Melissa Scoles, QA1, President & CEO
As president and CEO of QA1, Melissa Scoles has a lot on her plate. Despite her many responsibilities, meeting people in the industry is her favorite part.
APR ECU Upgrades For 2021+ Audi RS Q8
Holley’s ECU upgrade can create up to 685-767 horsepower and 731-804 lb-ft of torque on tap, depending on octane.
Running the Right ECU
It’s important that the ECU you choose for your vehicle’s engine makes sense for its application. Many people are not aware that the stock ECU simply isn’t going to cut it it many performance applications.
540 cid ProCharged Race Hemi Engine
Ken Lazzeri of INDY Cylinder Heads, is an engine builder rivaling anyone who calls themselves one of the best to build Mopar horsepower. He’s been building engines since he was a teen and he recently finished up a 540 cubic inch ProCharged Race Hemi engine for a fast bracket Cuda. We saw it highlighted on Facebook and had to share the details.
Mustang Dynamometer Upgrades AEM’s Power Absorption Unit
AEM Performance Electronics, a developer and supplier of electronic control and monitoring systems for performance automotive applications has shifted to the research and development of the performance EV market segment. When dyno testing EVs, electric vehicle drivetrains output big torque at low rpm creating a need for more steady state loading capability. The company contacted Mustang
GM Breaks Ground on Charlotte Technical Center
General Motors has broke ground on the new Charlotte Technical Center, a 130,000-sq.-ft. facility that will expand GM’s performance and racing capabilities. Additionally, the center will accelerate strategic knowledge transfer between motorsports and production vehicle development. Representatives of Chip Ganassi Racing, Richard Childress Racing, and Hendrick Motorsports joined GM for the groundbreaking at the complex
The Executioner – 6.7L Cummins-based Engine
Drew Pumphrey, owner of D&J Precision Machine, is the engine builder behind Firepunk’s 6.7L Cummins-based engine known as the Executioner. It’s a one-of-a-kind build.
GROB Systems G750 5-Axis Universal Machining Center
The G750’s unique machine concept includes a horizontal spindle position that permits the longest possible Z-travel path and optimum chip fall. The arrangement of the three linear axes offers maximum stability by minimizing the distance between the guides and the machining point.
Brian Tarnacki Joins Pinnacle Media
Brian Tarnacki, a widely respected expert in building strong brands at every level of the auto care and commercial vehicle industries, has joined Pinnacle Media, a full-service marketing communications agency with clients in the global transportation, manufacturing, software and professional services markets. Tarnacki, vice president of brand development for Pinnacle, has more than 30 years of
Holley Acquires AEM Performance Electronics
Holley has announced the acquisition of AEM Performance Electronics, the developer and supplier of electronic control and monitoring systems. “We are very excited to have the vast resources that an industry-leading company like Holley provides to help us accelerate the development of our products, particularly in the EV conversion space,” AEM Division President Greg
CNC Machines: The Haves vs. Have-Nots
Now more than ever, there’s a need for the precision and speed of a CNC in three-, four- and five-axis configurations as well as lathes.
GROB Systems’ G550 5-Axis Universal Machining Center
The G550 is controlled by the powerful GROB4Pilot machine control panel, which offers a multi-functional user interface that provides machine operators with a convenient working environment.
DENSO Products and Services Americas Celebrates 50 Years in America
DENSO Products and Services Americas (DPAM), Inc., an affiliate of global automotive supplier DENSO Corp., has kicked off a year of commemorative activities to celebrate the company’s 50th anniversary in America. One of the largest private employers in Long Beach, CA, the aftermarket automotive parts and mobility solutions powerhouse has been honored with a formal proclamation signed by Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia in recognition of its half-century milestone. DENSO will mark
The EFI Tuning Evolution
Much of the acceptance of EFI has been due to aftermarket companies making them more user-friendly.
Dynamometer Options for Your Car and Engine
There are a ton of different reasons engine builders would want a hub, chassis or engine dyno, so we looked into why you might opt for a particular dyno over another, or why you may want multiple dynos.
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
CNC Machines Keep the $pindle Moving
CNC block machining centers and CNC cylinder hones are some of the most popular machines today. These machines can increase productivity in the shop significantly.
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.
SEMA Data Co-op Acquires PartsHub
The SEMA Data Co-op (SDC) has acquired PartsHub, a comprehensive catalog management solution that will enhance a participating manufacturer’s ability to create and update industry standardized product information, regardless of their product data knowledge or expertise. The SDC is the leading product data service in the specialty equipment aftermarket. Using PartsHub’s expanded product information management
520 cid Hemi ProCharged Pro Mod Engine
This Tim McAmis Race Cars ‘68 Pro Mod Camaro features Pro Line Racing’s 520 cid Hemi engine, fed by an F-3X-140 ProCharger. Built in May 2020, this combo only has 25 passes on it and is all you need to be competitive in any number of drag racing sanctioning bodies. It can be yours for a cool $250,000.
