Troup High School Auto Students Prepare For SkillsUSA Contest
Automotive students at Troup High School in LaGrange, GA, are training for the SkillsUSA competition in November.
Sporty New Design Will Make You Civic Minded
Honda Debuts Sportiest Civic Design with 10th-Generation Civic Concept Honda unveiled its ultra-sporty Civic Concept at the New York International Auto Show in April. The Civic Concept provided a tantalizing glimpse forward to the design direction for the all-new 10th-generation Civic lineup launching in the U.S. this fall. With a sharper focus on spirited performance
Turning ‘Miss Daisy’ Into A Badass Beetle
When the guys from Mighty Car Mods decided to build a “sleeper” VW Beetle we knew the result was going to be something special indeed. Affectionally known as “Miss Daisy,” this 1974 Beetle’s appearance is as purposeful as it is deceptive.
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation To Partner With Snocross Star Tucker Hibbert
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation has announced an agreement to partner with snocross racing star Tucker Hibbert for the 2015-2016 season. Hibbert is a 13-time X Games medalist, nine-time U.S national champion and two-time world champion in the sport. Bosch becomes the official power tools sponsor of Hibbert’s Monster Energy/Arctic Cat/Ram Truck team.
Mercedes-Benz Donates Two SUVs To Shelton State Community College
The automotive training program at Shelton State Community College in Tuscaloosa, AL, recently received two Mercedes-Benz SUVs that were donated by the Tuscaloosa County operations of Mercedes-Benz. According to the article on AL.com, students who are part of the program and work with these vehicles are learning about the complex systems and processes in modern manufacturing.
Chrysler’s Pentastar V6 Gets Major Revisions
New components include cylinder heads with an 11.3:1 compression ratio (up from 10.2:1), new fuel injectors featuring eight holes each (twice the number in the previous iteration’s injectors), platinum-tipped spark plugs, new valve springs, low-tension piston rings, lightened crankshaft and crank pins, extensive friction reduction, and cooling of exhaust-gas recirculation.
Corrosion Protection: How Long Will Your Repair Last?
Today’s metals are stronger than ever, but thinner, too. How long do you think it will take for corrosion to compromise metal strength once it takes hold – especially with the increasing use of liquid deicer to combat snow storms?
Ringbrothers To Debut Carbon Fiber Mustang Fastback At SEMA
Custom car builder Ringbrothers to debut its completed all carbon fiber Mustang at the BASF booth in the SEMA Central Hall on November 4th, 2015.
Racing Rules! Racing Engine Rule Issues For 2015
If you’re looking to become a performance engine builder with customers driving in various racing associations, keeping up with rules changes from the numerous organizations can be a challenge.
Four Major Program Groups Donate $100,000 To U Of A Foundation
Aftermarket Auto Parts Alliance, Automotive Distribution Network, Federated Auto Parts and National Pronto Association each contributed $25,000 to honor the industry icon and former vice chairman of the University of the Aftermarket Foundation who passed away March 25 at the age of 84.
Auto Shop Students’ Passion For Learning Inspires A $55K Grant
The automotive program at Meadowdale High in Lynnwood, WA, recently received a $55,000 grant from Foundry10. The money was used to purchase six Model T Deluxe Roadster kit cars.
Red Kap Releases Its Newest Craftsmen Series Featuring Heath Pinter
Red Kap has released three videos featuring acclaimed BMX rider, X Games champion and classic car builder Heath Pinter. The video series traces Pinter’s passion-fueled journey as he designs and builds a 1928 Ford Roadster. The custom car has been built specifically to compete in The Race of Gentlemen, a one-of-a-kind event that was held on the beaches of the Jersey Shore on Oct. 3-4.
