How are Kansei wheels made?

The advanced formlite process applies radial pressure to the wheel’s barrel section under intense heat…

Genesis Electrified GV70

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/s3-magazine/id1634928399 The Genesis Electrified GV70 made a real impression on me. And for those of you that know S3 Magazine & our EV rants… trust me, I was as surprised as you are. I don’t want to muddy the water & go off on...

Sub 1:40 – The Benchmark of Time Attack

A few years ago, in a Facebook Group called Track Midwest, a post was written that echoed loudly around the community. "If you don't run sub 1:40, you shouldn't post." It was somewhat harsh, but it had some validity. It was supposed to be directed at the newer guys...

Judging the Hot Wheels Legends Tour in Atlanta

I was honored to be one of the judges for the Hot Wheels Legends Tour in Atlanta, GA. ATL was the third stop of nine Hot Wheels Legends shows across the US. As a judge... We're instructed to choose based on authenticity, character, garage spirit, uniqueness, 'the...

Bit By Bit, Improving The 987

Intro A cardinal mistake you often see in the upper levels of Time Attack is doing too little in a short time. Instead of following the rule of three, don't change more than three things at once. Then you test. Often, people throw parts at a car, hoping it will go...

Tesla is opening-up their chargers to Ford EVs

In a brand new Tesla-Ford agreement... Tesla is opening-up their chargers to Ford EVs. I guess that’s a big deal, because it shows that two manufactures are officially working together to make charging less of a con & more convenient And it shows that Tesla is not...

Another GR86 pops engine on track – warranty claim denied

So this guy takes his Toyota GR86 to a track day at Palmer Motorsports Park in Massachusetts & pops the engine. Toyota denies the warranty claim. It's about minute-6 of the video below, when his good day turns bad. https://youtu.be/zXwM-gxRu0Y Now for anyone who...

EV battery replacements – when to expect it

This article from Autoblog shows some interesting data on the rates of full battery replacements on EVs. Overall, not many EVs have needed battery replacements. The percentages are low, which is good. But you also have to consider, EVs have not been around that long...

LS-swapped, turbocharged Lexus SC300

I feel like this article has one key point that can apply to a lot of people, so I’m gonna try and get there quickly. Dan Perlenfein got into drifting around 2014. Relatively speaking, that hasn’t been that long really. And to get his feet wet, Dan traded some old...

The 2024 Toyota Tacoma revealed

The 2024 Toyota Tacoma has been revealed. Here are the key points, followed by more detailed information straight from Toyota. Standard i-FORCE turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine produces up to 278 horsepower, 317 lb.-ft. of torque. Available i-FORCE MAX...
Mazda CX-3 Review: y tho

Mazda CX-3 Review: y tho

I know this compact-crossover segment has really heated up… but can somebody please explain it to me?  All of ...
Built AND Bought

Built AND Bought

Broader Perspective As I was talking with Matt Grimes & the crew from CCOR, we stumbled into a conversation ...
JL Wrangler offroad

JL Wrangler offroad

As a Jeep owner & advocate, I really soaked-up the opportunity to drive the new, top-of-the-line JL Rubicon. ...

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2016 Toyota Tacoma Review

2016 Toyota Tacoma Review

Here's the thing with the 2016 Toyota Tacoma 4x4s. They're part of a long lineage of Toyota 4x4s that have always been, and will always be a go-to, trusty pair of work boots. It’s the pair of boots you wear when you're not sure what the day holds, what the weather...

2016 Ford Explorer Review

2016 Ford Explorer Review

The 2016 Ford Explorer Platinum.  It’s the poor man’s Range Rover.  Let me explain.  It looks like a Range Rover, it has comparable room, digital dash, massaging seats, and a terrain select controller.  But the Explorer can park itself and has a twin turbo V6…for all...

2016 Nissan Murano Review

2016 Nissan Murano Review

  The Allusion of Performance.  This is what the average consumer wants.  They want an exciting ‘looking’ vehicle without all the sacrifices an actual performance vehicle gives you.  Like noise, comfort, practicality, efficiency, cost and wear/tire items.  That's...

2016 Scion FRS AUTOMATIC??!!! review

2016 Scion FRS AUTOMATIC??!!! review

When I first got in this 2016 FRS, and saw that it was an automatic, I was like... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yg2u_De8j5o But but but.... the FRS/86 auto does have a few tricks up it's sleeve. I literally never, not once even for a minute, drove the car in full...

2016 Kia Sorento Review

2016 Kia Sorento Review

Bottom line is: The 2016 Kia Sorento offers stylish design in a usable package - with that awesome 100,000 mile stress-free Kia warranty.  It's competitors may offer more room but it comes at the sacrifice of style and personality.  If you want something with panache...

2016 Audi A3 Cabriolet review

2016 Audi A3 Cabriolet review

If you’ve driven a newer Audi or Volkswagen, then the Audi A3 Quattro Cabriolet is exactly what you think it would be - with a top that comes down. It’s a play-toy for a sophisticated, cultured buyer. IE: someone who doesn’t put large drinks in the cupholders. The...

2016 Lexus ES350

2016 Lexus ES350

by:  Yousef Alvi & Jonathan Wooley Editor's note: Let's be honest for a second.  If you're an enthusiast, you're probably not going to even consider this car.  BUT your mom, uncle, aunt, grandparents, & sister's-cousin's-former-roommate will love it.   This is...

2016 Honda Civic Review

2016 Honda Civic Review

This is the 2016 Honda Civic, and we are going to get this out of the way first:  We hate the CVT transmission. It might be a decent tranny for a commuter. And it might technically keep the car right in the boost sweet-spot. But it sounds dumb & we don't like it....

2016 Scion iA Review

2016 Scion iA Review

Speaking as a ‘car guy’ snob - the new Scion iA sucks. It’s slow, and it’s about as sexy as a tadpole. BUT - speaking as a big-brother to all you millennial guys & girls out there… I understand why Scion made it, and why you might want/need it. You’re trying to...

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