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Why Drivers and Mechanics Are United Against Automakers: ‘Right To Repair’ Explained
Key Takeaways Right to repair empowers consumers. It ensures car owners can access repair information and choose service providers, not just dealerships. Tech advances challenge old agreements. Modern cars’ proprietary software and data collection aren’t covered by past…
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Full archive900 HP With a Factory Warranty: Direct Connection Supercharger Packages Are Back on the Ram Rumble Bee
Last summer, when Ram announced that the Hemi’s comeback was just the beginning, we asked company executives whether we’d see the return of factory-backed power upgrades…
Do Helmet Spoilers Actually Work?
If you’ve ever competed in open-wheel racing, you’ve likely been exposed to the confusing (but kind of cool) world of helmet aerodynamics. As a former racer…
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: The Best Method for Setting Hydraulic Lifter Preload
I just read a post on a Facebook forum where a guy was asking about setting the preload on his hydraulic roller lifters. There were about…
Video: A Brake Bleeding Walkthrough Tutorial
A while back we introduced you to the Summit Racing Spec Miata project car. Well, after some track days and autocross events, the brake fluid in…
Connecting Rod Basics
As horsepower is increased in any internal combustion engine, the need for more durable parts is required. The rotating assembly, which is comprised of the crankshaft,…
The Family Truckster: Reviving My Dad’s 1994 Chevrolet K1500 Pickup
Some trucks are just transportation. Others become part of the family. This 1994 Chevrolet K1500 has been part of ours for more than three decades—and after…
Understanding Piston Slipper Skirts: The Engineered HP Advantage
Editor’s Note: Choosing the right pistons is absolutely essential to ensuring that your engine (whatever it’s going into) lives a long, happy life. So we asked the piston…
Ask Away! with Jeff Smith: Choosing a Thumping Cam for a Chevy 283
Short and sweet question: I want a nice ‘thumper’ cam for the stock 283 in my ’30 Ford. Can you help me choose the right one?…
Stopping the British: Upgrading the Brakes on an MGB GT
When it comes to British roadsters, the MGB is king. MG made a zillion of them so there are lots to choose from, parts are readily…
