Cognac, by its scratchy, sweet-and-bitter, tongue searing nature, is not meant for rapid consumption. Kind of like a motorcycle sidecar. Someone please tell that to Sam and Zach.

How about one modeled after a fighter plane? Covered. A land-speed record sidecar? Check. Those of you considering a motorcycle for its undeniable visceral thrills, or even its fuel savings ...

The motorcycle sidecar used to be a ubiquitous kind of low-cost transportation, a simple way of doubling (or trebling) the accommodation on a two-seater, as well as provide space for luggage. Yet ...