The power-handling capabilities of a properly modified Toyota 2JZ engine have become legendary thanks to nearly 30 years of engine development from many tuners and engine builders in the States. While the RB26 is a worthy competitor to the 2JZ, many are finding out that building a high-horsepower RB26 with […]
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175 WHP Hakosuka
The GT-R has proved itself to be one of the most capable platforms in the car scene. If you’ve ever been to The Shootout, GT-R World Cup, or TX2K, you’ve probably seen 2,500whp+ GT-R beating just about any car you put along their sides. On road courses, the GT-R holds […]
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D’GARAGE Lexus IS 350 Project: Part 1
Relax and let out a giant sigh of relief. That is exactly what we did upon finishing the Lexus IS 350 SEMA project two days before transport to SEMA. This left us a day to get video and still shots in the studio for this build and the IS 500 […]
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611 WHP Subaru WRX STI
Considered by many to be the last of the great STIs, the 2007 Subaru WRX STI is becoming a collector’s item. After building its reputation as a rally-bred animal, the STI reached an iconic status as a performance car capable of competing against the very best. While the legendary EJ25 […]
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632 WHP Honda S2000
No one is born a legend. Legends are created through years of being tested, earning the title and leaving a legacy behind. In the case of the Honda S2000, it didn’t take much more than a timeless styling, a 2.0-liter engine that revs up to 9,000 RPM, and a lifespan […]
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1,243 WHP Mitsubishi Evo 8
EVOs and the seven-second barrier. While the Extreme Tuners EVO out of Greece supposedly became the first EVO into the 7s back in 2017, nearly five years later there are only a handful of EVOs that have earned 7-second status. Since there hasn’t been a dedicated spec or class for […]
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757 WHP Honda S2000
Few people would choose a 10th-generation Accord to go drag racing. Even fewer people would be able to modify their 10th-gen Accord to run deep into the 11s. Joel Felix of Colorado managed to modify his 4-door Accord to set the record for the quickest 10th-gen while building a 5,000 […]
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First Drive | 2022 Lexus IS 500
While we love forced induction, there is always something to be enjoyed about naturally-aspirated V8s. A large-displacement V8 brings us back to an era of raw horsepower and a pure, wild driving experience. Lexus has been one of the automakers that are constantly evolving, even replacing their big V8 in […]
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623 WHP Nissan 370Z
The history of Nissan’s “Z” dates back to 1959 well before it had the last letter in the alphabet in its title. What started as the Datsun Sports 1000 has transitioned into an icon in the import performance world. It wasn’t until 1969 that Datsun/Nissan introduced the world to the […]
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D’GARAGE Project Kia Forte GT Presented by Harman Kardon : Part 4
With enough money just about anything can be accomplished. However, accomplishing a lofty goal on a limited budget is not so easy. When we were asked if we could take a 2020 Kia Forte GT and make it beat a Civic Type-R in a drag race with only $3,500 in […]
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Top Secret’s 650 WHP Nissan R32 GT-R
Some 23-years ago, a man by the name of Smoky Nagata attempted the ultimate stunt in the tuner world. Powered by passion of speed or just pure madness, Smoky shipped his Toyota Supra to England, along with a video and photography crew to witness and record his stunt. It was […]
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Rad Dan’s 1,017 WHP Toyota Supra
How far are you willing to go to do what you love? For some, hard work pays off; for others, luck can be their best friend; and for people like Dan Burkett, giving it everything they have is the only way to live their dreams. Since the age of 14, […]
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609 WHP Toyota Supra
What is it like to start from the bottom? Unlike Drake, starting from the bottom doesn’t always equate to going from poor to rich. In the automotive world, you always get to choose the platform you want to build. The model, condition, and end-goal set the floor for the entire […]
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558 WHP Club DSPORT Built Subaru BRZ
With the rising popularity of the Subaru BRZ, more and more enthusiasts are pushing its limits. The only problem is its limit isn’t too far. While incredible in its stock configuration, the BRZ leaves much to be desired in terms of horsepower. The great handling and light weight can only […]
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781 WHP Mitsubishi Evo IX
Over the past decade, the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution has proved capable of achieving great things. While originally intended for rally racing, the EVO has become a drag strip monster. Thanks to the capable 4G63 engine and the all-wheel drive system, the EVO is now in the 7-second territory and continues […]
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