IDUSA Launches New Premium Guard Extended Life Oil Filter
The new Premium Guard line is designed to deliver engine protection up to 10,000 miles when used with synthetic oil. International Distributors USA Inc. (IDUSA), a global supply network of automotive replacement parts, has announced its new line of Premium Guard Extended Life Oil Filters to meet the growing need for filters that are able
The SKYs the Limit: Looking into Mazda’s SKYACTIV Engine Technology
Mazda’s ultra high-compression, direct injection gasoline engines are achieving fuel economy numbers that rival many hybrids. Mazda isn’t one of the high-volume automakers. With only 1.9% of the automotive market, they are smaller than Subaru, BMW and Mercedes-Benz (each of which has about a 2% market share). But lately, Mazda has been making big waves
What’s Under the Bun of the Wienermobile
Most of the Wienermobiles you see on the road today are powered with a Vortec V8, 6.0L, 300 hp engine. “Oh, I wish I were an Oscar Mayer Wiener, that is what I’d truly like to be…” I’ll stop there because I know how easy it is to get that catchy tune stuck in your
Design Engineering Inc. Partners With Ohio Technical College
[box type=”shadow” align=”aligncenter” width=”600″ ]Design Engineering Inc. (DEI) will provide instructor training and product resources to help support education and training for careers in the automotive and powersports aftermarket.[/box]As a worldwide leader in the development of performance thermal tuning and acoustic control products, Design Engineering is sharing its expertise and product resources with students at Ohio Technical
Smaller Engines Make Inroads in U.S., According to J.D. Power
Small, fuel-efficient 4-cylinder engines were the power plant of choice for 55.8 percent of the new vehicles sold or leased at retail in the U.S. market during the first half of 2013, according to research data provided by the Power Information Network (PIN) from J.D. Power. That’s up 1.7 percentage points from the sales mix
Parts Making With Your CNC
Computer Numeric Controlled (CNC) machining allows engine builders to achieve almost unbelievable levels of accuracy and consistency. The programmability of a digital computer not only automates the operation of the equipment but also provides a level of repeatability that can’t be matched by manual equipment. That’s why CNC has been the backbone of virtually all
Ward’s 10 Best Engines of 2013 Announced
For the first time in seven years, the list is comprised entirely of gasoline-powered engines, with no hybrid, all-electric or diesel powertrains to be found, in the recent announcement of Ward’s 10 Best Engines for 2013. While this result might seem to go against the grain of the industry’s push into alternative fuels and propulsion
AAA Goes Public With Concerns About E15
From AAIA Capital Report The recent survey undertaken by AAA has pointed to the strong likelihood of consumer confusion, vehicle damage and voided warranties as a result of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) approval of the E15 blend of ethanol. AAA further called on regulators and the industry to stop the sale of E15
Perin and Moler Win 11th Annual Randy Dorton Hendrick Engine Builder Showdown
Corey Perin, a BMW master technician from Hendrick Automotive Group’s East Bay BMW/East Bay MINI dealership in California, and Kevin Moler, a machinist at Hendrick Motorsports, defeated 11 other teams to win the 11th annual Randy Dorton Hendrick Engine Builder Showdown. “I wouldn’t even look at the clock until I hit that start button,” said
GM Unveils All-New 450 hp Small Block LT1 V8 for 2014 Corvette
The new Corvette LT1 engine, the first of the Gen 5 family of Small Block engines, combines several advanced technologies, including direct injection, Active Fuel Management and continuously variable valve timingto support an advanced combustion system. “Our objective for the development of the all-new LT1 was to raise the bar for performance car engines,” said
Ford Wins International Engine Of The Year Award In Dominant Style
The results of the 2012 International Engine of the Year Awards have been announced at Engine Expo in Stuttgart, Germany. The global jury, consisting of some of the world’s most respected and popular motoring journalists, voted Ford’s excellent 999cc three-cylinder turbo engine, which is put to good effect in the Ford Focus, as the overall
Stock Car Engines and Sanctioning Bodies: Different Groups, Different Rules
But for engine builders, keeping up with these groups, and the many sets of rules, can be quite a task. How do you stay on top of what’s legal AND competitive? We will take a closer look at a number of groups that are off NASCAR’s beaten path and see what they have for rules.
The Importance of Training
You’re gonna get it…training, thatis. You’re going to get trained one wayor the other. When it comes to business,you can do it the hard way or you can do it the easy way. Personally, I am far too lazy to work very hard, so I’ve always soughtthe easiest way to do things. Goodtraining is simply
Valve Seat Selection, Finishing & Materials
Over time, erosion and corrosion can eat away at the metal resulting in compression leaks, elevated valve temperatures and sometimes valve failure. If a valve seat insert doesn’t have the correct amount of interference fit in the cylinder head, it’s possible the seat may loosen up and fall out damaging the valve, head and piston.
Ohio Technical College Earns Fourth Consecutive Weatherhead 100 Award
The 2011 Weatherhead 100 Award recognizes the fastest growing companies in Northeast Ohio, based on the percentage of sales growth from 2006-2010. Ohio Technical College placed 46 out of 100 companies on the list. To be eligible for the award, companies also must have net sales over $1 million and have a minimum of
Crane Cams Named Title Sponsor of V8 Stock Car Road Racing Series
V8 StockCar President Lee Arnold stated, “We are thrilled that Crane Cams, one of the great names in motorsports, has elected to partner with us. We look forward to growing the series and this partnership certainly affords us a great opportunity.”?? The V8 StockCar Road Racing Series is a touring, points championship series for fast,
Do Your Customers Qualify?
If you’ve been following along the past couple years, you know that when I say qualify, I’m referring to the act of “qualifying” your potential customer. First and foremost, can they afford to pay for the work and the parts you will provide. The best test for this is to require a deposit. A down
MAHLE Clevite Releases New Victor Reinz European Gasket Catalog with Expanded Import Coverage
The new European-specific catalog contains over 1,000 light vehicle gasket part numbers that fit over 76,000 applications. The catalog also includes specially designed gaskets for Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volkswagen and BMW, featuring the Victor Reinz patented "Wave-Stopper" technology. “Our new gasket catalog contains the largest selection of import MLS gaskets in the industry,” said Duane Bethke,
Fiat’s 875 cc Two-Cylinder Named International Engine of the Year
The results of the 2011 International Engine of the Year Awards have been announced at Engine Expo in Stuttgart, Germany. The global jury, consisting of some of the world’s most respected and popular motoring journalists, voted Fiat’s innovative 875 cc two-cylinder TwinAir the greatest automotive engine available today. The tiny turbocharged engine impressed judges with
Gas and Electric Powertrains Battle for 2010
Dean Slavnich, editor of Engine Technology International and co-chairman of the International Engine of the Year Awards, says: “The most interesting aspect of this year’s awards is the degree to which new electric powertrains from manufacturers such as Nissan and Mitsibushi are in a head to head battle with new and increasingly clever small capacity