Civic Type R K20C1 Engine
“Not many people have seen the Civic Type R engine taken apart, let alone built into something substantial. They’re pretty big engines from the factory – we’re bending rods at 400 horsepower, which is unlike Hondas in the past. This engine is a totally different approach. It’s a direct injection, turbo engine. It’s the Honda that we’re going to be working with for the next 20 years.” Read how 4 Piston Cylinder Heads built this Civic Type R engine into an 800 hp beast.
OEM Confusion Spells Success For the Engine Builder
GM announced last month they are closing plants and shuttering several others. The direction they cite is that they are moving away from sedans and will shift volumes towards SUVs and trucks. Ford announced many months ago they are only going to produce the Focus and the Mustang for car production. FCA is killing other sedans
MAHLE Acquires Transmission Specialist ZG-Zahnrader und Getriebe
MAHLE is taking over the transmission specialist ZG-Zahnräder und Getriebe GmbH, based in Eching, near Munich/Germany. With this step, the technology group MAHLE is further developing its competence in the entire powertrain.
Plymouth Owner’s Club Expands Member Reach
The board of directors of the Plymouth Owner’s Club, Inc. has voted to allow “Modified” Plymouth cars, trucks and Fargo commercial vehicles into the club membership. This change means that they will now be able become dues paying members of the club and to be judged at an official Plymouth Club meet in a new
Street Rod Market
The street rod market has for many years been considered to comprise cars built before 1949 – around the time that hot rods were initially created by soldiers returning from World War II. As many of you know the story, a handful of these war heroes took the innovation they applied in the Armed Services
Analyzing Fatigue and Distress
Engine bearing inspection is a great way to get a visual indication of what is going on inside the engine under operating conditions. Upon teardown, the bearings will often have “tell-tale” signs of problems that have occurred and need to be addressed. However, the distress noticed in the bearing is often misunderstood and referred to
Motor State Distributing Adds Woodward Fab to its Vendor Product Line
Motor State Distributing has added Woodward Fab (WWF) to its expanding vendor product line. Woodward Fab, a division of Heck industries, is an industry leader in affordable, high-quality metal working tools and equipment for the automobile industry.
Tariffs: SEMA Says No
The Driving American Jobs Coalition will inform policymakers and stakeholders about the negative effects of imposing new auto tariffs, including massive job losses and significant consumer price increases for virtually all motor vehicles and parts.
Federal-Mogul Motorparts Commemorates 100th Anniversary of Fel-Pro Gaskets
Employees and family members celebrated the milestone during an event at Fel-Pro’s engineering, manufacturing and distribution complex in Skokie, IL.
Top 15 Music in Cars Movie Scenes
This is a list of some of the greatest movie scenes featuring characters singing songs while in/on vehicles. Just try to keep from singing along at your desk.
Dedication or Design – 12-Bolt GM is Still a Popular Differential
What is the goal for performance when it comes to the automobile? The object is to take all of the components of the automobile and improve upon them for power and durability. Most of the time this pertains to the engine, transmission and rear differential. However, the rear differential is the most frequently overlooked component
Honeywell to Use Garrett as Company Name for Transportation Systems Business
Honeywell has announced its Transportation Systems business will rebrand itself “Garrett – Advancing Motion” upon successful completion of the previously announced spin off, which is expected to close before the end of the third quarter.
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca Appoints New CEO
WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca officials have announced Timothy P. McGrane as CEO of the County of Monterey-owned facility, effective June 1. McGrane is a lifelong automotive enthusiast with an extensive background in event management, fundraising, and sponsorship acquisition.
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
NASCAR Acquires ARCA in Effort to Grow US Stock Car Racing
In a move designed to strengthen a relationship that dates back more than 60 years, NASCAR has announced the acquisition of the Automobile Racing Club of America (ARCA).
Jobs of the Week – April 16-20
It’s tough to find good help sometimes, especially when it comes to technical jobs like those in the engine building industry. We want to help you find those qualified, skilled employees that will better your business. Here are the available jobs this week.
Aeromotive Promotes Jon Pestinger to VP of Sales
Aeromotive has announced the promotion of Jon Pestinger to vice president of sales. Formerly the company’s national sales manager, the new position became effective January 1.
How Will the New Tax Cuts and Jobs Act Impact Your Business?
The late-2017 tax overhaul known as the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) is the most sweeping change to the federal tax code in at least 30 years. It calls for lowering individual and corporate tax rates, repealing many tax credits and deductions, enhancing the child tax credit, boosting business write-offs, and more. The law
How Did We Get Here?
Today, I am going to take you on a journey back in time to see what started this whole industry of rebuilding engines and what events made us who we are for what we do today.
Getting Aboard with Inboard Marine Engines
Marine engine building is a niche market that is much smaller than the automotive market, but it can also be a very lucrative business for those with the know-how and experience.
