For some racers, 12 volts just aren’t enough. Many drag racers and circle track racers have opted to run 16-volt batteries to give their ignition system and other components a boost. The extra voltage from these batteries creates a hotter spark, allowing you to run a larger spark plug gap and even jet up your carburetor. Combine
U.S Military personnel now have a chance to own a Ford Mustang designed just for them. Roush Performance has created a special version of the 2015 Mustang for members of the United States Armed Forces–the Roush Warrior Mustang. Roush has teamed up with Military Autosource to make the limited-edition pony car available exclusively to military personnel serving
Fiat Chrysler is recalling about 1.4 million cars and trucks due to their vulnerability to potential hacking. The company was already distributing software updates for UConnect-equipped vehicles when Wired magazine published a video in which software programmers were able to remotely hack into a 2014 Cherokee while it was being driven (you can see that
A parking lot is a parking lot is a parking lot—unless it’s the Summit Racing parking lot. On any given day or time, the lot outside a Summit Racing store can turn into an impromptu mini car show, depending on who’s stopped by the store. On Wednesdays, we’ll share our parking lot find of the week—another
Bad news: your 2013 or newer Jeep Cherokee may be vulnerable to a cyber attack. Good news: Fiat Chrysler is aware of the problem and has created a downloadable fix to prevent an attack. A recent video report by Wired shows how hackers can compromise a Jeep Cherokee remotely through its UConnect infotainment system. In the
For the second consecutive year, Bonneville Speed Week has been canceled. The SCTA (Southern California Timing Association) made the announcement today via social media, citing the lack of salt suitable for a safe race course. According to the statement, most of the salt flats are either wet or wet and muddy. You can read the
From time to time, OnAllCylinders will provide a peek at some of the newest products and deals that can help get your next project on track for less. Check out what’s in our parts bin this week: Mopar 499 Street Hero Engine Combos OnAllCylinders brought you the Mopar 499 Street Hero series by Mike Mavrigian.
The Shelby Daytona is one of the most legendary and valuable race cars in American automotive history. Based loosely on the AC Cobra roadster chassis and drivetrain, the Daytona coupe made Shelby the first American constructor to win a title in international competition at the 1965 FIA World Sportscar Championship. Only six of the ultra-rare
The fight is officially on to see who can build the best junkyard racer. The guys from the popular web series Roadkill threw out a challenge to the Gas Monkey Garage team (as seen on Discovery’s Fast & Loud) to see who can build the best junkyard racer and take it 1,000 miles. It took a couple
We have to hand it to Mopar enthusiasts. The Mopar crowd is arguably the most vocal, most passionate group of people in the hot rodding community. So it wasn’t much of a surprise when this group responded to our recent Chevrolet crate engine guide with: “Where’s the crate engine guide for Mopars?” Ask and you shall receive. We’ve put together
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