DSPORT Issue #267 Text by Michael Ferrara // Photos by MaryBeth Kiczenski and Jared Baschko After A historic turnout for the 30th AnniversAry of the shootout in 2023, many wondered if the event growth was simply due to the milestone aspect of it being the 30th anniversary. Would the success of […]
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844 WHP R32 Nissan GT-R
Over the past few decades, Nissan’s GT-R has become a stamp in the performance world. Whether it’s drag racing, road racing, or dyno queens, this platform proved it can compete with the best and most likely beat them. Before the current R35 generation that is capable of beating most supercars, […]
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Quick Tech | Tomei USA Titanium RB26 Front Pipe
Titanium. It not only delivers exceptional performance, it also sports an unmistakable look. Even the name “titanium” sounds cool. For years, titanium parts have been something that everyone wants, but not everyone can afford. A few years back, TOMEI USA started offering titanium cat-back exhaust systems at pricing that was […]
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Quick Tech | Bearings: Part 1
Friction is a parasite that consumes energy and craps heat. When you allow friction to go unchecked, it will waste your power, burn your fuel and cook your parts. On the contrary, employing a friction reduction strategy delivers significant benefits. Reducing friction reduces waste and reduces heat. Less waste and […]
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2018 Tokyo Auto Salon Tour | Best Of The Nissan Heritage Museum
As we walked through the valuable collection, we learned about the evolution of the company in both street cars and its motorsports heritage. The floors were a shrine to the GT-R that displayed its creation, as well as some of the first Nissan cars to compete in the African Safari, […]
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T1 Race Development R35 GT-R Aiming For World Record
“I love this car! I’ll never modify it. It’s perfect, just as it is.” Many can relate to this sentiment, and probably even more will admit to making changes shortly after. But the urge to upgrade always seems to overtake practicality and complacency. T1 Race Development’s Tony Palo would be […]
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Switzer’s P800 Upgrade Kit Pushes a Stock GT-R to the Limit
THERE’S NO QUESTION ABOUT IT. NISSAN’S R35 GT-R is the performance bargain of the century. When it was originally introduced, its $69,850 base price was definitely more attractive than its current starting price of $101,770. Due to this 45-percent increase in price, enthusiasts looking to make the jump behind the […]
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