Thirty-five stories. Five days. No shortage of horsepower, controversy, wreckage, racing drama, or genuinely useful advice. This is your complete Backfire News weekly automotive news roundup for July 13–17, 2026.
From a salvage-yard Corvette countdown and a looming diesel-rule rewrite to a 600-hp V8 motorcycle, an 800-hp desert supercar, classic-car auctions, racing shake-ups, and buyer guides that can save you real money, here is everything we published this week.
Friday, July 17: Wrecked Corvettes, Diesel Rules, Celebrity Classics, and Wild Bikes
Top 10 Most Wrecked Corvettes Currently Listed on IAAI
America’s sports car shows its darker side in a salvage-lot countdown packed with broken fiberglass, bent frames, and tempting project-car possibilities.
The Diesel Delete Crackdown Collapsed in 2026, and EPA’s Next Rule Might Make Part of It Official
The enforcement landscape around deleted diesel trucks has shifted, and the EPA’s next move could formalize part of the industry’s new reality.
Hyundai Just Cut $6,300 From the IONIQ 5 N’s Price — And Threw In Tesla Supercharger Access
Hyundai made its rowdy performance EV substantially cheaper while adding native access to Tesla’s charging network.
Honda’s Boosted V3R Just Left a Paper Trail in Australia, and It’s Not Even Using a Turbo
Australian design filings reveal more of Honda’s unusual V3 motorcycle and its electrically driven compressor technology.
Boss Hoss Still Builds a Motorcycle Around a 600-HP Big-Block Chevy
Boss Hoss keeps the beautifully unreasonable V8 motorcycle alive with a cruiser built around as much as 600 horsepower of big-block Chevrolet muscle.
This 1958 Nash Metropolitan Once Belonged to Jimmy Buffett, and It’s Heading to Auction
A tiny pastel convertible with a very big celebrity backstory is crossing the auction block this month.
Kim Kardashian Bought a $285K 1973 Ford Bronco—Here’s What That Money Actually Buys
We break down the craftsmanship, upgrades, and celebrity premium behind a six-figure classic Ford Bronco.
Deal Alert: Nowell Leather’s Hand-Stitched Wallets and EDC Gear Are Built Like a Well-Kept Ride
Partner content: Hand-stitched wallets and everyday-carry pieces bring the same appeal as a thoughtfully restored project car.
A Supreme Court Phone Privacy Ruling Just Gutted Flock’s Best Legal Defense
A phone-privacy decision could reshape the legal fight over automated license-plate readers and the permanent record of where drivers go.
Six Months After Going NHRA, Middle Georgia Sports Park Is for Sale for $3 Million
The newly NHRA-sanctioned Georgia drag strip is already looking for a buyer after a year of improvements.
This Ducati Panigale V4 Replica Has Only 3 Miles on It — and a MotoGP Story Behind the Paint
A nearly delivery-mile Ducati wears a vivid tribute to Jorge Martín’s 2023 MotoGP campaign and is now up for grabs.
EPA Wants to Rewrite the 2027 Diesel Truck Rule Before a Single Compliant Engine Has Shipped
The agency is reconsidering heavy-duty NOx rules before the first engines built to meet them have even reached customers.
Thursday, July 16: Insurance, Restomods, Racing, Lawsuits, and Two-Wheel Excess
Car Insurance, Demystified: How to Get Real Coverage Without Getting Overcharged
A plain-English guide explains coverage types, premium drivers, savings opportunities, and the gaps that can leave motorists exposed.
Why Restomods Are Quietly Taking Over the Classic Car World
Old-school style meets modern power, braking, and comfort in the builds reshaping the collector-car market.
The Only Camping and Overlanding Gear Guide You’ll Need This Year
Build a smarter adventure setup with our guide to sleeping, cooking, power, water, and storage gear.
A Wisconsin Fraudster Spent Investor Money on 600+ Snowmobiles — Now the Feds Need Three Auctions
A sprawling fraud case left the government with so many snowmobiles that liquidating them requires three separate sales.
ESPN’s Matt Miller Lost His Arm When His Ford Bronco Crossed Into a Semi’s Lane
A newly examined highway-patrol report provides the clearest account yet of the devastating Missouri crash.
This 1968 Camaro Yenko Restomod Just Hit eBay, 427 Option and All
A weathered first-generation Camaro project comes with Yenko inspiration and the option of serious big-block power.
This Weekend’s Racing Guide: F1, NASCAR, NHRA, and More (July 16-19)
Seven series race across Belgium, Tennessee, California, and beyond in one exceptionally crowded motorsports weekend.
Rezvani Teases an 800-HP Dune-Running Supercar, and Only Seven People Will Get One
The limited-production Rezvani Dune promises exotic-car power and off-road ability for just seven buyers.
2027 Suzuki Hayabusa: The One Fix That Actually Matters
Suzuki did not reinvent the Hayabusa, but one practical update directly addresses the hypersport bike’s everyday usability.
Diamond Atelier’s DA#22 Ultron Is a 205-HP Hyperbike With a Grown Titanium Exhaust
A 205-hp custom BMW pushes motorcycle craft into science fiction with an additively manufactured titanium exhaust.
A Car Photography Company Sued Stability AI and Runway Over 100,000 Allegedly Stolen Shots
EVOX Productions claims two generative-AI companies used an enormous library of its studio vehicle images without permission.
Honda’s First F1 Championship Car Is Climbing Goodwood Hill Again, 40 Years Later
The turbocharged Williams-Honda that helped redefine Formula 1 returns to the Goodwood hill four decades later.
Wednesday, July 15: Clean Cars, Tough Tires, Reliable Trucks, and Racing Trouble
The Only Car Detailing Guide You Need for a Showroom Finish at Home
Go from proper washing and decontamination to polishing and long-term protection with this complete home-detailing process.
How to Actually Pick the Right All-Terrain Tires for Your Truck or SUV
Learn how sizing and tread design affect the balance between trail traction, highway comfort, noise, and durability.
The Most Reliable Used Trucks You Can Actually Buy in 2026
Target the right model years, inspect the expensive trouble spots, and find a used pickup that is built to last.
Kyle Busch Gets His Charlotte Send-Off Date, and NASCAR Timed It Perfectly
NASCAR, the Busch family, and Richard Childress Racing found a fitting Charlotte date for a hometown farewell.
IHRA Cancels the Rest of Its 2026 Stock Car Season After Running Exactly One Race
The International Hot Rod Association pulled the plug after a single event, raising fresh questions about its rebuilding year.
Tuesday, July 14: Towing, Truck Comparisons, and Suspension Choices
Towing Safely, Explained: Trailers, Hitches, and Capacity Without the Guesswork
Understand ratings, hitch classes, weight distribution, trailer brakes, and correct loading before the next haul.
Silverado vs. F-150 vs. Ram: Which Full-Size Truck Actually Wins in 2026?
We compare America’s three pickup heavyweights on power, towing, usability, and value for real-world buyers.
Lift Kit, Leveling Kit, or Body Lift? Here’s How to Actually Choose
Our suspension guide explains the cost, capability, geometry, and compromises behind the three common ways to add height.
Monday, July 13: Muscle Cars, Trail Recovery, and Maintenance That Pays
The Definitive (and Slightly Obsessive) Guide to Classic American Muscle
Trace the golden era, meet the icons, and learn what collectors should watch before buying a classic American muscle car.
The Off-Road Recovery Gear That Could Save Your Next Trail Trip
From kinetic ropes and soft shackles to winches and recovery boards, this is the equipment worth packing before heading off pavement.
The Maintenance Schedule That Keeps Your Car Out of the Repair Shop
A clear schedule for oil, fluids, brakes, tires, and key service intervals helps prevent costly surprises and keeps a vehicle reliable.
That’s the Week—What Did You Miss?
Whether your lane is racing, trucks, motorcycles, EVs, classics, policy, or practical ownership advice, this week delivered something worth reading. Bookmark this roundup, share it with the enthusiast who always misses the good stuff, and check back next week for another full-throttle recap.
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