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RaceTec Pistons Joins the AFR, Scat and Procar by Scat Family of Companies

RaceTec Pistons was recently acquired by Taglich Private Equity, the firm that also owns AFR, Scat Crankshafts and Procar by Scat. RaceTec Pistons was founded in 2007 by Wayne Brooks, who was completing his second venture into the piston manufacturing industry and the automotive aftermarket as he was a former owner of JE Pistons. Wayne

Scat Crankshafts and AFR to Join Forces

SCAT Enterprises, LLC (“SCAT”) has announced it has been acquired by Taglich Private Equity, LLC (“TPE”), who recently acquired Air Flow Research Heads, Inc., a manufacturer of cylinder heads and intake manifolds for the high-performance automotive aftermarket. For over 50 years, SCAT has been a manufacturer of high-performance crankshafts, connecting rods and rotating assemblies used

AFR Acquired by Private Equity

Air Flow Research (AFR), a manufacturer of high-performance cylinder heads, intake manifolds and related components, has been acquired by Taglich Private Equity (TPE) in a partnership with AFR’s founding family and management. The company’s 42 production and office employees based in Valencia, CA, will remain with the current executive team and staff. AFR was founded

Evans Cooling Announces Agreement with South African Firm

With this newly formed alliance, CSC has formed Evans Cooling Systems (Pty) Ltd (Evans SA) to market the Evans range of waterless engine coolants throughout the Southern African region. Corrosion and Scale Control manufactures and distributes coolants/antifreezes, corrosion inhibitors and other quality products for the automotive, trucking and heavy duty markets. Their products have been

AFR Adds Lifetime Warranty To Its Aluminum Cylinder Head Castings

Additionally, AFR announced, valves, guides, valve seats, valve springs, valve job, retainers, locks, studs, guide plates and valve seals will be covered under warranty for two years. AFR will repair at no charge and reimburse UPS ground freight and return UPS ground freight all warrantable defects in workmanship, materials or an undetermined cause (mystery failure).

Perfecting Ring Seal Soup

Using modern honing machines, surface finishes, crosshatch angles, ring materials, and coatings all combine to create a more efficient engine.

Degreeing the Camshaft and Checking Valve-to-Piston Clearance

Jeff McCord of LinCo Diesel Performance walks you through degreeing a camshaft and checking valve-to-piston clearance.

408 cid Nitrous LS Engine

During a tour of SAM Tech, we also got a chance to speak to a few students. One in particular, Jaylon Victorian, was nearing completion of a 408 cid nitrous LS engine. He applied his new engine building knowledge and skill set to the build, and it shines through in our latest Engine of the Week.

408 cid nitrous LS engine
Naturally Aspirated 540 cid Big Block Chevy Engine

After having issues with an engine built elsewhere, a customer came to H Squared Racing Engines to build him a streetcar combo. Utilizing an existing block and crank, H Squared was given the freedom to spec the rest of the engine. Check out the result!

Mark Finnie Named CEO of Racing & Performance Holdings

Racing & Performance Holdings, the organization overseeing AFR, Scat, Vortech, Paxton, RaceTec Pistons, and ProCar brands, has announced the appointment of Mark Finnie as its new CEO. This strategic move is part of Racing &Performance Holdings’ vision to implement a new organizational design aimed at capitalizing on growth opportunities within its performance brands. The realignment

Racing Legend Willy T. Ribbs to Share Inspiring Story at SEMA Show

Legendary African American racecar driver Willy T. Ribbs will share his story of triumph and overcoming adversity during a special Fireside Chat with moderator Beth Paretta of Paretta Autosport at the 2023 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, Nev. The Fireside Chat will take place Thursday, Nov. 2, in the North Hall (Room N258) beginning at

Turbocharged 5.9L 12-Valve Cummins Engine

Logan Yelton’s ’93 Dodge has gone through quite the transformation. It was once used to transport him and his wife to prom back in the day to now burning rubber on the drag strip with 1,800 horsepower on command. This 5.9L 12-valve Cummins-powered monster has done it all. See what went into the build!

Navistar Honors Technicians, Graduates of Second Uptime Academy

In honor of National Technician Appreciation Week from Sept. 24-30, Navistar, Inc. (“Navistar”) recognizes the hardworking technicians across its dealer network and announces the graduation of its second Uptime Academy class. Navistar’s dealer network employs more than 6,000 technicians, and Navistar is dedicated to the recruitment, education, and success of the vast technician network. As

The Good Side of Private Equity?

It’s no secret that the performance industry and engine building industry has been consolidating for quite some time. It’s occurring on just about every level – shops, manufacturers, distributors, etc. Most evident recently has been private equity firms buying up manufacturers, as well as other large performance groups merging with various brands within this space.

The Road to AAPEX Season 2, Ep 2

This year’s Road to AAPEX is a tale of two roads: One metaphorical, paved with questions that face the automotive aftermarket like the impact of EV adoption and sustainability efforts; and one quite literal, that was paved at the start of the 20th century and conceptualized the first transcontinental highway. The Lincoln Highway, which begins

600-HP 427 cid Ford Engine

We recently visited Charlotte, NC to check out a few engine shops in the area, and one of the first was Prestige Motorsports. This engine machine shop also does a ton of car work too, and just finished upgrades to a 427 cid Ford engine for a 1968 Shelby Mustang. Check it out!

IPD Announces Relocation of Headquarters to Carson, CA

IPD (Industrial Parts Depot, LLC), is thrilled to announce the relocation of its headquarters to a new state-of-the-art facility in Carson, CA. This momentous move marks the first time IPD has ever transitioned to a new location since its establishment in 1955, signifying a historic milestone for the company. The new headquarters, situated at 1550 Charles

NASCAR Diversity Internship Program Announces 2023 Class

NASCAR has announced its 22nd NASCAR Diversity Internship Program (NDIP) class of undergraduate and graduate students. The class of 37 students will participate in a 10-week program that offers hands-on experience across various roles in the motorsports industry. “This year, we’re welcoming another exceptional class of college students eager to learn about our sport,” said

Hilborn-Injected 421 cid Small Block Chevy Engine

It doesn’t get much cooler than a bright red 1967 Chevy Nova… that is until you add a Hilborn stack-injected intake manifold onto a 421 cubic inch small block Chevy engine and stuff it between the frame rails! Built by David Senderhauf and Knowlton Thunderheads & Racing Engines and tuned by Starr Performance Tuning, Joshua Norris’ Nova is certified badass. Check it out.

Hoonigan to Relaunch its Gymkhana Grid Competition

Officials with automotive enthusiast brand Hoonigan have announced plans to relaunch Ken Block’s Gymkhana Grid Competition, which has not hosted an event since the 2019 installment in Poland.  Gymkhana Grid features rallycross and drifting champions competing alongside amateur racers across different classes. Races – held in different venues worldwide – take place on a symmetrical