Author: THE SHOP Staff

Bestop Designs Custom Wrangler for Country Singer

Louisville, Colorado-based Bestop, manufacturer of Jeep soft tops and accessories, has designed a brand-new custom Jeep for Platinum-selling country singer Michael Ray. Having recently climbed to the top of the country radio charts for a third time with his latest single “One That Got Away,” Michael Ray is one of country music’s hottest stars. Known… Continue reading Bestop Designs Custom Wrangler for Country Singer

P-51-Inspired Mustang GT Sells at Auction

A Ford Mustang GT inspired by the P-51 Mustang fighter plane recently sold at auction for $400,000. The Mustang, which pays tribute to U.S. Army Air Force Colonel Bud “Old Crow” Anderson, was created for the 2019 Experimental Aircraft Association’s AirVenture show in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. The car features a Roush Performance TVS R2650 supercharger and… Continue reading P-51-Inspired Mustang GT Sells at Auction

Mazda, Pirelli Set Record for Most Hairpin Turns in 12 Hours

With a team of four drivers behind the wheel, Mazda and Pirelli have set a world record for the highest number of hairpin turns in 12 hours of driving. The companies set the record with a first-generation Mazda MX-5, outifitted in Pirelli tires, on its 30th anniversary. The four drivers, Cyndie Allemann, Stefan Novitzki, Jan… Continue reading Mazda, Pirelli Set Record for Most Hairpin Turns in 12 Hours

Foreign Affairs Motorsport Partners with RaceChip

Foreign Affairs Motorsport is now an authorized dealer and installation specialist for RaceChip products. RaceChip is a German ECU tuner specializing in engine management software upgrades and currently offer three ECU upgrade options: the S, RS and GTS. The S option has five fine tuning mappings that are capable of increasing both hp and torque… Continue reading Foreign Affairs Motorsport Partners with RaceChip

Road Scholars Takes Home First at Pebble Beach Despite Explosion

Road Scholars, a vintage Porsche restoration shop, took home a First in Class win with a rare (1 of 20) 1961 Porsche Carrera Abarth GTL, owned by the renowned Ingram Collection, at the 2019 Pebble Beach Concours d’ Elegance. In ordinary circumstances, this would be a great accomplishment on its own, but this one has… Continue reading Road Scholars Takes Home First at Pebble Beach Despite Explosion

Pirelli Debuts 18-Inch Tires for Formula 1 and Formula 2

Pirelli debuted their new 18-inch racing tires over the weekend in Monza, Italy, which will be implemented in Formula 2 next year, followed by Formula 1, which currently uses 13-inch tires, in 2021. Former F1 driver Jean Alesi demonstrated the new tires with a lap around the track in a Formula 2 car. They will… Continue reading Pirelli Debuts 18-Inch Tires for Formula 1 and Formula 2

Jason Wenig Selected as America’s Car Museum’s 2019 Master Craftsman

America’s Automotive Trust (AAT) has announced that Jason Wenig will be recognized as a master craftsman for his contributions to preserving America’s automotive heritage. The formal recognition will took place Sept. 7 at America’s Car Museum (ACM) in Tacoma, Washington as part of the Trust’s annual Wheels & Heels Gala. The Master Craftsman designation is… Continue reading Jason Wenig Selected as America’s Car Museum’s 2019 Master Craftsman