The Economical F-150 Diesel

For the first time, Ford will offer an F-150 Power Stroke diesel with a targeted EPA-estimated 30-mpg highway rating, 11,400 pounds of towing capacity and 2,020 pounds of payload capacity, plus 250 horsepower and 440 lb.-ft. of torque. “For every truck owner who wants strong fuel economy while they tow and haul, we offer a new… Continue reading The Economical F-150 Diesel

PART TWO: Jeeps & Off-Road Vehicles at the SEMA Show

See the Jeeps, trucks and off-road vehicles at the 2017 SEMA Show in the below photo gallery. Click to see the part one of this gallery, originally published Jan. 9.

Jeeps & Off-Road Vehicles at the SEMA Show

The new JL Wrangler will have to wait for its big SEMA debut later this year, but the 2017 SEMA Show still had plenty to offer in off-road vehicles and accessories. See the photo gallery below-”the first part of several galleries showcasing the best rough-and-tumble rides seen at the show.

VIDEO: BMW and Detroit Speed Together Set World Records for Drifting

Detroit Speed Inc. and BMW North America recently partnered on a project that literally went down into the record books…

1936 Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic

The Mullin Automotive Museum’s 1936 Bugatti Type 57SC Atlantic nominated for the Peninsula Classics Best of the Best Award…

Mercedes-Benz Debuts New G-Class

Every G-Class has to conquer the Schöckl, a mountain in Austria. Mercedes-Benz uses the 1,445 meter high local mountain near the Austrian city of Graz as a test track. The 3.4-mile route includes gradients of up to 60 percent and lateral inclinations of up to 40 percent. During the development stage of the new G-Class,… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz Debuts New G-Class

‘Shark Tank’ Appearance Helps Mat Maker

When John Gunnell ran into Tom Burden at the PRI Show last month, he said he had no idea he was talking to a TV star…

Supplier Springs into Action for Historic Relic

A recent phone call caught the attention of Mike Eaton, president of EATON Detroit Spring. The call came from Randy Becht, owner of Hoosier Restoration and Movie Props, who was seeking help on a very special project. Becht has been in the street rod business for many years, and throughout his career has restored military… Continue reading Supplier Springs into Action for Historic Relic

Impromptu Car Show at Porsche Shop’s End-of-Year BBQ

*See photo gallery above EDITOR’S NOTE: John McCabe is a regular contributing writer to THE SHOP magazine. See his profile on Jack Staggs Auto Repair in an upcoming issue of THE SHOP. —- When you’re one of the top Porsche 356 mechanics in the land and you decide to create an event and invite all… Continue reading Impromptu Car Show at Porsche Shop’s End-of-Year BBQ

In Review: The 30th PRI Show

The Performance Racing Industry (PRI) Show celebrated its 30th anniversary by filling the giant Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis with cars, tools, parts, machinery and race shop personnel…

Shop Makes Business with Vintage Manufacturing Tactic

EDITOR’S NOTE: The following blog was written by John Gunnell, owner of Gunner’s Great Garage Restoration Shop in Manawa, Wisconsin. Gunnell regularly contributes articles and industry-driven observations for THE SHOP magazine and eNewsletter. On the way to the Performance & Racing Industry Trade Show in Indianapolis, I made a stop in Lafayette, Indiana, to drop off some… Continue reading Shop Makes Business with Vintage Manufacturing Tactic

The Auto Collection is Closing in Las Vegas

*See additional images in the photo gallery above The Las Vegas classic car attraction that opened in 1981 as the Imperial Palace Auto Collection will close on Dec. 30. For years the museum-like collection was housed in the parking ramp of the Imperial Palace casino. In more recent years, the casino was renamed the Quad… Continue reading The Auto Collection is Closing in Las Vegas

Go Rhino Sport Bar 2.0 with Power-Actuated Retractable Light Mount (911000T & 960001T)

Go Rhino’s Sport Bar 2.0 is a new spin on an old classic. It retains the popular classic sport bar look with an added modern twist. Taking it a step further, the Sport Bar 2.0 can be used in conjunction with most retractable and roll-up bed covers and has an option for a power-actuated retractable… Continue reading Go Rhino Sport Bar 2.0 with Power-Actuated Retractable Light Mount (911000T & 960001T)

Go Rhino BRJ40 Jeep Front Bumper With Stubby End Caps Installation (230110T)

Take a look at the installation process of the BRJ40 Front Bumper Replacement for Go Rhino’s Jeep Wrangler for the 2017 SEMA Show.

Go Rhino Sport Bar 2.0 Installation (911000T)

Take a look at the installation process of the Sport Bar 2.0 for Go Rhino’s Ford F-150 for the 2017 SEMA Show. For more information about the Sport Bar 2.0, visit the Go Rhino website at http://www.gorhino.com/sport-Bar-2-0