Women in Motorsports: Loxley Browne
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Restoration Work
Enter the restomod, a term we all know well. Whether you use the term or not, the fact is, the majority of modern restorations include some type of modification as an upgrade to modern vehicle systems.
Champion Modern Muscle Motor Oils
These premium mixtures of synthetic base fluids and additives provide maximum durability and protection from wear and viscosity breakdown by including special lubricity modifiers, and premium anti-wear additives.
416 cid Twin-Turbo LT1 Engine
In its 50-year history, Pro Car Associates has done it all when it comes to automotive work and engine work. Now in the capable hands of Chris Wright, Pro Car continues its quality work on builds like this 416 cid twin-turbo LT1 engine for a 2016 Camaro SS. Find out how much horsepower this beast cranks out!
Common Marine Engine Issues
Due to the damage potential with these engines from things such as water ingestion, corrosion, parts coming loose or breaking, and countless other issues, staying on top of your marine engine maintenance is crucial.
Company-by-Company Coronavirus Response: Update
Racing businesses and manufacturers have altered production, including making PPEs and medical supply components, during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Below are the latest updates on different industry companies’ responses to the pandemic. 3-Dimensional Services GroupLocated near Detroit in Rochester Hills, Michigan, Urgent Plastic Services, a branch of 3-Dimensional Services Group, has halted regular production to
OEMs Partner with Healthcare Industry to Manufacture Medical Supplies to Fight Coronavirus
Fiat Chrysler, Ford and GM are partnering with healthcare suppliers to ramp up production of critically needed face masks, respirators, ventilators and face shields for healthcare workers and coronavirus patients. Fiat Chrysler Automobiles Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA) is stepping in to help those at the front line of the coronavirus pandemic by manufacturing and donating
50 Years of Performance Timing Sets
Timing sets aren’t the most glamorous or trick item in a racing or street engine, but it is a very necessary piece. If your timing isn’t right, the list of engine damage can get lengthy.
FCA to Spend $400M Revamping Transmission Plant
Brad Clark, vice president and head of Engine and Transmission Manufacturing FCA North America announced FCA’s investment of $400 million to convert the ITP II plant into an engine assembly plant while also changing the name to Kokomo Engine Plant on March 5. Inside the 600,000-square-foot facility, leaders with Fiat Chrysler Automobiles publicly confirmed the
Are Carburetors Dead?
The carburetor market has evolved right along with the ever-changing technology that surrounds it, driven by the need to stay relevant and remain a viable option for those looking to win races.
Choosing an Automatic Transmission for Your LS Swap
Here’s a list of the main players and a quick rundown of GM’s transmission timeline, all suitable for an LS engine.
Callies and Energy Manufacturing Bring Back Mopar Gen II Hemi/Wedge Cast Iron Engine Blocks
A new deal with FCA Group puts the 426 Hemi and the 440 Wedge back on the track in a big way.
Higher Revving Education
We’ve all seen the ads in magazines and online for schools, classes and seminars on tuning an ever-increasing number of engines and even transmissions in today’s cars and trucks. The better ones will include the use of a chassis dyno to show real-time results of the step-by-step methods they teach.
Improve your Turbocharger Cleaning Process with Soda Blasting
It’s been more than 100 years since the idea for a turbocharged engine was developed. Originally their use had been limited to very large diesel engines and while there have been additional innovations for use in automobiles, it was not always the most popular power adder. The boost was powerful but the cost was too
5.7L Gen III Hemi Engine Mysteries
The original hemispherical combustion chamber engine design was introduced with the FirePower name for 1951 model-year Chrysler and was rated at 180 hp. The history of the Hemi is filled with plenty of memorable highlights such as Richard Petty’s dominance at the 1964 Daytona 500 where he lapped the field.
API Announces Improved Engine Oil Standards
The API announced the approval of improved performance standards for engine oils that will provide greater protection and fuel efficiency for today’s gasoline-engine-powered cars and trucks.
Bondurant School of High Performance Driving Purchased by Stig Investments
Stig Investments, Inc. announced it has finalized its purchase of the performance racing school. In conjunction with the purchase, the new owners and FCA US LLC announced the school will continue as The Official Performance Driving School of Dodge//SRT.
Bob Bondurant Driving School Purchased
The Bob Bondurant School of High Performance Driving, Inc. is being purchased by Stig Investments, Inc., a small group of business leaders with significant experience bringing organizations to maximum profitability and growth. Stig is a select assembly of entrepreneurs who are also graduates of the Bondurant school, racing enthusiasts and automobile collectors.
LIQUI MOLY Aims to Grow in Specialized Markets
Carlos Travé takes over responsibility for exports in the areas of marine, agriculture, commercial vehicles and construction equipment.
LIQUI MOLY Enters Formula 1
The German oil and additive specialist is investing millions in the racing series in order to boost its sales.
