With another Hot August Nights in the books, there’s nothing left to do now except clean up and share as many photos as we can. There was a lot to like in Reno, NV throughout the week, and we have even more images to share with you as we continue to gather what we’ve assembled
It turns out that a lot of people name their cars. Like, a lot. The phenomenon is called anthropomorphism, which in layman’s terms, is the act of assigning human characteristics to non-human things. We’re not going to bother ourselves with trying to figure out why people do this. We’re simply going to celebrate it. Our
Hot August Nights is in full swing. We’re spotting cars at the Summit Racing retail store in Sparks, NV. We’re spotting them at poker runs and cruise-ins. And we’re spotting them in downtown Reno. We’ll continue to share some of our favorite finds. Check out these Hot August Nights beauties! [portfolio_slideshow id=7782]
Hot August Nights. It’s one of those events that sort of named itself. Brought to life in 1986, the annual Reno, NV event encapsulates every aspect of the nostalgic 1950s and ‘60s hot rod lifestyle—the people, the music, the parties, and perhaps most importantly, the cars. When Hot August Nights first started, it wasn’t even
Run for the hills, Mopar and Chevy Guy. This gallery belongs to the Ford Mustang. Mustang enthusiasts came together over the weekend to share their rides with their Ford brethren at Summit Racing in Tallmadge, OH. The result was a pretty nice stable of ponies. See for yourself. [portfolio_slideshow id=7505]
What are the advantages of cast pistons versus forged pistons? Learn why high-boost, high-horsepower modifications lend themselves to the more-expensive and typically much stronger forged pistons. Also, hear why hypereutectic pistons are a nice mid-level compromise between cast and forged pistons and can help you run tighter tolerances. Check it out. Today I am going
Yesterday, we introduced you to Bob Jones—an Akron, OH car collector with a Jay Leno-like collection who is currently in possession of two historically relevant land speed record-winning jet-powered cars. We promised you more. And we like to keep our promises. Check out some more photos of Jones’ spectacular jaw-dropping collection. [portfolio_slideshow id=7360]
Car collector Bob Jones added a car to his vast collection that makes 17,500 horsepower and has been clocked on the Bonneville Salt Flats at 342.88 miles per hour—and it’s not even the fastest car in his garage. Cyclops—one of many jet-powered Green Monster cars built and piloted by Art Arfons—joined Jones’ remarkable vehicle collection
Shopping for a winch? Good news! There is a winch for every budget, powersports vehicle, and application. So, let’s buy one! Important note for the inexperienced winch buyer: If you’re buying a winch, you will almost certainly have to buy a winch-mounting kit specially made to fit your particular make and model ATV or side
NORWALK, OH — The weather was suspect. The cars were not. Despite dark and gloomy skies and the constant threat of rain, the 2012 Blue Suede Cruise at Summit Racing Equipment Motorsports Park in Norwalk, OH yielded a high volume of cars and trucks we would like to have. In fact, as I type, the OnAllCylinders
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