Gear and Tech 

Sittin' right: Automotive Ergonomics Part 1

I think people very seldom value how important proper ergonomics is. What exactly is Ergonomics? The scientific study of people and their working conditions, done in order to improve effectiveness. While it sounds boring, ergonomics is insanely important. You only get one body, and you know how fast that can all go downhill, which is […]

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What's power without control? – FWD Traction

All too often people seem to forget that having lots of Horsepower is absolutely useless if you can’t put it to the ground. Unless you’re building a show car or a dyno queen, if you can’t get the power down, what’s the point? While all of this is generally up for debate, I believe you […]

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Sparco Wingman Babyseat – Fun for the kids too.

You know, this may be an odd article, but I saw this and just had to cover it. This is one badass baby carrier.   Rory Craig of the Art Center College of Design has created a clever prototype for a new Sparco Babyseat. While not officially affiliated with Sparco, Rory is trying to pitch […]

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GReddy Releases the Type-RZ Blow Off Valve

GReddy has just released the Greddy Type-RZ Blow off valve, which is to replace the current Type RS and is similar to the Type-S. GReddy Blow Off Valves are easily adjustable to eliminate compressor surge and preventing premature boost leakage, while increasing boost response between shifts. Each valve is made of durable cast and billet […]

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Make Your Minivan Sexy: Mugen Body Kit For Honda Odyssey

A van with sex appeal? Yes, please. You know, I’ve always thought the best bet was to go hang out in front of Walmart in my moms minivan to pick up chicks. I guess there isn’t much appeal to a fat guy with an Afro chilling in a rusty 1982 dodge caravan. It appears Honda […]

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What is Gymkhana?

Gymkhana For those wondering, Gymkhana is basically a mixture of autocross and drifting, with other additional skillful maneuvers thrown in as well. Cones represent obstacles to navigate through. The “obstacles” involve many highly difficult driving maneuvers such as 360 spins, parking boxes, and figure eights…in other words my daily commute. For those of you talking […]

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