High Performance Engine Oils
Boy, has life ever gotten complicated! Back in the late ‘60s and early ‘70s when Jim Kirby, Mike Kausch, and I were racing fueler Chevy funny cars, there were only about six American racing oils on the market. Three were produced by major oil companies (Pennzoil, Quaker State and Valvoline), and three were produced by
High Performance Engine Oils
Now we have break-in oils, high-performance oils, hot rod oils, and turbo oils in addition to traditional racing oils, each developed to be very application specific. So how in the world is the average guy supposed to understand all this new complexity?
Mobil 1 0W Oils for High Performance Engines
Mobil 1 Racing oils are formulated for on-track used only and are not recommended for street use. These race-proven synthetic motor oils are specifically designed to maximize horsepower in a wide range of race engine applications.
NGK MOD Series Ignition Coils
Modern high-performance engines need a bigger spark to make power. NGK’s MOD Series Ignition Coils fit the bill.
Holley’s Latest LS Engine Giveaway
Holley has partnered with high-performance engine builder Prestige Motorsports for its latest giveaway LS engine.
Hot Shot’s Secret Black Diamond Outlaw 10W-30 Synthetic Engine Oil
Formulated for extreme protection and high TBN levels, ideal for street or strip.
The Impact of Fuel Type on Engine Performance
When it comes to choosing the right fuel for your vehicle, several factors should be taken into consideration. These factors include the vehicle’s engine design, manufacturer recommendations, intended usage, and personal preferences.
New Rislone DPF Clean Restores Diesel Power and Performance, Clears Clogged DPFs
New Rislone DPF Clean™ Diesel DPF, Exhaust & Emissions System Cleaner cleans the fuel, exhaust, and emissions systems of diesel vehicles to restore power and performance, reduce regeneration cycles, extend diesel particulate filter (DPF) life, save fuel, and turn off check engine lights. It unclogs blocked DPFs and reduces the need for frequent highway driving to accelerate regeneration,
Race Oils
Choosing the correct performance racing oil is essential to ensure optimal performance and longevity of your engine.
Pennzoil Announces Outdoor Engine Oil Portfolio at SEMA Show
Pennzoil® has announced the new Pennzoil Outdoors line of engine oils designed for the vehicles of outdoor enthusiasts at the SEMA Show. The new portfolio includes engine oils formulated for outdoor recreation vehicles in North America including ATVs/UTVs, watercrafts, motorcycles, and snowmobiles. “Whether it’s enjoying the backcountry on an ATV or enjoying time boating with the
Shell Rotella T6 10W-30 Full Synthetic Heavy-Duty Engine Oil
Shell Rotella® T6 10W-30’s unique formulation is designed to provide better wear performance compared to conventional and synthetic blend Shell Rotella 15W-40 and 10W-30 products while also delivering improved fuel economy capability of 2% compared to SAE 15W-40 heavy duty engine oils.
Could Engine Oil Soon Contain No Oil?
The trend towards ever thinner engine oils is an effort to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. How far can it go?
Building Big Block Marine Engines
Find out what it takes to build a formidable marine engine.
Engine Oil for Performance Import Engines
Making that right oil selection isn’t always as easy as it may seem. Multiple viscosities, grades and the choice between conventional and synthetic make it a bit more complex.
Engine Bearings’ Impact on Performance
Nowadays, a bearing (in a performance setting) must be both hard and soft. Retaining geometry is of utmost importance, but it also must be malleable and able to adjust for stress and flexing.
Weiand Supercharged 454 Big Block Chevy Engine
For people like Jason Schaefer, making horsepower and enjoying performance is more about being the right mechanic than having the right billfold. He showcases that mentality in his 1929 Ford hot rod, which is equipped with a supercharged 454 big block Chevy engine. Find out what helps this thing rip down the track!
VP Racing Fuels’ Engine Oils Debut at NHRA Pro Stock with Camrie Caruso Team
VP Racing Fuels, Inc., regarded worldwide as the leader in racing and performance fuel, announced two debuts at the NHRA Winternationals in Pamona, CA. VP sponsored driver Camrie Caruso and her team made their debut in NHRA Pro Stock, and VP’s racing motor oil made its NHRA debut in Camrie’s engine. “We are excited to
702 Big Block Chevy Boat Engine
Looking to replace a 632 blower engine and get more efficient horsepower in a boat application, Rich Franzman got to work building a normally aspirated 702 cubic inch big block Chevy. See what went into the new build!
Wasabi Supra’s Turbocharged 521 cid Hemi Engine
If this Toyota Supra’s unique name – Wasabi – and it’s bright green paint job don’t catch your attention, then maybe it’s turbocharged 521 cid Hemi engine will. Find out what makes this Limited Drag Radial car tick!
The Benefits of Billet: Inside Noonan Race Engineering’s LS Engine Development
When it comes to high-performance engine work, the old adage, ‘you get what you pay for,’ certainly applies. That’s doubly true when you start talking about billet engines and key components such as blocks, cylinder heads and manifolds. In the still very popular world of LS engines, some engine shop customers are opting more and more for billet engines.
