15 <img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/STS_Trailblazer_1.jpg" alt="STS_Trailblazer_1.jpg" id="image173" />Squires Turbo Systems has announced the release of their remote mounted turbo kit for the Chevy Trailblazer SS. The STS patented remote mount turbo kit ups the power of the Trailblazer SS from 340 rwhp to 430 rwhp. <!--more--><img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/STS_Trailblazer_2.jpg" alt="STS_Trailblazer_2.jpg" id="image174" />Founded by Rick Squires in 2003 and located in Orem, Utah, STS is revolutionizing the aftermarket performance industry with patented remote mounted turbo systems for cars, trucks and SUVs.<a href="http://ststurbo.com/sts_technology" target="_blank">Remote mounted turbo systems </a>are superior to traditional turbo systems and superchargers because they are efficient, less intrusive, easy to install, reliable and generate amazing horsepower and torque.The <a href="http://ststurbo.com/chevy_trailblazer_ss" target="_blank">STS Trailblazer SS kit </a> is a single turbo system that includes everything you need to install the kit including: • Turbo<br>• Air Filter <br>• Drycharger<br>• Wastegate<br>• STS Complete Wiring Harness<br>• STS Hose Kit<br>• STS Brass Kit<br>• STS Flange Kit<br>• STS Clamp Kit<br>• STS Silicone Kit<br>• STS Pipe Kit<br>• STS PCV System<br>• STS Patented Oil System<br>• Teflon Tape<br>• 15 AMP Fuse<br>• STS Recommended Spark Plugs<br>• STS Recommended Oil Adaptor Bolts<br>• STS Instruction Manual <img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/STS_Trailblazer_3.jpg" alt="STS_Trailblazer_3.jpg" id="image175" />The STS Trailblazer SS turbo kit should retail for less than $5,000. 0 2007-06-29T09:58:19-04:00 167 chevy, trailblazer, trailblazer ss, turbo, trailblazer turbo, turbocharged trailblazer chevy-trailblazer-ss-gets-turbocharged 2007-06-29 active /uploads/blog_images/0000/0026/STS_Trailblazer_thumbnail.jpg 2008-12-15T21:40:22-05:00 4 4215 19 <img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/SLR_Roadster_1.jpg" alt="SLR_Roadster_1.jpg" id="image168" />Mercedes is attempting to revive interest in its top-of-the-line SLR by chopping the top off of the 200+ mph supercar. The Mercedes/McLaren Roadster will have a carbon fiber top available in three different colors with improved chassis stiffening and no loss in performance. Taking aim at <a href="http://www.lamborghini.com/2006/lamboSitenormal.asp?lang=eng" target="_blank">Lamborghini's</a> Murcielago LP640 Roadster, Mercedes claims 0-62 mph will come in at 3.8 seconds. <!--more--><img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/SLR_Roadster_2.jpg" alt="SLR_Roadster_2.jpg" id="image169" />The roof opens and closes semi-automatically in less than ten seconds, thereby combining the desire for convenience with the puristic character of the roadster. To open, the roof merely needs to be unlocked from the windscreen frame and be briefly raised, after which it folds away electrically. Since an aluminum cover is integrated into its front section, the roof elegantly closes off the top when re-tracted.<img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/SLR_Roadster_3.jpg" alt="SLR_Roadster_3.jpg" id="image170" />Expect about a 10% increase in price over the <a href="http://www.mbusa.com/models/main.do?modelCode=SLR" target="_blank">coupe </a> making the Roadster roughly $500,000.<img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/SLR_Roadster_4.jpg" alt="SLR_Roadster_4.jpg" id="image171" />Rumors have also begun to spread about Mercedes buying out the remaining 60% of McLaren that it doesn't already own. While no official word has been released, McLaren CEO Ron Dennis has stated that if an opportunity presents itself and will benefit McLaren, then he will embrace it. If a merger doesn't happen, there could be a chance that Mercedes and McLaren could ultimately end their relationship and pave the way for McLaren to release its own street legal supercar. 0 2007-06-22T07:44:41-04:00 163 mercedes, mercedes-benz, Mclaren, McLaren SLR, SLR, SLR Roadster, Mercedes McLaren mercedes-mclaren-slr-roadster 2007-06-22 active /uploads/blog_images/0000/0027/SLR_Roadster_Thumbnail.jpg 2008-07-29T02:27:32-04:00 4 629 14 <img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/GT500_SuperSnake_Price.jpg" alt="GT500_SuperSnake_Price.jpg" id="image165" />Executives with Shelby Automobiles have announced that the company will transform consumer owned 2007 and 2008 Ford Shelby GT500's into fire breathing "Super Snake" coupes for $27,995.00. Beginning in late summer of 2007, a limited number of GT500 owners can have this post-title package applied to their car at the Shelby Automobiles facility in Las Vegas. <!--more-->Though the complete Super Snake package will be available exclusively through Shelby Automobiles, many of the products comprising the package will also be available from <a href="http://www.shelbyautos.com/news.asp?id=15" target="_blank">Shelby Automobiles </a> and <a href="http://www.fordracingparts.com/" target="_blank">Ford Racing </a> beginning in late June 2007. Anyone interested in transforming his or her Shelby GT500 into one of these rare supercars should contact John Walker at the Las Vegas factory at (702) 942-7325.Full Super Snake specs are available <a href="http://motoratordev.motorator.com/blog/ford-performance-parts/shelby-and-ford-to-build-600hp-gt500-%C3%A2%E2%82%AC%C5%93super-snakes%C3%A2%E2%82%AC%C2%9D/" target="_blank">here.</a> 0 2007-06-14T07:42:01-04:00 158 shelby super snake, ford shelby, shelby gt500, super snake update-shelby-gt500-super-snake-pricing-announced 2007-06-14 active /uploads/blog_images/0000/0065/Shelby_SS_thumbnail.jpg 2008-05-16T03:29:18-04:00 4 1520 19 <img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/TechArt_Suspension_1.jpg" alt="TechArt_Suspension_1.jpg" id="image162" />TECHART is the first to develop a 997 Turbo suspension that works seamlessly with the Porsche Active Suspension Management (PASM). TECHART <a href="http://www.techart.de/news_vario_varioplus_e.htm" target="_blank">suspensions </a> offer countless set up options, depending on the requirements of the driver and driving purposes. The TECHART coil-over suspension Vario is available for models with conventional OE-suspension and enables a 9-step damper adjustment. For models with PASM (Porsche Active Suspension Management), the dynamic coil-over suspension TECHART VarioPlus offers continuous adjustment and sportive performance in two setup modes. <!--more--><img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/TechArt_Suspension_2.jpg" alt="TechArt_Suspension_2.jpg" id="image163" />Sport Chassis Vario improves handling and response Adjustable ride heigh 4 sport spring kits (Main and helper springs) 4 adjustable shock absorbers Adjustment of compression and rebound Lowers ride height up to 30 mm<img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/TechArt_Suspension_3.jpg" alt="TechArt_Suspension_3.jpg" id="image164" />Sport Chassis VarioPlus (PASM) improves handling and response 4 sport springs (main springs) 4 Sport springs (helper springs) 4x adjustable shock absorbers with automatic setup adjustment Lowers ride height up to 25 mm Mounting kit Mounting instructions 0 2007-06-13T08:37:28-04:00 156 porsche, porsche performance parts, porsche suspension, techart techart-coil-over-suspensions-for-porsche 2007-06-13 active /uploads/blog_images/0000/0074/TechArt_Suspension.jpg 2008-05-16T04:15:20-04:00 4 675 17 <img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/2008_viper_concept_1.jpg" alt="2008_viper_concept_1.jpg" id="image158" />Despite a shift in ownership, Dodge is in for the long haul in the horsepower war with Chevy. The new 2008 Viper SRT 10 steps up with 600 hp. This is a significant increase over the current Corvette Z06's 505 hp. Expect Chevy to up the ante with its Blue Devil Z06 Corvette, rumored to have anywhere from 600 hp to just over 700 hp, but Dodge will be first to market. Loyal MOPAR enthusiasts can expect the aftermarket to quickly introduce performance upgrades for the 2008 Viper such as performance exhaust systems, cold aid intakes, coil-over suspensions and possibly supercharger or turbo kits. <!--more-->At the 2007 New York Auto Show, Dodge introduced the Viper SRT 10 Concept Coupe featuring parts from MOPAR Performance and a number of aftermarket manufacturers. Some of the featured upgrades include: • Tubular exhaust header package<br>• High-flowing cat-back exhaust system<br>• Low-restriction, functional cold-air intake system<br>• Fully adjustable coil-over suspension kit<br>• Lightweight wheels<br>• Titanium valves and connecting rods<br>• Cast-Litex pistons and lightened crankshaft<br>• High-flow intake manifold<br>• Carbon fiber coil covers and crinkle black valve covers<br>• Adapted Dodge Viper Competition Coupe rear wing and front splitter<br>• Michelin racing slicks, 18-inch in front and 19-inch in the rear<br>• Six-point racing restraints <img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/2008_viper_concept_2.jpg" alt="2008_viper_concept_2.jpg" id="image159" />The Viper Concept Coupe came in at 675 hp @ 6000 rpm and 650 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm.<img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/2008_viper_concept_3.jpg" alt="2008_viper_concept_3.jpg" id="image160" />The 2008 Viper is coming in as a mid-year entry and should hit showrooms by summer 2007. Look for performance parts to be introduced at the SEMA show this November. 0 2007-06-09T12:17:50-04:00 152 dodge, viper, dodge viper, srt10, srt-10, dodge viper srt-10, viper performance parts 2008-dodge-viper-srt-10-performance-parts 2007-06-09 active /uploads/blog_images/0000/0035/2008_viper_concept_thumbnail.jpg 2008-07-29T02:29:15-04:00 4 29041 16 <img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/Edelbrock_363hp_motor_1.jpg" alt="Edelbrock_363hp_motor_1.jpg" id="image155" />Edelbrock, a trusted performance leader for nearly 70 years, has added another small block to its line of Performer Crate Engines. Edelbrock engineers have used their dyno-proven Total Power Package recipe to assemble the all-new Performer roller-cammed crate engine. Their newest offering is a 350ci small-block Chevy boasting a stout 363 horsepower and 405 ft/lbs of torque, perfect for any daily driver, performance-oriented truck, or anyone who wants an impressive torque curve and reliable performance. Like all Edelbrock crate engines, it's available with an array of options that are sure to suit nearly any desire. <!--more-->Beginning with a new lower-cost Goodwrench 350ci 4-bolt GM short-block, Edelbrock adds top quality components such as their own intake and E-Tec 170 cylinder heads, ARP bolts, Edelbrock Red Roller Rockers and a high quality MSD Pro Billet Distributor with Blaster 2 Coil. The heart of the engine is Edelbrock's new Rollin' Thunder hydraulic roller cam and lifters.Several packages offer your choice of single or dual-quad carburetor and options such as polished accessories or Edelbrock's great looking EnduraShine finish.<img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/Edelbrock_363hp_motor_2.jpg" alt="Edelbrock_363hp_motor_2.jpg" id="image156" /><b>Features and Benefits of the Edelbrock Performer Crate Engine</b><br>9.0:1 compression, 363 HP / 405 ft/lbs.<br>Edelbrock Performer EPS Vortec or RPM Air-Gap Dual-Quad Vortec intake manifold<br>Edelbrock E-Tec 170 heads with guide plates and swirl-polished stainless steel valves<br>Elite Series valve covers with custom badge<br>Order with or without an Edelbrock water pump (your choice of two styles)<br>Dyno-matched Edelbrock Rollin' Thunder hydraulic roller lifters and Performer hydraulic roller camshaft<br>Heavy-duty 8-inch harmonic balancer<br>Includes their top-of-the-line Thunder Series AVS 650 cfm Carburetor with adjustable secondaries The <a href="http://www.edelbrock.com/automotive_new/mc/crate_engines/performer_363.shtml" target="_blank">363 hp engine </a> is available as-cast, polished or with an Endurashine coating and includes a 2 year/unlimited mileage warranty. Edelbrock has several engines in their <a href="http://www.edelbrock.com/automotive_new/mc/crate_engines/crate_engines_main.shtml" target="_blank">crate engine lineup</a> ranging from 310 hp to 507 hp, including some with EFI. 1 2007-06-06T21:09:24-04:00 148 chevy engine, chevy 350 engine, chevy 350, Edelbrock, Crate Engine, Edelbrock crate engine, edelbrock 350, edelbrock performer engine edelbrock-adds-363-hp-chevy-350-crate-motor-to-its-lineup 2007-06-06 active /uploads/blog_images/0000/0076/Edelbrock_363hp_motor.jpg 2009-03-17T00:42:27-04:00 4 1522 19 <img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/Prodrive_Vantage_1.jpg" alt="Prodrive_Vantage_1.jpg" id="image150" />Prodrive, one of the world's leading motorsport and automotive engineering companies, is no stranger to improving the performance of Aston Martin automobiles. In fact, Prodrive manages the official <a href="http://www.astonmartinracing.com/" target="_blank">Aston Martin Racing </a>team in the world sports car series and Prodrive's founder, David Richards, led the investment team that recently <a href="http://motoratordev.motorator.com/blog/general-automotive/ford-sells-aston-martin-for-925-million/" target="_blank">purchased Aston Martin</a> from Ford. Prodrive is now bringing its motorsports experience to consumers by offering a suite of performance parts for the <a href="http://www.astonmartin.com/eng/thecars/v8vantage" target="_blank">Aston Martin V8 Vantage</a>. <!--more--><img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/Prodrive_Vantage_2.jpg" alt="Prodrive_Vantage_2.jpg" id="image151" />I recently spoke with Horacio Antonielli, General Manager of <a href="http://www.prodriveamerica.com/" target="_blank">Prodrive America</a>, about engine, suspension and design upgrades that will significantly improve the performance of the Aston Martin Vantage. The Prodrive Vantage will offer improved acceleration, an aggressive exhaust note and driver adjustable suspension for greater handling dynamics. The complete package includes: ENGINE - 4.3 liter Aston Martin engine fitted with Prodrive Performance Pack<br>Remapped ECU with calibration optimized for improved throttle response<br>Prodrive high performance exhaust catalysts<br>Driver selectable exhaust modes: auto, quiet and sport<br>Power: 425 bhp (stock is 380 bhp), Torque: 325 lb-ft (stock is 302 lb-ft) SUSPENSION - Bilstein driver-adjustable electronic dampers and Eibach sports springs for increased body control and optimum chassis balance. Damper modes: Road - for improved ride quality with enhanced dynamics / Performance - for high speed dynamics and control on the road and track. WHEELS - Prodrive 19" forged aluminum wheels. Front: 8.5" x 19" / Rear: 10.0" x 19" TIRES - Front: P Zero Corsa Direzionale 245/40 ZR19<br>Rear: P Zero Corsa Asimmetrico 285/35 ZR19 AERODYNAMICS - Carbon fiber composite front lip spoiler and tailgate spoiler reduce high-speed lift by 45%. PERFORMANCE - Max speed: 182 mph (stock is 175 mph)<br>Acceleration: 0-62 mph in 4.7 sec (stock is 5.0 sec)<img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/Prodrive_Vantage_3.jpg" alt="Prodrive_Vantage_3.jpg" id="image152" />Pricing and availability in the U.S. have not been announced as of this posting.Prodrive has also announced a line of official apparel and merchandise from the Aston Martin Racing team. These items should be available in the U.S. mid June.<img src="/images/blog_archives/2007/06/Prodrive_Aston_Apparel.jpg" alt="Prodrive_Aston_Apparel.jpg" id="image153" /> 0 2007-06-02T22:03:40-04:00 145 Aston Martin, Prodrive, Aston Martin performance parts, prodrive aston martin, vantage, vantage v8, aston martin vantage aston-martin-v8-vantage-performance-parts-from-prodrive 2007-06-02 active /uploads/blog_images/0000/0078/Prodrive_Vantage.jpg 2008-07-29T02:32:06-04:00 4 2744