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.
AMSOIL 100% Synthetic Diesel Oil for Smaller Diesel Engines
It is specifically engineered for use in smaller American diesel pickups, vans, cars and SUVs.
Engine Builder Announces its 2020 Diesel of the Year Winner
Engine Builder has announced its 2020 Diesel of the Year winning engine – a triple turbo 6.8L Cummins – built by Josh McCormack of Power Driven Diesel in Cedar City, UT. The 2020 Diesel of the Year contest, stems from Engine Builder’s Diesel of the Week series, sponsored by AMSOIL INC. This series began in
PERA Webinar on Over/Under Balancing
Join PERA for this webinar on Wednesday, December 16, 2020 at 10:00AM CST with Randy Neal of CWT Industries. Randy of CWT Industries will not only address the issue of over/under balance he will also cover torsional loading, harmonic balancers and counterweight shaping, among many other issues. Don’t miss this important webinar on balancing. Register now!
MAHLE Celebrates 100 Years
Since 1920, MAHLE has developed from a small workshop to one of the largest automotive suppliers with over 160 locations in more than 30 countries. December 1, 2020, marks the 100th anniversary of the company’s founding. It was on that day that the foundation stone for today’s MAHLE Group was laid in Stuttgart. The course for
Buying Machining Equipment
With the cost of some of these pieces of equipment equaling that of a house, it is crucial that engine builders and machine shop owners understand what options are available to them when looking to purchase new or used equipment.
Cylinder Head Porting; Turning Air Into Power
In general, the most critical areas when porting a cylinder head are those which pass the most air at the highest speed and for the longest duration.
NGK Spark Plugs Announce Executive Change
NGK announced a new position for one member of the executive team. Kent Howard has been promoted to Senior Vice President, Strategic Growth and Partnerships. In this newly created role, Howard is tasked to develop new partnerships and pathways to strategically grow the NGK business into four key business fields – Environment & Energy, Mobility, Medical
PerTronix Performance Acquires Aeromotive, Waterman Racing
PerTronix Performance Brands, a leader in aftermarket ignition and exhaust segments, announced it has acquired Aeromotive Inc. and Waterman Racing Components. Over the past 26 years, Aeromotive has designed and manufactured the highest quality fuel systems and components for the automotive aftermarket and OEM manufacturers. Aeromotive will continue to operate out of its Lenexa, Kansas
Lubrication Specialties Names New COO
Lubrication Specialties Inc. (LSI), the manufacturer of Hot Shot’s Secret brand of performance additives and oils, has announced an expansion of its senior leadership. Steve deMoulpied joins LSI as the company’s chief operating officer (COO). With over 20 years of experience across multiple industries and functional areas, deMoulpied has particular expertise in organizations with complex technical
Induction Heating for Remanufacturing
Induction heating should certainly be a primary consideration as a desired heat source for your current or upcoming reman heating operations.
The Drive Toward Thinning Engine Oils
Oil viscosity has been on a thinner trend throughout the years. If you owned a car in the early 1990s, the engine likely used 10W-30, 10W-40, or 20W-50 engine oil, but cars today most commonly use 0W-20, 5W-20, and 5W-30.
Engine Performance Expo is Latest Online Event
Performance engine industry companies Rottler, Total Seal and Race Winning Brands have announced the formation of the Engine Performance Expo, an interactive, free, online educational event. The Engine Performance Expo will take place on January 7-9, 2021. “With the major trade shows being canceled this year due to the COVID-19 situation, we saw an information exchange
Turbocharged Evo X 4B11 Engine
It began simple enough – a car, an idea, and a dream. The car: a 2008 Evo X. The idea: build a hill climb car. The dream: compete at Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. As many others have experienced though, simply getting to the top was not enough. Find out what went into this 4B11 engine build done by Magnus Motorsports and 4D Engineering.
Terminator X EFI Supports Gen III HEMI VVT, SRV & 46RE Transmissions
Now, both Terminator X and Terminator X Max ECUs will allow you to control and tune the VVT with the use of the plug and play VVT harness.
Compound Turbo 6.5L Cummins Engine
Looking to make waves on the diesel performance scene, Ken Bruner of Capital Diesel Performance recently built this compound turbo 6.5L Cummins engine to compete in drag racing, dyno competitions and truck pulling. Find out what went into this diesel build!
Garrett Motion files for Bankruptcy
In less than two years since listing as a public company, Switzerland-based auto parts manufacturer, Garret Motion, has voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Following its spinoff from parent Honeywell International Inc. and the harsh impact of the Coronavirus, Garrett Motion’s bankruptcy filing will protect capital and long-term business sustainability. The company has proposed a $2.1
Motor Oil Additives Play a Crucial Role in Engine Protection
Additives play a crucial role in protecting engines from oxidation, corrosion, deposits, and many more damaging effects on an engine.
