Tesla Aftermarket Pioneer T Sportline Announces Brian Reese as CEO
Kian Capital-backed T Sportline, a leading designer, marketer, distributor and e-commerce retailer of premium-branded aftermarket parts and accessories designed specifically for Tesla and other electric vehicles, today announced that Brian Reese has joined the company as Chief Executive Officer. He joins T Sportline co-founders, Jon Pek and Elie Rothstein, who will continue respectively as VP of
Crack Detection and Repair
When dealing with high-performance engines, it’s imperative to know a thing or two about crack detection!
Shop Solutions December 2021
Check out these Shop Solutions from builders across the country!
Formula One Great Frank Williams Dies at 79
Frank Williams, the founder and former team principal of Formula One’s Williams Racing, has died. He was 79. Williams took his motor racing team from an empty carpet warehouse to the summit of Formula One, overseeing 114 victories, a combined 16 drivers’ and constructors’ world championships, while becoming the longest-serving team boss in the sport’s
Mattox-Gorby Promotions Purchases United Rebel Sprint Series
Terry Mattox and Kerry Gorby of Mattox-Gorby Promotions have purchased the United Rebel Sprint Series (URSS) 305ci winged sprint car racing series with events in Kansas and Missouri. The pair plan to cross-promote races with the Oil Capital Racing Series, also owned by Mattox-Gorby Promotions. “Our goal is to continue to develop the series and 305
Off-Road Race Engines
As the off-road racing community and technology grew, so did the vehicle speeds and related suspension components. Today, these are without a doubt one of the most highly strained engines in motorsports – bar none.
Motorcycle Drag Race Engines
Back when we started to get serious about competing in the V-Twin drag racing scene, there were four or five manufactures making engine cases, heads, crank/flywheel assemblies, and connecting rods, along with other parts for large cubic inch competition V-twin engines. At the time, the largest factory engines from Harley-Davidson were 80 cubic inch big
Dirt Late Model Engines
The small blocks are preferred over the big blocks in dirt racing because of their lighter weight for better handling through the turns. In this type of racing, the way your car drives through the corners is way more important than horsepower down the straights.
Lubrication Specialities Inc. Hires James Palasota as COO
Lubrication Specialties Inc. has announced the addition of James Palasota as the company’s Chief Operating Officer. Palasota has an extraordinary record of developing startups into global brands, conceptualizing strategic direction and developing the internal processes to ensure integration at all levels of operations, nationally and internationally. As vice president of sales and marketing for Sottera, Inc.
Terry Mattox Takes Over as ASCS Owner
Officials from the Lucas Oil American Sprint Car Series (ASCS) have announced new ownership, with Terry Mattox taking over as head of the Oklahoma-based series. Mattox will also serve as national competition director. Founded by Emmett Hahn in 1992, ASCS hosts nearly 200 events each year across its regional and national tours. Hahn will
2,000+ HP Capable GT500 Short Block
Starting out building custom drag race engines, Fast Forward Race Engines has transitioned into doing batch engine work for other shops the last decade. One of it’s best-selling short blocks is this 2,000-HP capable GT500 and we’ve got all the details.
Roger Penske, IMS President Doug Boles to Headline PRI Grand Opening Breakfast
Roger Penske and Indianapolis Motor Speedway (IMS) President J. Douglas Boles will kick off the 2021 Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Trade Show as featured speakers at the Grand Opening Breakfast. Taking place just before the PRI Show officially opens on December 9, 2021, the Breakfast is an iconic staple of the trade show and signifies
Stage 8 Locking Fasteners
Get the perfect stocking stuffer for the automotive enthusiast. Stage 8 offers fail-safe mechanical locking fasteners for headers, turbos, oil pans, timing covers, manifolds, valve covers, and more. Stage 8 locking fasteners absolutely eliminate any loose bolts caused by thermal expansion and vibration. Stage 8 products are proudly made in the USA. All necessary hardware is included
Fierce Competition Awaits W Series Drivers at Circuit of the Americas
W Series is heading to Austin, Texas, USA, this weekend and, after a seven-week break, the drivers could not be more excited at the prospect of a season-ending double-header and racing on the same day as Formula 1’s United States Grand Prix. Of the 18 women on the grid this weekend, only the two US-based
Manley Performance Toyota Tundra Valve Spring Kit
Manley’s new kit (p/n 26205) features a set of 32 valve springs that are wound from an exceptionally pure steel alloy and engineered for use in conjunction with aftermarket camshafts that have lifts to .480″.
LIQUI MOLY Launches New Oil for Ford Models
With Top Tec 6610, LIQUI MOLY is launching a new motor oil on the market that meets the latest Ford requirements (WSS M2C 952-A1), among others. “This is a top-of-the-line oil that reduces fuel consumption and at the same time offers the engine comprehensive protection,” says Oliver Kuhn, deputy head of the LIQUI MOLY oil
Internal Combustion Engines vs. Electric Vehicles (EV)
Electric Vehicles May not be Able to Dominate the Automotive Industry in the Near Term: Challenges Still Remain.
Motorcycle Engine Lubrication
Despite common misconceptions, not all oil is created equal when it comes to lubricating motorcycle engines. As with other consumer vehicles, owners want high performance and protection for their investment, which is why using the proper lubricants is so critical to making sure they function properly.
Speed of Air Engine Technology
Speed of Air’s patented technology can easily and effectively optimize combustion to deliver a significant increase in power.
Stellantis Invests in Kokomo Transmission Plant
Auto maker Stellantis is to invest US$229m in three of its plants in Kokomo, Indiana, to help the company reach its goal of achieving 40% low-emission vehicle sales in the USA by 2030. The investment will support retooling of the Kokomo Transmission (KTP), Kokomo Casting and Indiana Transmission plants to produce the fourth-generation 8-speed transmission.