Simple parts such as spark plugs are much more involved than you might realize. Samantha Moore of Vector Motorsports breaks down the crucial things you need to know about spark plugs and other ignition components as they relate to your car or application.
It had been 26 years since the last time Val Morris, Steve Morris’ wife, was behind the wheel of a drag car. The shop had been working on this project car named Sugar Momma, and got it done in time for Sick Week 2024. When it came time to figure out who’d drive it, Steve
It had been 26 years since the last time Val Morris, Steve Morris' wife, was behind the wheel of a drag car. The shop had been working on this project car named Sugar Momma, and got it done in time for Sick Week 2024. When it came time to figure out who'd drive it, Steve and his son Kyle suggested Val get the honors. The car is powered by a TorqStorm twin-supercharged 454 big block Chevy engine that makes 1,000 wheel horsepower. Check it out in this episode of Engine of the Week!***You can also enter to win Sugar Momma by visiting
We recently made the drive to Terre Haute, IN to visit Scheid Diesel and owner Dan Scheid. This diesel engine and machine shop is one of three locations Scheid operates, and has the capability to everything in-house from fuel lines and injector work to machining and general repair and much more. Check out why Scheid
For Danny Humphreys, drag racing is a progressive disease. Ever since he watched Tom Cruise outrun a pimp in a 928 Porsche, he’s wanted the car for himself. As soon as he got one, he pulled the engine and the horsepower has gone up from there. Today, Danny has a supercharged 572 cid SMX engine
We’ve been following Indy Cylinder Head and the engine work Ken Lazzeri for quite some time. We got a chance to speak with Ken on the final day of the PRI show when he was kind enough to walk us through the details of several of the engines they had on display, including this bracket
During last year’s Ultimate Callout Challenge, Logan Yelton’s ’93 Dodge truck stood out as we walked through the pit area. We got a chance to speak with Logan about his company Loganbuilt and the 5.9L 12-valve Cummins engine under the hood of his vintage Dodge truck. See what went into the build in this Diesel
Modern high-performance engines need a bigger spark to make power. NGK’s MOD Series Ignition Coils fit the bill.
Cobb OTS maps are aimed at reliably increasing power output with the use of Cobb Stage 2 Power Packages.
NTK Technologies, Inc. has announced it will merge with Niterra North America, Inc. (formerly NGK Spark Plugs (U.S.A.) Inc.). The merger aligns with the organization’s strategy to unify its global brand and aims to enhance its competitiveness and agility in responding to changing business environments. The merger will take effect on April 1, 2024, and
We love when we get a chance to catch up with Nick Bacalis of Bullet Racing Engines. As the in-house engine shop for Larry Jeffers Race Cars, Nick is always working on high-horsepower, high-dollar builds for race customers, and this big block Chevy engine that we saw at the 2023 PRI Show is no exception.
