The Colorado ZR2 Bison joins Chevrolet’s midsize truck lineup as an all-new performance variant. Bison is Chevy’s first collaboration with American Expedition Vehicles (AEV), an off-road aftermarket manufacturer. The Bison features five skid plates covering the engine oil pan, fuel tank, transfer case and front and rear locking differentials. The AEV-designed skid plates are constructed… Continue reading Chevy’s Answer to Ford’s Raptor is the Bison
Author: THE SHOP Staff
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AAM Group Adds Sales and Business Development Pro
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Should Shops Invest in Marketing or Infrastructure?
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JL Audio Appoints Central U.S. Sales Director
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FCA Invests $30 Million in Michigan Autonomous Driving and Testing Facility
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Aftermarket Lends Hennessey Venom F5 Engine a Boost
The brand new Hennessey Venom F5 7.6-liter twin-turbo V-8 engine block debuted during Monterey Car Week in California. The billet aluminum machined block with steel cylinder sleeves produces 1,300 lb-ft torque at 4,400 rpm, and a 9.3:1 compression ratio. See the engine in the above campaign video by Hennessey. The engine features precision ball bearing twin… Continue reading Aftermarket Lends Hennessey Venom F5 Engine a Boost