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Launch Control: Rally America Sno*Drift Apr 16, 2014

For 2014 the slate is once again wiped clean. Both the Subaru Rally Team USA and Subaru Rallycross Teams have new cars and new challenges ahead. Join us as we once again bring you the inside story on Season 2 of Launch Control. #launchcontroltv In this episode the Subaru Rally Team USA prepares for a battle in the cold Michigan snow at the Sno*Drift rally.

How-to perform a basic oil change Oct 08, 2013

Changing your own oil is both cheap and easy. Ryan shows you how on a 2004 Mazda3 2.0.

X Games Gymkhana Grid in Slow Motion Aug 03, 2013

Top drivers from around the world practice for the first Gymkhana Grid competition at X Games 2013 in Los Angeles. Featuring Ken Block, Tanner Foust, David Higgins, Liam Doran and others. Filmed during practice.

X Games Gymkhana Grid Course Preview Aug 02, 2013

A preview of the 2013 X Games Gymkhana Grid course with David Higgins of the Subaru Rally Team USA.

New England Forest Rally 2013: Quick and Dirty Stage Reel Jul 30, 2013

Raw stage action from the 2013 New England Forest Rally. Featuring Ken Block, David Higgins, Rifat Sungkar, Antoine L'Estage and many others. Look for the full event feature coming in August!

Evolution X Rally Test in Quadvision Jul 30, 2013

A couple days ago we brought you Rifat Sungkar’s test day, prior to the New England Forest Rally. Now, watch an entire lap of the course from four different angles simultaneously. That’s right, we’re bringing it to you in Quadvision!

Launch Control S01E08 - Nothing Comes Easy Jul 24, 2013

Following a devastating setback, the Subaru Rally Team USA attempts a massive comeback at the Susquehannock Trail Pro Rally. Plus, the Subaru Puma Rallycross Team heads to Germany for more X Games Global Rallycross action.

New England Forest Rally 2013 Evolution X Test Jul 23, 2013

Indonesian Rally Champion Rifat Sungkar, driver for the Fastron World Rally Team, prepares his Mitsubishi Evolution X for the New England Forest Rally in Maine.

Launch Control S01E07 - When it Rains it Poors Jul 10, 2013

The Global Rallycross season kicks off for the Subaru Puma Rallycross Team, as Bucky Lasek, Dave Mirra, and Sverre Isachsen head overseas for X Games Barcelona. After a test session in the picturesque Monterrat area of Spain, its time to hit the track in anger for the first time this season. However, nobody was expecting the sequence of events that would transpire on race day.

Mitsubishi vs. the Mountain: Pikes Peak 2013 Jul 04, 2013

Mitsubishi fields a pair of MiEV Evolution II electric racers to challenge the mountain in the 91st running of the Pikes Peak International Hillclimb competition. Drivers Greg Tracy and Hiroshi Masuoka attempt both a class and overall win versus rally legend Sebastian Loeb, last year's winner Rhys Millen, local favorite Paul Dallenbach and hillclimb pioneer Nobuhiro "Monster" Tajima.

Pikes Peak 2013 Electric Preview Jun 29, 2013

Running a pair of MiEV Evolution II Electric race cars, Mitsubishi drivers Hiroshi Masuoka and Greg Tracy are looking for no less than a class win at this year's Pikes Peak International Hillclimb in Colorado Springs, Colorado. These aren't anything like the electrics you see on the city streets, these are the ultimate in high-torque high-tech. Both cars are powered by no less than four electric motors putting out 533 effective horsepower. Competition is on Sunday, June 30. Other noted competitors include hillclimb legends Nobuhiro "Monster" Tajima, as well as Rod (Electric) and Rhys (Unlimited) Millen. This year also sees Peugeot returning to The Peak, with an Unlimited class gas-powered car driven by WRC Champion Sebastian Loeb.

Launch Control S01E06 - A Tale of Two Cities Jun 27, 2013

In this episode, David Higgins and Subaru Rally Team USA are on the west coast for the Oregon Trail Rally, while Bucky Lasek, Dave Mirra, Sverre Isachsen and the Subaru PUMA Rallycross Team are hard at work in Connecticut testing the new cars in preparation for the first overseas event.

Launch Control S01E05 - David vs. Goliath Jun 12, 2013

David Higgins and Craig Drew of Subaru Rally Team USA may be back-to-back champions, but at the Rally in the 100 Acre Wood, Ken Block has been king. A win here at round two for Higgins would rock the boat and shake things up for the rest of the series. But, an overnight storm in Missouri has dumped snow on the high-speed stages, placing the whole outcome into question. Can the teams keep it on the road in the treacherous conditions? Can Higgins and Drew get their first career win at this event?

Launch Control S01E04 - Buck Up May 29, 2013

Subaru PUMA Rallycross Team driver, Bucky Lasek, visits Vermont to get sideways with Formula D driver Ryan Tuerck on the snow covered forest roads, and drops in at Vermont SportsCar to check out his new rallycross car and show the team his gratitude. Meanwhile the Subaru Rally Team USA is in Missouri testing for the highspeed Rally in the 100 Acre Wood, where Mother Nature throws competitors a curve ball.

X Games Rallycross: Taste of Barcelona May 23, 2013

Highlights from our recent trip to Barcelona, Spain, to cover X Games Rallycross (part of the Global Rallycross Championship). Featuring Carlos Sainz, Tanner Foust, Dave Mirra, Bucky Lasek, Sverre Isachsen and Liam Doran.

Launch Control S01E03 - Blank Sheet pt. 2 May 15, 2013

Episode 2 left off with the Subaru Rally Team USA facing an overnight rebuild after a crash on the first day of Sno*Drift Rally 2013. The mechanics had a long night ahead of them to get the car back in action. Would the car be ready? Could Higgins and Drew hold on to their slim lead? Episode 3 has the answers.

Glorious Sounds of the Rockstar WRC05 May 14, 2013

Antoine L'Estage driving the Mitsubishi Lancer WRC05 before it had its season-ending off in Special Stage 9 at the 2013 Oregon Trail Rally. (Both driver and co-driver were unharmed.) This is nothing but 1.5-minutes of fast passes and the marvelous sounds of a WRC-spec engine. Tasty!

Ken Block Throwing Rocks: Hoonigan at OTR May 14, 2013

Extra Ken Block + [Hoonigan] Racing footage we had sitting around from the 2013 Oregon Trail Rally. We cut it together with only the sweet sweet sounds of that WRC-spec engine for your listening pleasure. Includes test footage as well as select Day 1-3 stages.

2013 Oregon Trail Rally: Dust and Glory May 13, 2013

Follow the Indonesian Rally Champion Rifat Sungkar and the Fastron World Rally Team as they compete in the brutal 3-day Oregon Trail Rally. Includes Ken "Hoonigan" Block, Antoine "Van Damme" L'Estage, David Higgins of the Subaru Rally Team USA and others.

Fastron World Rally Team - Oregon Trail Rally SS13 May 09, 2013

In-car video from the Fastron World Rally Team at the 2013 Oregon Trail Rally. Driver Rifat Sungkar (twitter: @rifato), Co-Driver Marshall Clarke. Filmed on Sunday, May 5, 2013 on Special Stage 13 near Dufur, Oregon.

Mitsubishi Evo X Rally Test with Rifat Sungkar - Oregon Trail Rally 2013 May 03, 2013

Indonesian Champion Rifat Sungkar tests his Mitsubishi Evolution X in preparation for the 2013 Oregon Trail Rally.

Launch Control S01E02 - Blank Sheet May 01, 2013

In episode 2 of Launch Control (part 1 of a 2 part episode), Subaru Rally Team USA reunites in Michigan for the 2013 Sno*Drift Rally. This is a new beginning, a chance for a fresh story starting from a blank sheet.

Car Clips: 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo "Ultimate" Apr 25, 2013

We point our camera at the 2013 Hyundai Veloster Turbo. As equipped this car has a 201-hp 1.6-liter twin-scroll turbo, a 6-speed automatic transmission, the "Ultimate Pack" (inc. Panoramic Sunroof) and sells for just north of $26,000

MC2 Reviews: MINI Paceman Apr 23, 2013

MC2 Magazine Technical Features Editor Jeff Zurchmeide drives the 2013 MINI Paceman through cones and mud. More about MINI: http://www.mc2magazine.com

Launch Control S01E01 - Rinse and Repeat - Subaru Rally Apr 17, 2013

The new series following the Subaru Rally Team USA and the Subaru Puma Rallycross team as they fight for overall victory in 2013.

Car Clips: 2014 Mazda6 Apr 06, 2013

The 2014 Mazda6 gets highlighted in this stylized walk around. This sedan features Mazdas new Skyactiv 2.5-liter engine good for 184-hp and an EPA combined 30mpg . The Touring-spec model is $30,000 as equipped.

Car Clips: 2013 Volvo S60 Mar 28, 2013

Starting at $31,000 the 2013 Volvo S60 T5 (2.5-liter, inline 5, 250-hp) is a sophisticated choice in all-wheel drive Sport Sedans. In this, our first in the "Car Clips" series, we take you on a visual walk-around and highlight some of the main features of the car.

Rally School - Trailer Mar 20, 2013

In this trailer for the upcoming feature "Rally School" you get to meet the three Subaru enthusiasts we put through the wringer over two days of class and competitions.

Subaru Crosstrek vs. Group-N Rally Car Mar 01, 2013

A lifted crossover versus a pure-racing rally car? Yeah, we did that. Paul Eklund runs circles against a DirtFish Group-N Rally Car to find just how well the new XV Crosstrek can hold up under pressure.

2013 Chevy Malibu LTZ Quick Drive Feb 27, 2013

Ryan takes a quick spin in the new 2013 Chevy Malibu LTZ with the 2-liter turbo inline 4. The Malibu is, unfortunately, a car he finds lacking in many ways.

Beast Mode - Tex's Modified 1986 GL Wagon Feb 21, 2013

A modified Subaru GL Wagon that will crush almost anything in its path. Produced by Driving Sports TV for Subiesport TV Episode 2.

2013 Cadillac ATS V6 Tested Jan 30, 2013

Ryan drives the 2013 Cadillac ATS 3.6 Premium Collection. Can Cadillac beat BMW at their own game with this $50,000 sport sedan? We put it through the wringer to find out.

2014 Subaru Forester Hot Lap Review Jan 25, 2013

Ryan does a hot lap in the 2014 Subaru Forester 2.0XT at the Inde Motorsport Ranch in Arizona. The in-car footage in this video is raw and uncut. Look for the complete review on the new Forester when Season 2 of Driving Sports TV kicks off in February.

2014 Subaru Forester Preview Jan 20, 2013

Recently, we flew down to Arizona to test the all-new 2014 Subaru Forester. Our driving impressions are still under embargo, so you'll have to wait a bit for the full review. For now, here's a preview featuring our exclusive interview with the project lead on the new Forester, Takuji Dai.

Subiesport Episode 2 Teaser Jan 16, 2013

Teaser trailer for the new hit series from the producers of Driving Sports: Subiesport TV! Episode 2 coming in February 2013.

Kia Soul: Interpretive Dance Review Jan 08, 2013

Ryan drives the 2012 Kia Soul. When we filmed this we thought attempting a review through "interpretive dance" was a good idea. In retrospect, we were probably wrong. The Soul + we tested had the 2.0-liter motor and is estimated to get 24/29mpg.

2013 Audi S5 Driven Dec 30, 2012

While on assignment in Colorado, Ryan fits in a quick refi of the 2013 Audi S5, a $67,000 coupe with Audi's legendary Quattro system and a supercharged 3.0 V6.

Holiday Special Dec 28, 2012

Erica and Aaron take a pair of SUVs to the mountain as part of our annual holiday tradition.

Scion FR-S Drift Test Nov 18, 2012

Ryan tests the 2013 Scion FR-S on the Dirtfish Skidpad. Normally, drifting a Scion FR-S would be like a fish to water, but something just isn't right here...

Global Rallycross in Slow-Motion: 2012 Final Nov 02, 2012

Experience the 2012 GRC final round in slow-motion. Ken Block, Tanner Foust, Dave Mirra, Bucky Lasek and more take to the dirt, asphalt and air for the prize.

Ryan Attempts to Drift a Subaru BRZ (teaser) Oct 02, 2012

A preview from Ryan's epic trip across the UK in the 2013 Subaru BRZ. Here, he attempts to drift the BRZ at the Harewood Hillclimb.

Episodes 6-13 Highlight Reel Aug 30, 2012

Highlight reel featuring clips from Episodes 6-13 of Driving Sports TV Season 1.

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