The Case for FA-4 Lubricants
One way to enhance fuel economy has been clear for some time: lower-viscosity lubricants, which can deliver enhanced fuel efficiency in the right application. It’s why the American Petroleum Institute introduced its FA-4 category.
Holley Appoints Consumer Retail Executive as CFO
Holley has announced that Dominic Bardos has been appointed CFO. A seasoned financial executive with extensive public company experience, Bardos will serve as a member of the executive leadership team and report directly to President and CEO Tom Tomlinson. “I am pleased to welcome Dominic Bardos as our CFO,” said Tomlinson. “Dominic brings over 30
Shop Solutions April 2021
Disassembling an old stuck engine can be challenging. When valves are stuck in the valve guides, try welding a nut to the face of the valve.
BRP to Invest Millions Toward Electrification
Announced at the company’s Q4 earnings, BRP, the parent company behind powersport brands such as Ski-Doo, Sea-Doo, Can Am, Evinrude, Rotax and others, plans to invest $300M over five years in product development, specialized equipment, infrastructure, production tooling and facilities. Much of that $300M investment over the next five years will go towards electrifying its
LSI Chemical Adds Business Development & Marketing Manager
LSI Chemical, a manufacturer of high performance oil and fuel additives for downstream oil, gas and diesel fuel production, has announced Thomas Robinson as the company’s new business development and marketing manager. The new position was created in March in response to the company’s rapid growth of new international distributors authorized to sell LSI Chemical
Champion Honing Oil
Champion Professional-Grade Honing Oil is a robust high-performance honing and finishing fluid designed utilizing a select blend of base fluids and additives.
Champion Brands FA-4 10W30 Diesel Oil
When OEMs recommend this new oil specification, it can make a real difference to a fleet’s bottom line by improving the engine’s fuel efficiency.
Bondurant Renamed Radford Racing School
The storied Bondurant High Performance Driving School is writing a new chapter. After purchasing the school in May 2019, completing an extensive multi-million-dollar renovation and revamping its curriculum, the school’s owners – a small group of auto enthusiasts, collectors and graduates of the school – have renamed the facility the Radford Racing School. The renaming
Holley Going Public Following Merger
Holley will become a public company as part of a definitive merger agreement with Empower Ltd., a publicly-traded special purpose acquisition company. As a result of the agreement, Holley will become a publicly listed company on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) under the new ticker symbol “HLLY.” Holley President and CEO Tom Tomlinson and the
Karl Kustoms Sponsors Bristol Dirt Nationals
Karl Kustoms, a national retailer of GM crate engines and a specialist in Chevrolet Performance, is the new title sponsor for the Bristol Dirt Nationals in Bristol, TN. The dirt race is taking place March 15-20. The Karl Kustoms Bristol Dirt Nationals will showcase more than 1,200 racers throughout eight racing classes and multiple sanctioning
2,000 HP 416 cid LT Engine
Late Model Engines just finished building an LT engine combination capable of 2,000 horsepower! Utilizing GM’s 6.6L iron block and a bunch of other aftermarket goodies, find out why this combination is expected to take the LT market by storm.
Challenges Still Remain for Electric Vehicles
The writing is on the wall that electric-powered vehicles will take over gas-powered ones. However, is the technology and infrastructure truly ready?
Champion Modern Muscle 0W-40 for Gen III Hemi
Champion’s Modern Muscle 0w-40 motor oil benefits Hemi high-performance engines such as the Hellcat, Hellcrate, Redeye, Apache, and Demon.
Cloyes Hires Troy Angst as CFO
Cloyes Gear & Products Inc., backed by Hidden Harbor Capital Partners, has hired Troy Angst as Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Based in Fort Smith, AR, and founded in 1921, Cloyes designs, develops, manufactures, and distributes timing drive systems and components for replacement applications in the automotive aftermarket and high-performance racing segment. Angst brings 30
Oil Clearances and Options for LS Engines
Oil clearances will not always be the same for each application. It is up to engine builders to decide what your customer’s oiling needs will be.
GM 6.6L LT Iron Block Engine
The build consists of a 416 cid iron block LT engine, capable of making 2,000 horsepower in a forced induction application. This is a combination becoming extremely popular for high output (1,500+ hp) engines in the latest model GM vehicles.
Carter Expands Line of Water Pumps
Carter’s full line of water pumps cover 95% of domestic and import vehicles.
Humberstone Speedway Under New Ownership
Humberstone Speedway in Port Colborne, Ontario, Canada, will resume operations in 2021 with new ownership. Local business owner and engine builder Terry Vince will take over as the new owner and track promoter of the 3/8-mile clay oval track. Vince is the owner of Competition Speed Supply and CSR Engines (Competition Speed Racing Engines).
Champion Brands Celebrates 65 Years
Champion Brands, LLC, a manufacturer of chemicals, lubricants, brake fluids, motor oils and additives, announced this week a year-long 65th anniversary celebration in 2021. Highlights of the year will be sponsorship of national & regional auto races, product contests, promotions, and special events. Originally Lowe Oil Co. founded by Ralph Lowe in 1956, Champion Brands, LLC
2.6 Smooth Bore, Mechanical-Injected 6.0L Powerstroke Engine
Looking to feed their need for horsepower and truck pulling, Jake Jones and Miles Heberlein built this mechanical-injected 6.0L Powerstroke engine. It’s one of the only known, working mechanical injection systems on a 6.0L. Find out what went into this unique build.
