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Finnegan’s Blasphemi Triumphs After Drag Week Carnage
30Nov By S.MartinezNo Comments
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Finnegan’s Blasphemi Triumphs After Drag Week Carnage

After a series of spectacular wheelstands during this year’s Drag Week, Finnegan’s Blasphemi 1955 Chevrolet Gasser faced significant damage. But the story doesn’t end there—watch as the team transforms carnage into triumph in Episode 376 of Finnegan's Garage.Key TakeawaysBlasphemi sustained damage from landing a big wheelstand during Drag Week.The team managed to fix all the broken parts and achieved a personal best at Blasphemi track.Finnegan's Garage showcases the resilience of drag racing teams in overcoming challenges.As we watched Finnegan’s Blasphemi 1955 Chevrolet Gasser perform jaw-dropping wheelstands during Drag Week, few could have anticipated the extent of damage it would suffer upon landing. Yet, this isn't just a tale of destruction; it's one of resilience and redemption.The ...
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Gravelwerx Racing’s Matthew Nykanen Makes Podium with Battered BMW
25Nov By AGN EditorNo Comments
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Gravelwerx Racing’s Matthew Nykanen Makes Podium with Battered BMW

When it comes to rallying, perseverance is key. Gravelwerx Racing’s Matthew Nykanen and his co-driver Lars Anderson proved this at the American Rally Association season closer in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula. Despite driving a battered BMW E36 with only three wheels, they managed an impressive podium finish. The duo started off strong during their run through rocky terrain but faced unexpected challenges.In the heat of competition, Nykanen and Anderson encountered a significant obstacle when one of their wheels got stuck on a large rock in Special Stage 13. This led to the left rear suspension breaking two miles into the stage. “We still had about three miles to go with the rear driver's corner of the car dragging on the ground,” recalled Nykanen.Despite the damage, they didn’t give up and c...
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