Ford FE Stroker Build
Guardian of the Galaxie How Ford’s FE Engine Rose from the Ashes of Disaster to Become a Versatile Veteran Ford’s FE engine has had a rich history that, today, is often overlooked or at least misunderstood. Many of us who have been around awhile have heard the term FE, but not a lot of people of today’s
Hot Shot’s Secret Announces NHRDA World Finals VIP Trip Giveaway
The lucky winner will receive two VIP tickets to the World Finals October 12 and 13 in Ennis, TX, a luxury box suite in Texas Motorplex Tower, catered food and beverages at the event, two tickets for the year-end banquet, NHRDA and Hot Shot’s Secret swag, in addition to two round-trip flights, accommodation for two nights, rental car, two 2019 NHRDA memberships, and participation in a Diesel TV interview.
CV Products and Motor State Distributing Team Up
CV Products Consolidated, LLC has announced its plans to further increase focus on growing its various manufacturing businesses, and is appointing Motor State Distributing as a Master Distributor of CV’s proprietary brands.
SEMA Announces New Products Award Winners
The Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) announced the Best New Products Award winners this week at the 2017 SEMA Show. These awards are given to the most innovative and cutting-edge automotive aftermarket products that will be consumable in 2018.
NHRA to Reveal Untold Stories During Breakfast at SEMA Show
This year’s NHRA Breakfast will feature “Untold Stories of the NHRA” from some of the most prominent and memorable names in drag racing who will share insider information from their time in the sport.
Industrial Engine Rebuild Opportunities
Rebuilding industrial engines is a growing business for many engine builders and shows no signs of slowing down.
First Impressions: What Did I See When I Came To Visit?
They say you never get a second chance to make a first impression. I think most dads can relate to the idea of a first impression if you’ve ever had to meet a daughter’s new boyfriend. Moms can relate as well, but their expectations may be different. We can all remember when we were that boyfriend or bringing home that boyfriend and the impressions we made, which were not always that good. This may have had an impact on your relationship, and your happiness.
VDO Cooling Fan Assembly Program
Continental Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket, an aftermarket supplier of OE-engineered aftermarket parts, has expanded its full line of world-class VDO Cooling Fan Assemblies and offers coverage for over 244 million U.S. registered vehicles.
VDO HVAC Motor Line Expanded with Applications for Subaru
Continental Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket has expanded its full line of VDO HVAC motors with exclusive aftermarket coverage of Subaru blower motors.
BMW S65 V8 Engine
This BMW S65 V8 engine was run in the Continental Tire Challenge inside a BMW M3, but is now a SCCA Touring 1 class motor. The engine came into Hutter Racing Engines in need of new rings, pistons, a tightening up of the cylinder walls, a valve job, and more.
Engine Builder Readers Qualify for Special AETC Discount
Thanks to a special discount code, all readers of Engine Builder magazine and subscribers to the Engine Builder newsletter are eligible to attend this year’s Advanced Engineering Technology Conference at a special savings!
Roush Yates Engines Achieves 250th Pole
Andy Priaulx and Harry Tincknell drivers of the No. 67 Ford Chip Ganassi Racing team put the Ford GT on the pole at the 6 Hours of Shanghai, in the FIA World Endurance Championship series. This pole position marked the 250th pole in NASCAR and Road Racing for Roush Yates Engines in partnership with Ford Performance since 2004.
Foley Engines Celebrates a Full Century of Service
Foley Industrial Engines located in Worcester, MA is celebrating its 100th anniversary as a warehouse distributor of industrial engines and parts. Founded in 1916, the company has evolved over the years to become a leading specialist in Perkins and Deutz engines.
Ford Performance Reveals its Mustang GT4 Turnkey Race Car
Unveiled at the 2016 SEMA Show in Las Vegas, the Mustang GT4 has been designed and engineered jointly by Ford Performance and Multimatic Motorsports to compete in sports car championship racing series globally.
Royal Purple to Commemorate 30th Anniversary at SEMA 2016
Royal Purple has announced it will commemorate its 30th anniversary at the 2016 SEMA show in Las Vegas, November 1-4. The Royal Purple booth will feature various custom builds, celebrity autograph signings and an unveiling of a custom Ringbrothers 1969 Camaro build.
Heartland Sales Mourns Passing of Larry Berger
Larry Berger, 65, of Lakeville, MN passed away peacefully August 27th. A long-time industry veteran, Larry was a partner with Larry Sovereign and Don Wolfram in Heartland Sales.
Ladies of NHRA to Highlight 2015 SEMA Show NHRA Breakfast
The 2015 NHRA Breakfast at the SEMA Show will celebrate the success of women in drag racing. Featured drivers will include Erica Enders, Courtney Force, Alexis DeJoria, Leah Pritchett and legendary Shirley Muldowney.
Vanishing V8s: Downsizing Engines
The V8 isn’t dead yet, but storm clouds are brewing on the horizon. Concerns over global warming, CO2 emissions and dependence on foreign oil led the EPA to mandate new Corporate Average Fuel Economy rules. To achieve 54.5 miles per gallon by 2025, automakers may abandon the V8 altogether or restricting it to a handful of limited production applications.
Turning Over Industrial Engine Business
Engine builders today are diversifying their businesses in order to maintain a healthy, steady stream of business and cash flow. One such area of opportunity lies within the industrial engine market. Industrial engines are a broad category that essentially covers any off road engine. Read how your shop can get in on the action.
North American International Auto Show Wraps Up This Week
As a certified (or certifiable) gear head, one of the things that makes winter more tolerable is seeing what the manufacturers bring to Detroit’s greatest car show – the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS). The 2015 edition of NAIAS opened its doors to media-types Jan. 12-13. NAIAS has typically positioned itself as the “strategic choice” for manufacturers from all over the globe to launch new vehicles and concepts on a world stage.
