Month: August

Parts-Bin Engineering: Richard Cumo’s Lotus Esprit S4

In production from 1976 to 2004, the Lotus Esprit built an impressive resume. It made appearances in two James Bond films (including once as a submarine), was featured alongside Julia Roberts in the movie “Pretty Woman,” earned an IMSA Bridgestone Supercar Championship driver’s title, and starred in video games on the Sega Genesis. That pedigree

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Video: How to Measure for the Right Shock Fit on Your Car or Truck

Travel, compression, rebound, ride height—you’ve got a lot of factors to consider when installing aftermarket shock absorbers. Thankfully, the suspension experts at QA1 can explain what you need to know before buying any parts. In today’s video, the QA1 team covers how to set up ride height, which will ultimately help determine what type and

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Ford Performance Parts Buyers Guide for 2015-17 Mustang (S550)

It’s hard to believe, but the S550 Mustang (2015-17 Mustang) has now been in production for more than three years. That means more and more sixth-generation ‘Stangs from the 2015 model year will be coming off leases and out of warranty. So, if you’ve ever wanted to get your hands on an S550 (or hop

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New 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL Details Emerge: Three Engine Options Available

The 2018 Jeep Wrangler JL is now in the Fiat-Chrysler America dealer system, according to several reports, giving Jeep and off-road enthusiasts our first look at the engines, trims, colors, and option packages available in this all-new, highly anticipated Wrangler. For the first time in decades, Jeep is offering a Wrangler diesel engine option in North

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NHRA Wrap-Up: Brown, Hight & Skillman Win in Seattle

Antron Brown piloted his dragster to the Top Fuel victory Sunday at the 30th annual NHRA Northwest Nationals at Pacific Raceways in Kent, WA. Robert Hight in Funny Car, and Drew Skillman in Pro Stock were also winners in their respective categories at the 16th of 24 events on the 2017 NHRA Mello Yello Drag

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