Street, strip, cones and courses. Building a car that performs competently in all arenas is no easy feat. In fact, finding the right combination to accommodate all of these motorsports can prove to be downright frustrating. But for some, all-sport status is essential. What would be better than a machine […]
Read MoreTOMEI POWERED Dissects the FA20 | Flat Four
If the Toyota 4AG is a firecracker, the Subaru/Toyota FA20 is a stick of dynamite. Featuring direct injection, high compression, four valves per cylinder, and variable valve timing for both intake and exhaust events, the FA20 showcases today’s latest engine technologies. This compact, all-aluminum, 2.0-liter boxer engine delivers performance through […]
Read More2016 DSPORT Tokyo Auto Salon Tour
THE RETURN TO JDM LAND Mark your calendars and get ready to join DSPORT Magazine in Japan for the 2016 Tokyo Auto Salon! This once-in-a-lifetime opportunity is packed with an itinerary to cover all the best automotive culture of Japan. The official tour begins in Los Angeles, California as the […]
Read MoreAuto Meter Adds New Looks to its GPS Speedometer Lineup
SPEED SENSING GPS IS NOT USED JUST FOR NAVIGATION ANYMORE. SELF-CONTAINED GPS UNITS CAN simplify dash setups while adding useful functions. Auto Meter recently introduced a full lineup of GPS speedometer options and are now adding the Carbon Fiber, Traditional Chrome and Z Series to the list. These speedometers require no calibration […]
Read MoreDaily-Driven Subaru STI Makes 565 WHP The Hard Way
There are no “born” drivers, only fast learners. Driving a car well is a skill that comes from instruction, experience and tons of practice. As a driver’s skill set improves, the need for greater vehicle performance follows suit. During the week, Paul Nardi uses his 2008 Subaru Impreza STI to […]
Read MoreTitan Built 1,067 WHP Toyota Supra Earns Bragging Rights
Competition motivates. When the contest is between father and son, that atmosphere takes on an entirely new meaning. Doug Perera and his son Anthony love high- performance. After Anthony built a 1,041-horsepower EVO VIII, Doug was motivated to show his son that he could do a little better. Deciding to […]
Read More850 WHP XS Engineering Time Attack Nissan R32 GT-R
Small guerilla armies consistently defeat some of the most capable and properly-trained government armies around the world. In these instances, unconventional tactics and methods lead to victory over superior forces. In the motorsports’ arena, there is no combative force bigger than an OEM. Blank-check budgets and extensive staffs of engineers, […]
Read More786 HP Turbocharged K-series Honda Civic Aims At Eights
Changing up the program keeps the interest alive. Staying with the program includes evolving with the trends and the times. Long-time Honda fanatic Paul Armstrong wanted to build another Honda Civic, but he wanted to build it differently. His first build was a Civic coupe, his second was a CR-X. […]
Read MoreTomei Powered, USA Introduces Its Expreme Ti Exhaust for the Nissan 350Z and 370Z
TITANIUM POWER WEIGHT HINDERS PERFORMANCE. IN SOME CASES, SHEDDING WEIGHT IN MATERIALS and construction a vehicle also leads to a loss of build strength. When it comes to the exhaust system, corrosion is added to the list of concerns. Tomei Powered, USA addressed these concerns with its Expreme Ti exhaust […]
Read MoreCar Care 101: Keeping the Shine Alive
As car enthusiasts, we sometimes overlook one important facet of car care. This doesn’t refer to general engine maintenance or being able to perform your own repair work; we’re actually talking about keeping a car’s finish clean and protected from the elements. All too often, a proud owner will be […]
Read MoreTurbosmart’s New Twin Port IWG-75 Wastegate Actuator
PERFECT PSI BOOST TOO LITTLE AND YOU’RE DOWN ON POWER, BOOST TOO MUCH AND YOU END up with a repair bill. Some engines may appear more bulletproof than others, but they all run at their best with specific tunes and tolerances. Turbosmart’s new Twin Port IWG-75 wastegate actuator, available in […]
Read MoreTriple D 240SX | Drag, Drift, or Drive, This RB-Powered Nissan 240SX Is Ready For Action
While just about every DSPORT reader would love to have a 12-car garage filled with a car for every occasion, the reality is that the majority can only afford a single vehicle. When you have just one vehicle that you are going to be daily-driving and racing at the track, […]
Read MorePivothead Eyewear Allows Users to Capture HD video and High-Res Images
POV IN STYLE WHILE MANY DIFFERENT ACTION CAMERAS CAPTURE EXTREME MOMENTS from mounted or handheld angles, a true point-of-view perspective makes for an entirely different viewing experience. Pivothead has introduced a lineup of eyewear that allows users to capture HD video and high-res images from their perspective with a simple push […]
Read MoreSurface Rust Removal: Eliminate the Iron Oxide, Bring Out the Healthy Metal
Rust. It’s ugly, it’s a sign of deterioration and it’s never a positive indication of the condition of parts. While hipsters are into the “patina” look, the rest of the population avoids rusty parts, especially since parts being prepared for fabrication or paint do not benefit from this layer of […]
Read MoreAero-Tuned Mazda RX-7 Shaves Seconds With Aerodynamics
In Japan, the pursuit of time attack records has driven tuner shops and privateers alike to Tsukuba Circuit, the Mecca of time-attack competition. This benchmark circuit has been the battlefield where many a competitor has waged war against the clock in the hunt for class records. The highest honor is […]
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