All Honda Civics are happier turbocharged and the import performance aftermarket figured this out back in the mid ‘90s when a DRAG turbo kit was king. It took Honda nine generations of the Civic to finally concede that Boost is Best! Today, the 10th-generation Civic relies upon the efficient and […]
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D’GARAGE Project Kia Forte GT Presented by Harman Kardon : Part 3
No drag strips, no tuner and companies around the world feeling the impact from COVID19 has caused more than a few projects to fall behind. While this Project Forte has been impacted significantly, we were still able to make a giant leap in the right direction since our last episode. […]
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904 WHP Nissan R35 GT-R
In 2007, the automotive world had an opportunity to beat most supercars for just $69,850. Priced less than half of most of its competitors, the Nissan R35 GT-R made for quite the argument when it came to performance. More power, better handling, and far more potential than the Porsche 911 […]
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704 WHP Mitsubishi Evo X
The Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution community is strong. Visit The Shootout in Ohio every August, and you’ll see just how far enthusiasts have taken this platform. The all-wheel drive configuration and the turbocharged engine make it one of the more promising platforms in the import performance world. From Rally to the […]
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1,000 WHP Nissan Skyline GTS-T
The world of racing is filled with stories. Each car build brings an entire journey along with it, from cars that were once garage queens, to ones that have never seen tracks. Steve Glassen wrote an iconic tale with his 1992 Nissan Skyline GTS-T. What was once a rolling shell […]
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492 WHP Honda S2000
What does it take to move the spirit and 2,800-pounds too? The roar of 500 horsepower would do the trick. What would move the spirit even more? Doing the work yourself. Corporal Ben Huey’s old Civic was pretty tired, which put him in the market for a new ride. While […]
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1,081 WHP Audi Sport Quattro
When we think of all-wheel drive legends in rally, our minds immediately go to the Mitsubishi Evolution and the Subaru WRX STI. However, well before these two made names for themselves, the Audi Quattro was the benchmark. The Audi Quattro made its way on the scene in 1981 and quickly […]
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Engine Tech | Part 1: World’s Quickest Air Cooled Bug
Get ready for me to piss off a bunch a people again. Making a big peak power number on a turbo engine is easy. It does not take a genius. The recipe is simple. Simply select a big turbo (enough airflow capacity), crank up the boost, add enough fuel and […]
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590 WHP All-Carbon R34
The level of upgrades on a car usually shows the level of commitment the owner has for the build. Bolt-on upgrades shows you’re interested, a built engine shows you’re serious, and a full carbon fiber interior and exterior shows you’re all in. Jason Garcia chose the hard way, twice. After […]
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1,401 WHP Porsche GT2
Porsche has come a long way since its humble beginning back in 1948, when Ferdinand Porsche introduced the very first Porsche 356 using just 200 workers in a small place. Each year since then, Porsche continued to evolve with the latest technology, the highest-quality parts, and more efficient designs that […]
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Test & Tune: 2017 Lexus IS200t | JB4 Plug-N-Play Solution
When Tyler, our Events and Marketing Manager, traded in his Honda Civic Si for a Lexus IS200t, we figured he was planning to settle down and enjoy the ride rather than try and get there fast. It only took him a week to complain about the lack of low-end torque […]
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507 WHP Acura NSX
During the times when the GT-R, RX-7, Supra, EVO, and STi all had turbochargers, Acura took a chance and produced a naturally-aspirated supercar-like in the NSX. The Acura NSX became a phenomenon, competing with hyper cars like the Ferrari, both in terms of looks and performance. Lightweight, wide-bodied, and on-point […]
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446 WHP Nissan Silvia S15
Whether it’s a Silvia, an NSX, a Skyline, or a Supra; it comes down to the purpose. Some people build cars that they’ve dreamed about since childhood, some want the best platform, and others have a deep reason behind their journey. The story of the car is what makes a […]
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740 WHP Toyota Supra
With all that hype surrounding the new Toyota Supra, people can’t help but criticize it simply because it’s not the JZA80 Supra. No matter what Toyota does now, unless it’s a replica of the original fourth-generation Supra, it won’t be good enough. If you’re a fan of DSPORT Magazine, the […]
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582 WHP Mitsubishi EXO Evo
When you finally make the decision to turn your vehicle into a dedicated race car, one of the best ways to shave some time off your slip is to start reducing weight. Some racers change their stock seats with aftermarket ones, other drivers replace their hoods with lighter carbon fiber, […]
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