this entire article carefully … [Read more...]

Torq Roadster From Epic Electric Vehicles Puts Electric Power in a 3 Wheel Package

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When I first saw the Torq Roadster, it brought flashbacks of the patent drawings of the Slingshot we wrote about a couple of months ago and since Polaris does have an electric vehicle division, well, the connection seemed logical, but it's not the case. The Torq Roadster comes from Epic Electric Vehicles, the same folks who built an electric wake boat and an electric ATV. They … [Read more...]

Elio Motors Planning New 3 Wheeler in Former Louisiana GM Plant

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When someone announces a new motorcycle or car, coming soon with great specs and amazing price, you just have to be a bit cautious, so this new 3 wheeler from Elio Motors, may be a huge success, it may never be produced or it may fall somewhere in between. The quick story: 3 wheels tandem seats 84 mpg highway / 49 mpg city 8 gallon tank inline, 3 cylinder, 1 … [Read more...]

Are All of the Interesting Motorcycles Used Motorcycles or One Off Specials?

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With all due respect to the motorcycle manufacturers out there, it's hard to name one current or anticipated model that is causing any excitement, but, this isn't a criticism, I understand their predicament. When the economy slows down and few people have the resources to buy a brand new bike, what are companies supposed to do? While a segment of the potential customers will … [Read more...]