October 2018 – Page 3 – The Engine Block

Knoxville recently welcomed its inaugural Gambler 500, and boy did things pop off.

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Auto Industry News: Gambler 500 Tennessee, Bollinger B2, Potential End of EV Tax Cut & A Bronco with a Seven Speed?

October 15, 2018December 14, 2022 Mitchell Bardo 0 Comments Aric Amirola, Bollinger, Bollinger B2, Electric Cars, Electric Truck, Eli Tomac, EV Tax Credit, Ford Bronco, Gambler 500, Industry Regulation, Joey Savatgy, Kurt Busch, Martin Truex Jr, Monster Energy Cup, Motocross, NASCAR, Off Road

As the weather turns cold for many of us, let’s bask in the remembrance of the warmer days off-roading. And

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Hellwig, Timbren, SuperSprings, Air Lift, and Firestone all manufacture high-quality helper springs.

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Get by with a Helping Hand from Helper Springs

October 14, 2018October 8, 2018 Bruce Lindermann 0 Comments Air Bags, Air Lift, Coil Springs, Firestone, Hellwig, Helper Springs, Leaf Springs, Pneumatic Springs, Steel Springs, SumoSprings, Supersprings, Suspension, Suspension Systems, Suspension Upgrades, Timbren

The fact of the matter is—trucks are designed to work hard. Even if you treat that F-150 like a Lincoln

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What's big enough to seat eight and has over a dozen cup holders to accommodate the soccer team? The 2019 Subaru Ascent, of course. Photo Cred: motor1.com

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Vehicle Spotlight: 2019 Subaru Ascent, Big Love for a Big Subaru

October 14, 2018September 26, 2018 Mitchell Bardo 0 Comments 2019 Subaru Ascent, Crossover, Full Size SUV, Subaru, SUV, Three-Row SUV

We do our best to keep it honest and unbiased here at the Engine Block, but you may have noticed

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The tools you wish you had at Hot Rod Drag Week 2018.

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Tools You Wish You Had for Drag Week 2018

October 13, 2018April 20, 2022 Mark Williams 0 Comments Alltrade, Craftsman, Dewalt, Drag Week, Hot Rod Drag Week, Irwin, Must-Have Tools, Nightstick, Pro-Lift, Stanley, Tools

When dragging, driving, and hauling equipment for Hot Rod Drag Week, there’s no avoiding roadside repairs. Attendees of this massive

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Time for a Demon dyno!

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Dyno Tuning Session Checklist: Know Before You Go

October 12, 2018October 15, 2018 Mark Williams 0 Comments Dynamometers, Dyno, Dyno Appointment, Dyno Tuning, Horsepower, John Potucek, tuning

Dynamometers: they’re known as the doctors of performance testing. When you attend a dyno tuning session, “You can see the

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Ready, set, let's race!

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Closing the Season: California Hot Rod Reunion, Goodguys 25th Southeastern Nationals, and NHRA Toyota Nationals

October 11, 2018April 20, 2022 Bruce Lindermann 0 Comments California Hot Rod Reunion, Goodguys 25th Southeastern Nationals, Hot Rod, NHRA Toyota Nationals, October Events

The 2018 season of hot rodding is, sadly, coming to a close. And while we still have a few events

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Come visit the Keystone family of brands at the 2018 SEMA Show.

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2018 SEMA Show Preparedness: Tips for Making the Most of the Aftermarket’s Largest Show

October 10, 2018October 7, 2018 Stefanie Zalutko 0 Comments 2018 SEMA Show, BAK, Cap World, Extang, LTAA, Magnaflow, PRO, Retrax, S&K Speed Racing Equipment, SEMA Show, Tint World, Truck Hero, Truxedo, Vehicle Accessories Inc., WTC

Where else can you spend four days wowed by outrageous custom vehicles and celebrity appearances, as well as rub elbows

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Carlos Molina of Projekt Cars presents Y.O.U.N.G Ghostbusters with $20,000 in free truck accessories.

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Y.O.U.N.G Ghostbusters Honored by Projekt Cars

October 10, 2018August 26, 2022 Stefanie Zalutko 0 Comments Air Design USA, AVS, Iron Cross, K&N, LUND, MGP, Projekt Cars, SCT Performance, Spec-D, V-Rock Wheels, Volant, YOUNG Ghostbusters

“Who You Gonna Call? Ghostbusters!” It’s probably one of the most memorable movie lines ever, and one that the El Paso

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We bet you wouldn't know it's a.... 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe

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Vehicle Spotlight: 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe Receives Updates, But Still a “Predictable” Crossover

October 9, 2018September 30, 2018 Mitchell Bardo 0 Comments 2019 Hyundai Santa Fe, Crossover, Family Vehicle, Hyundai, SUV, Weather Tech

Just within the last year, Hyundai has shaken up the Santa Fe family tree. And we’re here to help you

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Last week was the 2018 Off-Road Expo in Pomona, California. Off-road enthusiasts came out in full force to see what’s new in the world of trailblazing and the products to get you through parts unknown.

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Auto Industry News: 2018 Off-Road Expo Thrills Enthusiasts, Specs Emerge for the 2019 Ford Ranger, Honda Bets Big on GM Cruise, & Cadillac Goes Autonomous

October 8, 2018October 8, 2018 Mitchell Bardo 0 Comments 2018 Off-Road Expo, 2019 Ford Ranger, Autonomous Cars, Cadillac, Cadillac Super Cruise, Chase Elliot, Cruise, Denny Hamlin, Ford, General Tire, GM, Honda, Jimmie Johnson, Lucas Oil, ProComp, Rubicon Express, SCORE Baja 1000, Self-Driving Cars, Smittybilt, Tesla

This week we’re recapping celebrations—enthusiasts kicked up plenty of dust at the 2018 Off-Road Expo in California. And speaking of

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