26 Mar 2026 / By Brad Smith

158: No Compromise? Why the 8HP Might Be the Ultimate Transmission [PODCAST]

158: No Compromise? Why the 8HP Might Be the Ultimate Transmission [PODCAST]

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Having a silky-smooth automatic alongside a quick-shifting manual transmission capable of handling 1000HP in the same transmission seems impossible—but the ZF 8HP might just achieve it. Andrew Astley from 8speed joins us to explain why this transmission has become such a popular choice.

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17 Mar 2026 / By Brad Smith

The F1 Tech Behind Modern Time Attack Aero

The F1 Tech Behind Modern Time Attack Aero

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Aerodynamics plays a huge role in modern time attack cars, but developing an effective package is far more complex than simply bolting on a larger wing.

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13 Mar 2026 / By Taz Quinn-Walshe

Best Laptop For Tuning Cars

Best Laptop For Tuning Cars

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When it comes to EFI tuning tools, you might be surprised to learn that the best laptop for tuning cars or motorcycles is surprisingly easy to find.

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12 Mar 2026 / By Brad Smith

157: Inside IndyCar’s Golden Era of Racing [PODCAST]

157: Inside IndyCar’s Golden Era of Racing [PODCAST]

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The 1990s were arguably the ‘Golden Era’ of motorsport, particularly in the world of wings-and-slicks racing. High-revving engines, intense competition, and iconic car designs made it an unforgettable time.

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11 Mar 2026 / By Peter Kelly

Best Laptop For Learning CAD

Best Laptop For Learning CAD

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To design your own parts using CAD software, you’re going to need a computer. . . and probably not the 10-year-old laptop you inherited from your parents. If you’re serious about learning CAD, there’s a good chance you already own a suitable computer.

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10 Mar 2026 / By Taz Quinn-Walshe

1969 Datsun + 16 feet of Titanium = 1 EPIC build

1969 Datsun + 16 feet of Titanium = 1 EPIC build

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What happens when you combine flame-bent titanium, 3D scanning, and a 1969 Datsun Roadster? You get one of our favourite builds, and a happy missus. Connor McElvain from Butter Welding showcases his custom Nissan/Datsun Roadster project, where old-school cool meets new-school tools.

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10 Mar 2026 / By Brad Smith

Why RB26 Blocks Fail | PRP’s 3,000HP Solution

Why RB26 Blocks Fail | PRP’s 3,000HP Solution

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Factory RB26 blocks were never designed for four-digit horsepower, let alone 1,500 plus. Thin cylinder walls, core shift, cracked head stud holes, and deck failures have become common failure points as power levels have climbed.

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06 Mar 2026 / By Peter Kelly

Diesels Are Different... And You Need To Understand Why.

Diesels Are Different... And You Need To Understand Why.

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Looking to make more power and torque from your diesel engine? There are some big differences in how a diesel operates compared to a gasoline motor, and you need to understand them before you start tuning.

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