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The article evaluates the IPD Intake Plenum from Innovative Pro Design used to manage and maximize the flow of air into a Porsche sports car engine.

The article evaluates several five-cylinder engine enabled automobiles from automobile manufacturer Audi, which include the Quattro, RS2 and TT RS automobiles.

The article evaluates the Barra XR6 Turbo engine for sports cars from automobile manufacturer Ford.

The article discusses the remodeling of the hybrid sports car Acura NSX manufactured by the automobile manufacturing company Honda. Topics include the search for the NSX, the changes done to the car engines including input of new parts such as the rear diffuser, and the influence of the performance history of Honda over the years.

The article offers information on customization of rock crawler Bronco from owner Kevin Garrett who is engineer living in the Pacific Northwest. Topics discussed include usage of a custom-built aluminum-block, custom hydraulic roller cam from automaker Ford with 550 horsepower engine, traction bars for increased space designed by CBM Designs; and better front suspension for rock crawling with increased engine efficiency.

A step-by-step instruction is presented for installing suspension systems and Rite Performance Lower Control Arm/Crossmember in Brace in sports cars.

The article focuses on a Lotus 47 mid-engined sports car and mentions topics including the car's features including its engine, suspension and body, a comparison between the Lotus 47 and S1 Europa, and the restoration of the car.

The article evaluates the Barra six-cylinder 4.0 litre capacity XR6 Turbo engines for sports cars from automobile manufacturer Ford.

The article discusses the process of building an experimental Dirt Late Model engine for sports cars based on engine builder CRD Engines' LS engine architecture. Topics discussed include the aim of the project to build a big-inch, carbureted LS7 engine to compare it to the Dirt Late Model engine technology and use of RHS' aluminum LS block and LS7 cylinder heads as the foundation for the build.

The article provides an engine system troubleshooting guide for automobile racers. Topics discussed include regular checking of timing at the track and before running the car, some factors that may cause the timing to change, buying a wire tester for plug wires and using it often, determining if the spark plugs are getting hot enough and rechecking and resetting the valve clearance.

The article presents the rules and guidelines for the Great American racing series. The car race guidelines are designed to provide minimum acceptable requirements to conduct the race in an orderly manner. It includes the required dimension for the car body, appropriate bumpers, four-point rollcages or frames and many other conditions.

The article offers information on the 1966 Chevrolet Corvette restomod automobile owned by Gene Lee. It states the car's fully boxed frame and its chassis features front control arms for caster and camber. Also mentioned that the front suspension was narrow for more pleasing offset wheel and good handling performance of the car.

This article focuses on the 2015 Corvette Z06 street car, which was developed by Corvette Chief Engineer Tadge Juechter and his team and manufactured by the Chevrolet division of U.S. automotive company General Motors (GM). Topics discussed include the various features of the car including a LT4 engine, Tremec seven-speed manual transmission, and carbon-fiber torque tube, and the author's experience of driving the car at the Road Atlanta motor sports facility in Georgia.

The article discusses the building of a Front-engine, Rear wheel drive, Sporty (FR-S) car for the 2014 Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA) Show. Topics covered include the upgrades made on the stock silver car's front and rear bumpers, side skirts, headlights, and fender, the pursuit of a classy motorsport-inspired interior look akin to a Porsche or BMW build, and the collaboration of Team Super Street with Gearheinz, Rywire and The Car Shop, among others.

The article discusses the features of Patrick Soliman's '73 Nissan Skyline 2000 GT-X. It offers information on the car's engine, drivetrain, and footwork and chassis. Credits are also given to Paul Bischoff of Boss Garage for tuning and wiring, West Jones Auto Claims Solutions for the custom paint and bodywork, and Araya Wheels for its re-barreled wheels.

The article discusses the features of the 2002 Subaru WRX owned by Daniel Fong, a pharmacy technician from Hayward, California. Information about the car's JDM EJ207 STI Limited engine, drive train, and Ecu Tek engine management system are also offered. It also details the car's footwork and chassis, brakes, and wheels and tires.

The article discusses the features of the 1998 BMW M3 and 2013 BMW M3 owned by Justin Gomba, a pharmacist from Los Angeles, California. Information about the cars' engines, footwork and chassis, brakes, wheels and tires, exterior, and interior are offered. It also credits Gearheinz, ModBargains, and Impressive Wrap, among others.

The article discusses the features of the 1998 Mazda RX-7 owned by Kazuyuki Takahashi, owner of Technical Auto Ones (T-Ones). Information about the car's 560-horsepower engine, drivetrain, and engine management are presented. It also details the car's footwork and chassis, brakes, and wheels and tires.

The article discusses how the LS engine technology of Chevrolet will work well as a replacement for the RHS Dirt Late Model LS7 build. Engine builder Bob Cronin led the build project. A new set of shaft mount roller rockers for the LS7 heads was provided by Jesel, Inc. It is noted that properly mocking up the engine prior to the build can prevent fitment issues and other pitfalls.

The article reflects on history of manufacturing several car models ranging from show car to sports car by General Motors Co. (GM). Topics discussed include the Buick Y-Job, a first concept car, developed by GM, the EX-122, the prototype of sport car, developed by Harley Earl, former head of styling department at GM, which was built for the New York Motorama show, and the base passenger-car V-8 produced using 265ci overhead-valve V8 was manufactured in 1955.

The article presents questions and answers concerning various problems of sports car engines.

The article focuses on the efforts of Joe Sherman to build his 800-horsepower 374ci Ford Windsor Engine.

The article evaluates the Nissan Urge sports car from Nissan Motor Co. Ltd. The author also provides information on the automobile's structural design and dimensions, suspension development, powertrain operation, fuel economy, price range, engine performance and engine type. INSET: Yes, but what do people think?.

Presents results of a comparative road evaluation for the V-8 engines of sports car brands. Brands include the Audi A6, BMW 540i and Jaguar S-Type; Worst and best points of the evaluated automobiles.

The article discusses the history of automobile engines, focusing on the Muscle Car War era of U.S. sports cars in the 1960s and 1970s in relation to a competition for higher horsepower in car engines as of 2014. Topics include the inclusion of sensors and automation in the 2014 Mercedes-Benz S550 sedan, the cultural significance of the 1967 Ford Shelby GT500 sports car, and the size of the 2014 BMW M6 coupe's engine, which is compact compared to those of historic muscle-cars.

The article discusses the development of the LT4 engine for the 2015 Corvette Z06 sports automobile by engineers of the Chevrolet Division of General Motors Company. Assistant chief engineer John Rydzewski describes the features driving power and efficiency including direct fuel injection, Active Fuel Management and continuously variable valve timing. Its Eaton R1740 supercharger/intercooler assembly is compared to the heavier unit used for LT1.

Evaluates the Corvette C6 automobile. Design and performance; How the horsepower compares to the Ferrari 360 and other luxury sport cars; Price of the coupe.

Presents a product review of the Audi TT DSG6 sports car. Details of the engine power and design; Description of a road test through southern California.

This section offers news briefs from the drifting world as of February 2015. Just Drift staged the annual All Star Bash 2014 at Willow Springs Raceway as a follow-up event to the epic Formula Drifting season finale. Honda has unveiled its new Honda Civic Type R which comes with a turbocharged 2.0L iVTEC engine. Golden Eagle Manufacturing has released a Honda Adjustable Cam Gear SOHC.

The article focuses on the challenge of the Ferrari racing team in responding to the challenge of hybrid-powered automobile to get back to its leading position in the racing world. Discussion of the team's vocal advocacy of building engine as part of its crucial decision in Formula 1 by introducing a 1.6-litre turbchanged V6 power is provided. However, the team has missed the opportunity to excel in competitions due to its engine struggle.

The article discusses car buying experiences of the periodical's reader Jeremy Parker. Topics discussed include purchasing a Porsche 911 GT3 automobile by Parker, rebuilding the engine of sports car Westfield Seven 1.7 X-Flow for making it competitive and to drive it on hills; and converting Renault 5 GT Turbo for increasing its speed.

The article shares the author's perspectives on the benefits of oleopneumatic suspension towards the performance of Citroën automobile.

The article evaluates the SRT Viper 8.5-liter V10 engine performance sports car from Chrysler.

The article previews the third-generation sportscar with twin-turbo engines that might be called Gransport from Maserati.

The article reports on the release of the Bentley Bentayga luxury sport utility vehicle with an all-new 6.0L W-12 engine.

The article focuses on the development of Lexus LFA supercar by chief engineer Haruhiko Tanahashi and his team through the Lexus LFA sports-car program in 2000. The team started to work on the LFA's 4.8-liter aluminum V-10 engine with exterior dimensions similar to a typical V-8 engine of Toyota weighing about as a V-6 engine. Moreover, Lexus' parent company Toyota Motor Corp. has worked with Yamaha Motor Corp. to achieve quick and smooth engine response for the V-10 engine.

The article focuses on the all-wheel-drive Mitsubishi Evo IX owned by Evasive Motorsports. It states that the Evasive Evo has participated at the 2008 Long Beach Grand Prix to run in a two-day exhibition event. During the event, the Evasive Evo has endured an engine failure, the splitter tore off the vehicle, sheering the oil filter and damaging the oil sandwich plate. However, despite engine failure the Evo continued to boost until oil poured out from its innards.

The article describes the horsepower produced by Gus Nichols of Australia for his 572ci Holden ute sports car. Its engine was already built and destined for a Rodeo drag car that Nichols has in the build. An icebox and five Bosch 044 fuel pumps were fitted in the back of the ute. The fuel is fed to a 1320 Aeromotive regulator with a smaller four-port regulator T-pieced off the side with four lines feeding the carburettor venturies. With the ute capable for making power to well past 7000rpm, Nichols knows he came very close to breaking the 2000hp barrier.

The article focuses on the efforts of U.S. engine manufacturers to make subtle improvements that contribute to the ability of mainstream engines to serve in luxury vehicles and sports cars. Toyota has reduced manufacturing tolerances and reciprocating mass. Some differences made to new engines include specific execution the block's ribs and gussets, casting and installation of teh cylinder sleeves.

The article offers news briefs related to motorsports as of September 14, 2015 on the topics including rescheduling of the Sydney 500 races , public debut of car racing company V8 Supercars' V6 turbo test engine at Sydney 500 races, and snaps of racing car driver Jamie Whincup having seat time.

The article discusses whether the reported Zora mid-engine sports car being developed by General Motors (GM) should be a Chevrolet Corvette or a Cadillac. Reasons offered by the author on why it should be a Cadillac include Cien concept introduced by Cadillac at 2002 Detroit auto show, long-nose, front-engine, rear-wheel-drive layout of Corvette to be iconic, and seventh-generation Corvette Stingray being only two years old.