John Wright

John is Editor of Parker Live. He is also the host of a daily afternoon radio show on KLPZ 1380am and a documentary filmmaker.

Rally Fighter Flip

The Rally Fighter, perhaps the most unusual vehicle on the course at the 2013 Parker 425, flips end-over-end and keeps going in the below video.

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Ehrenberg focus of high-profile court case

The biggest court story in the nation focused on La Paz County this week as a defendant charged with the murder of her boyfriend takes the stand to tell the story of their relationship. Jodi Arias, charged with brutally murdering Travis Alexander at his home, told the jury that they would meet at a motel in the town of Ehrenberg. …

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Parker 425: official results

The official results of the 2013 Best in the Desert BlueWater Resort & Casino Parker 425 includes these points of interest: First place overall and in the trophy truck class was Jason Voss (#35), followed by Gary Weyrich (#98) and then Robby Gordon (#77). Parker local Randy Merritt finished first in the 7200 class (#7281). Jim Beaver finished at position …

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Robby Gordon statement

Photo credit: DesertRacing.com Robby Gordon issued the following statement today about the controversy of his penalty at the Parker 425: Fellow Racers, Fans and Supporters, What happened during the Parker 425 this weekend is unfortunate and a huge disappointment for everyone involved with our Team, including Sponsors, Employees and Fans. Our racing program is not just a fun hobby – …

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Why jumping trucks should be left to racers

Our favorite off-road racers make it look easy, but remember; they have advanced suspension kits with lots of travel to absorb the weight of their race trucks. Trying it with a stock F-150? Not recommended. (Warning: contains swears.)

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Robby robbed? / Robby cheats?

The big debate played out Saturday evening among fans after Robby Gordon arrived at the Parker 425 finish line at BlueWater Resort & Casino with at least 5 minutes between him and the next to finish, Jason Voss. Gordon, who was driving the #77 trophy truck, was informed after finishing and being declared the winner by fans and media that …

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