Cloudy and hazy headlight lenses make your car look like it’s suffering from a terrible case of cataracts. Not only do they look weathered, they also reduce the amount of light being projected and potentially impede the ability to see as well at night. This was hardly an issue prior […]
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Headlight Restoration Product Showcase
In order to fairly evaluate these headlight restoration products, we’ve sourced headlights from our Local Pick Your Part salvage yard to serve as test samples. These headlights are from 1994-1997 Honda Accords and feature similar wear, pitting, oxidation and UV damage. Each product will be tested on a portion of […]
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Mishimoto Designed Its 2015+ WRX Front-Mount Intercooler Kit
COOL TO THE CORE COOLER AIR MEANS DENSER AIR, DENSER AIR MEANS MORE POWER. To better harness cool air to make power in the 2015 Subaru WRX, Mishimoto designed its 2015+ WRX Front-Mount Intercooler Kit. The kit centers on a 28-inch intercooler core intended to provide improved cooling capability without […]
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970 WHP EVO IX Runs 9s, Shows and Shines
Car enthusiasts express their creativity and passion for cars by the way they build their machines. From parts upgrades to aesthetics, the build can be very telling about the person who drives it. It’s obviously subjective, as not everyone will appreciate what another has done. But when the likeminded meet, […]
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ACT Releases A Clutch Kit For The BMW E82, E90, and E60
UNDER PRESSURE THE FEEL OF THE CLUTCH PEDAL CAN MAKE OR BREAK A DRIVING EXPERIENCE. Advanced Clutch Technology (ACT) released its spring centered performance clutch kits that aim to provide moderate and consistent pedal feel and smooth engagement while maintaining high strength and durability. The Street kit combines the heavy […]
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Fuel 101: Race Gas, Octane, and Alternative Fuels Explained
What you feed your engine determines it’s ultimate performance. The nutritional performance needs of an engine are influenced by a number of factors. Some of the most important factors include compression ratio, rpm potential and boost pressure (on forced induction applications). Engines that run higher compression ratios (above 10:1), operate […]
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CTEK Developed The MUS 4.3 Test & Charge
POWER UP A DEAD BATTERY ISN’T THE END OF THE WORLD, BUT IT CAN MAKE YOU LATE for something. Getting the most out of a battery on any car requires special care and maintenance. In order to help maximize the life of your car battery, CTEK developed the MUS 4.3 […]
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983WHP Civic EK Runs 8s, Wants More | Bad-Ass B-Series
There’s a love-hate relationship between racers and rulebooks that dates back to the beginning of racing. Often viewed as a necessary evil, the rulebook levels the playing field while virtually placing a ceiling on performance potential. The popular Sport Front-Wheel Drive class (SFWD) lists specific restrictions, especially when it comes […]
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2016 Honda Civic Coupe | First Look
This is the all-new 2016 Honda Civic Coupe – Honda’s first ever turbocharged coupe. At the heart of the new 10th generation Civic is a 1.5-liter direct injection turbocharged engine that produces 174hp TORRANCE, Calif., November 17, 2015 – The newest member of the completely reengineered and reimagined 10th-generation Civic […]
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Extreme Turbo Systems Introduces An Intake For The 2015 Subaru WRX
REX INTAKE INCREASING POWER STARTS WITH IMPROVING AIRFLOW. EVEN THOUGH THE 2015 Subaru WRX comes equipped with an e fictive intake, Extreme Turbo Systems developed an intake for the FA20DIT engine to improve airflow even more. The ETS 2015 Subaru WRX Air Intake Kit uses a K&N filter to increase surface […]
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Monitoring Engine Vitals 101: Are You in the Data Loop?
Every vehicle on the road has gauges. From entry-level compact cars to ultra high performance vehicles, monitoring the most basic to the most complex engine and chassis vitals is essential. Typical gauges cover basic information such as fuel level, coolant temperature range, and engine and vehicle speed. High-performance vehicles go […]
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Buschur Racing’s 1G DSM Hooks All Four Automatically
The idea of an automatic drag car seems so “domestic” to most import enthusiasts. After all, when was the last time you saw an automatic Civic, RX7 or Supra scorching the 1320? Of course, there have been automatic conversions adopted by the Supra community, LS swapped imports, and the 1G/2G […]
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BorgWarner Releases Its S200SX-E and S300SX-E Turbochargers
GETTIN’ AIR THE OLD SAYING, “THERE’S NO REPLACEMENT FOR DISPLACEMENT” HAS BEEN LOSING relevance as forced induction technologies improve. Taking steps to get even more out of forced induction, BorgWarner expanded its product line with the Airwerks SX-E series super core assemblies. BorgWarner developed these core assemblies to create more performance […]
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Molecule Releases New Detailer Lineup
KEEP IT CLEAN BORN OUT OF PROFESSIONAL MOTORSPORTS, MOLECULE ONCE SPECIALIZED ONLY in racing suit cleaning solutions. The brand now covers a broad range of products for daily commuters, pro racing drivers and everyone in between. The Cleaner lineup fulfills the role of a heavy duty cleaner to target dirt, […]
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1,140 whp Street and Strip Toyota Supra Shines and Runs 9’s
Project builds often start with a particular goal in mind. Whether its astronomical horsepower numbers, single-digit drag strip performance or piles of show car trophies and ribbons, each of us is guided by a different set of wants and desires. When Tyler Pflanz first set eyes on the JZA80 Supra […]
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