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The Moment Carbon Camaro – Nick Ashby’s next National tribute ( 12.01.2009 )

If nothing else, the 2009 SEMA show could easily be called the Camaro show. GM’s new 2010 Camaro was the hot item and every exhibitor tried its hand at putting a different spin on the neo-classic. While most concentrated on wide bodies, massive wheels or airbag lowering, over-night tuning sensation, Nic Ashby took a different route with this street concept Camaro. more »

K&N Filters Time Attack Infiniti G35 ( 11.18.2009 )

More than a day job

Few realize the type of people that make up a company like K&N Filters. They are much more than just air filter gurus. The company’s new all out G35 time attack car is proof that the staff at K&N are all passionate car guys that go above and beyond for performance.

In a previous life, this same Infiniti started off as a SEMA caliber show car with all the bolt-ons and flashy paint. more »

When M-power just isn’t enough ( 11.13.2009 )

German car builders often don’t understand the tuning industry’s mentality. What’s the point of tuning a car that they’ve already made perfect? In the case of the new E92 BMW M3, its arguably as perfect as it gets; if you’re a vehicle manufacturer. But few that own an M3 can leave it alone.

Calvin Eng, owner of Auto-Tech Interiors Inc. is one of the few and firsts. Instead of going overboard like many, and un-engineering all the M-powered goodness that BMW’s guru’s put into the car, he simply took his M3 to the next level without the budget constraints imposed by lawyers and bean counters. more »

2009 Dodge Challenger SRT8 Convertible – HXC Performance ( 11.12.2009 )

Adam Geake founded HXC Performance LLC in the Summer of 2005, since that time he’s been working to develop aftermarket parts for the Dodge Challenger. Participating with top tier partners and high profile events Adam wanted to align himself with a top quality suspension company. It was only a natural fit for him to come to the conclusion to work with KW suspensions. After all, KW suspensions produces MOPAR’s coilover for the LX platforms vehicles. Adam’s project for SEMA 2009 definitely sets himself apart from the crowd.

Rhys Millen’s Hyundai Genesis RM 460 ( 11.11.2009 )

Forget the Mitsubishi Lancer Evo FQ400 or the Subaru Impreza WRX STI Spec-C RA-R. If you’re looking for the ultimate manifestation of a production street car, few can top this Hyundai Genesis Coupe built by Rhys Millen Motorsports RMR). While the title RM 460 isn’t quite as long or overwhelming as the others, it far exceeds the competition when it comes to the mechanics. more »

IS Fangs ( 11.09.2009 )

For most, the Lexus moniker doesn’t necessarily invoke images of smokie burnouts or all out performance. What most don’t realize however, is that Lexus can have fangs. Ranging from its new F line vehicles like the IS-F and the uber exotic LF-A, to its long motorsports heritage from its parent company Toyota, Lexus actually knows a lot about going fast.

Motormavens: Tyler McQuarrie’s E90 BMW M3 ( 10.27.2009 )

IMG_0013_Tyler_McQuarrie_E90_BMW_M3_copy Tyler McQuarrie is currently a driver instructor at the Jim Russell Racing School at Infineon Raceway, driver for Team Falken (convertible 350z, 2^nd at Irwindale Final event) and Time Attack driver for BC Racing S2000. Read an interesting article about his his E90 M3 equipped with KW coilovers Variant 3 on http://motormavens.com/2009/10/carspotting-tyler-mcquarries-e90-m3/

KW coilover suspension for the Chevrolet Camaro ( 10.26.2009 )

Suspension specialist KW applies Variant 3 including approval by the Technical Control Board
Perfect road holding for the Muscle Car
Individual lowering and set-up adjustment possible

With the Chevrolet Camaro, a legend from the 60s and 70s comes back to life. A long bonnet, an aggressive front section, a voluminous engine with 3.6 and 6.2 litres cubic capacity and the rear wheel drive characterise the US-American sports car. more »

KW Suspensions Test Day ( 10.15.2009 )

KW suspensions rents Irwindale to support drift teams before Formula D’s final event.

On Wednesday Oct. 7^th, 2009, KW suspensions hosted a suspension test session at Irwindale Raceway.

KW supported drivers had the opportunity to come and work first hand with KW’s lead engineer, Klaus Frank. Klaus had specifically made the trip across the pond from Germany to help dial in each driver’s drift car and provide his extensive expertise in suspension tuning to the teams.

After a short group meeting outlining the day’s itinerary and a valuable Question and Answer period with Klaus. Teams where quickly out on course relaying information of what they desired in their setup. more »