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Proven Performance: Inside Eaton’s Michigan Proving Grounds

When one of the biggest names in Automotive performance invites you to tear around their proving grounds test track, how can you say no? This summer, the Turn 14 team had the opportunity to get an inside look at Eaton's Proving Grounds in Marshall, Michigan to see everything that goes into validating their superchargers and differentials.

By |2026-09-15T17:18:37-04:00September 17, 2026|Features, Top Story|Comments Off on Proven Performance: Inside Eaton’s Michigan Proving Grounds

Dial In Your Ride: Reduce Vibration and Minimize Arm Pump with ProTaper’s VDS Handlebar Mounts

ProTaper is bringing riders a new way to combat arm pump on the longer rides with its Vibration Dampening System (VDS) handlebar mount. With different elastomers and a wide range of fitments, ProTaper's VDS system is the latest way the brand is empowering riders to customize their ride.

By |2026-09-17T15:55:44-04:00September 14, 2026|Tech, Top Story|Comments Off on Dial In Your Ride: Reduce Vibration and Minimize Arm Pump with ProTaper’s VDS Handlebar Mounts

More Than a Mud Tire: Putting the BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain KM3 to the Test

Discover how the BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain T/A KM3 lives up to decades of off-road legacy with ultimate durability and traction for serious Jeep and overlanding enthusiasts. We put a set of massive 40-inch KM3s to the ultimate real-world test through the thick mud and treacherous trails of Pennsylvania's Anthracite Outdoor Adventure Area. Read our full hands-on review to see how BFG's Baja-proven tech, Krawl-TEK compound, and Mud-Phobic bars perform when pushed to the absolute limit.

By |2026-09-10T12:10:53-04:00September 9, 2026|Tech, Top Story|Comments Off on More Than a Mud Tire: Putting the BFGoodrich Mud-Terrain KM3 to the Test

20 Years of Hand-Built Freedom: Turn 14 Distribution Powers the Cycle Source Custom Bike Show

There is no substitute for the roar of open pipes reverberating off the rocks of the Black Hills during Sturgis Rally week. For decades, South Dakota’s Black Hills have been the epicenter of two-wheeled performance and American motorcycle culture, drawing riders from far and wide to take part in this two-week-long celebration of the lifestyle. This year, we but that lifestyle on display by teaming up with Cycle Source Magazine to sponsor the 20th annual Custom Bike Show

By |2026-08-19T17:17:39-04:00August 19, 2026|Event Coverage|Comments Off on 20 Years of Hand-Built Freedom: Turn 14 Distribution Powers the Cycle Source Custom Bike Show

Off-Road Evolution: Dominate the Trails with the Turn 14 x Bilstein Jeep Gladiator Rubicon

It's a jeep thing, and we definitely understand. We know that building a real off-road rig isn't about slapping on a leveling kit and never getting mud on the tires. It’s about curating the best brands to create a platform capable of handling grueling trails, technical rock crawling, and long-haul overland travel without flinching. That’s exactly why we partnered with Bilstein and many more to build this adventure-ready 2024 Jeep Gladiator Rubicon, and why we’re giving our dealer network the chance to win it..

By |2026-08-05T16:03:40-04:00August 6, 2026|Builds, Top Story|Comments Off on Off-Road Evolution: Dominate the Trails with the Turn 14 x Bilstein Jeep Gladiator Rubicon

Next Stop, Functionwerks: Announcing the Winner of the T14 x Aeromotive S650 Mustang Giveaway!

And the winner is...! We're excited to hand over the keys to our dual-purpose, track inspired S650 Ford Mustang GT built in partnership with Aeromotive and many more parters.

By |2026-08-05T13:29:19-04:00August 5, 2026|Features, Top Story|Comments Off on Next Stop, Functionwerks: Announcing the Winner of the T14 x Aeromotive S650 Mustang Giveaway!

Out of the Dark: Baja Designs’ All-New DOT-Approved LP6 Headlights

The Scientists of Lighting have devised a new way of seeing and being seen without blinding oncoming traffic. The new Baja Designs DOT LP6 combines the capable and rugged fixture with new and improved light spread for legal road use. With universal options along with a growing list of direct-fit kits, Baja Designs is raising the bar in street-legal lighting.

By |2026-08-03T11:58:34-04:00August 3, 2026|Installs, Tech|Comments Off on Out of the Dark: Baja Designs’ All-New DOT-Approved LP6 Headlights

Lost Legend: The Powerhouse Amuse Carbon R R34 GT-R

After two decades of only existing in Gran Turismo games, the Powerhouse Amuse Carbon R R34 GT-R was brought back to life by Colton Amster and the Reline Restorations team to memorialize Hideki Tanabe, a titan of the enthusiast JDM community.

By |2026-07-23T17:30:15-04:00July 23, 2026|Features, Top Story|Comments Off on Lost Legend: The Powerhouse Amuse Carbon R R34 GT-R

Where Fabrication Meets Passion: Turn 14 Distribution Cars & Coffee Vibrant Builder’s Edition

Our second Cars & Coffee event of the year took on a different character. We partnered with Vibrant Performance for a special Builder's Edition to celebrate the craftsmanship, innovation, and creativity that drive the aftermarket community. Together with the industry leader in universal fabrication components, we transformed our headquarters into a showcase of exceptional builds where custom fabrication and precision engineering took center stage. The lot was filled with intricate engine bays, hand built exhaust systems, and one-of-a-kind motorcycles that embodied the passion, ingenuity, and relentless pursuit of excellence that define the performance aftermarket industry.

By |2026-07-16T13:34:58-04:00July 16, 2026|Event Coverage, Top Story|Comments Off on Where Fabrication Meets Passion: Turn 14 Distribution Cars & Coffee Vibrant Builder’s Edition

Down By the Coos Bay: Turn 14 Distribution Hits the Oregon Dunes with UTV Takeover

There are plenty of reasons to get behind the wheel of a UTV, but none quite like UTV Takeover. What starts as a passion for exploring the outdoors transforms into a week-long celebration of racing, trail riding, cutting-edge products, and the community that brings it all together. It’s the event riders look forward to all year. Whether chasing podium finishes, testing the latest upgrades, or simply looking for another excuse to throw sand, UTV Takeover offers something for everyone. Coos Bay, Oregon, provides the perfect backdrop to kick off the UTV Takeover event series. Nearly 40 miles of towering sand bowls, beach runs, and technical wooded trails combine to create one of the country's premier off-road playgrounds. It’s the perfect place for these machines to stretch their legs far beyond what most trail systems allow and for drivers to experience new driving challenges.

By |2026-07-15T11:08:01-04:00July 9, 2026|Event Coverage, Top Story|Comments Off on Down By the Coos Bay: Turn 14 Distribution Hits the Oregon Dunes with UTV Takeover
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