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Working-Class Heroes: The Best Pickups at Goodguys 2025
Working-Class Heroes: The Best Pickups at Goodguys 2025

Let’s be honest—there was a time when trucks were the stuff you parked behind the show field, used to

Working-Class Heroes: The Best Pickups at Goodguys 2025

Let’s be honest—there was a time when trucks were the stuff you parked behind the show field, used to haul parts, or maybe pulled your “real” hot rod to the event. What once might have been considered

Working-Class Heroes: The Best Pickups at Goodguys 2025
70 Years of Cool: The Tri-Five Chevy Turns Platinum
70 Years of Cool: The Tri-Five Chevy Turns Platinum

In 1955, Chevrolet didn’t just redesign a car—they ignited a movement. The Tri-Five Chevys (that’s shorthand

70 Years of Cool: The Tri-Five Chevy Turns Platinum

In 1955, Chevrolet didn’t just redesign a car—they ignited a movement. The Tri-Five Chevys (that’s shorthand for the 1955, 1956, and 1957 models) arrived like a thunderclap and never really left. These

70 Years of Cool: The Tri-Five Chevy Turns Platinum
Meet the Best New Product Award Winners – Goodguys Columbus 2025
Meet the Best New Product Award Winners – Goodguys Columbus 2025

From suspension breakthroughs to slick bolt-ons and next-gen wiring solutions, this curated collection

Meet the Best New Product Award Winners – Goodguys Columbus 2025

From suspension breakthroughs to slick bolt-ons and next-gen wiring solutions, this curated collection of fresh hardware gave attendees a first look at what’s about to hit the streets—and the shelves.

Meet the Best New Product Award Winners – Goodguys Columbus 2025
Goodguys 2025: Street Rod and Street Machine of the Year Bring the Heat to Columbus
Goodguys 2025: Street Rod and Street Machine of the Year Bring the Heat to Columbus

If you're into big power, insane craftsmanship, and the kind of custom cars that stop people mid-sentence,

Goodguys 2025: Street Rod and Street Machine of the Year Bring the Heat to Columbus

If you're into big power, insane craftsmanship, and the kind of custom cars that stop people mid-sentence, then Columbus, Ohio in July is the place to be. The Goodguys Nationals isn’t just a show—it’s

Goodguys 2025: Street Rod and Street Machine of the Year Bring the Heat to Columbus
The Shoe Fits
The Shoe Fits

In the late ’40s, car manufacturers looked for different ways to modernize their vehicles, and this strategy

The Shoe Fits

In the late ’40s, car manufacturers looked for different ways to modernize their vehicles, and this strategy was evident when the Big Three introduced their ’49 line of passenger cars. For the most part,

The Shoe Fits
Remembering Angelo Giampetroni: The Bridge Between Detroit Speed Shops and Ford Motorsport
Remembering Angelo Giampetroni: The Bridge Between Detroit Speed Shops and Ford Motorsport

The automotive and motorsports world has lost one of its most influential figures with the passing of

Remembering Angelo Giampetroni: The Bridge Between Detroit Speed Shops and Ford Motorsport

The automotive and motorsports world has lost one of its most influential figures with the passing of Angelo “Junior” Giampetroni. A pioneer, promoter, and passionate builder, Angelo helped shape the hot

Remembering Angelo Giampetroni: The Bridge Between Detroit Speed Shops and Ford Motorsport
MAGNUM DELIVERY
MAGNUM DELIVERY

We don’t doubt that the DaimlerChrysler design staff fully realized that they found something very special

MAGNUM DELIVERY

We don’t doubt that the DaimlerChrysler design staff fully realized that they found something very special with the Dodge Magnum, especially when the initial versions first rolled from the drawing boards.

MAGNUM DELIVERY
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HPX Emerges as a Must-Watch Tradeshow for the Performance Industry

There’s a new name making waves in the high-performance and motorsports world: HPX. The High Performance Expo, presented by the North Carolina Motorsports Association (NCMA), brings fresh energy and forward-thinking focus to the industry. Held at the Charlotte Convention Center, HPX delivers a dynamic experience for automotive professionals, racers, fabricators,

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GOING AFTERMARKET

You’ve probably heard those Zen sayings that ask questions like, “What is the sound of one hand clapping?” or, “If a tree falls in the forest and no one hears it, does it make a sound?” Those particular questions may be a little weighty for the scope of this article,

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STOPPING BEYOND DOUBT

NASCAR. It’s the most popular televised form of racing, with millions of fans across the nation. In fact, some believe NASCAR’s Cup Series Racing is the most popular sport in America. For all the money expended in Formula 1 (something in the neighborhood of $300 million a year for each

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PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Gearstar 4L65E Transmissions

When building a high-performance vehicle or performing an LS engine swap, your transmission is just as critical as the engine. The 4L65E transmission from Gearstar offers the perfect balance of strength, reliability, and adaptability—custom-built to handle up to 650 horsepower and tailored to your exact specifications.

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AVALANCHE!

We wanted to not only show how easy it is to bring one of these sweet rides down to the ground, but also how great they look with this kit installed. The Belltech components are straightforward and do not require much more than simple hand tools to install, although an

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SUM OF THE PARTS

Jason Whitfield never intended to hot rod a station wagon. It just sort of happened. You see, he had this Mitsubishi Diamante wagon that Rage Performance and NuFormz used as a parts-getter. After a few runs, the guys decided that the car needed some better tunes. As the parts pickup

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CAMARO MAN

If you ask car enthusiasts to identify their favorite ’60s Chevy, most will say a Camaro. If you want a more specific answer, you probably will get mixed responses between the ’67-’68 models and the ’69. Troy Leiphart is one of those enthusiasts who like the early models, because they

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WHO NEEDS THE LOTTO?

As the saying goes, “some guys have all the luck.” Out in the great state of New York, there is more going on than the Manhattan madness that most folks envision. There’s a distinct geographical separation between the urban density of Manhattan and the more rural confines of the area

Read More »

HPX Emerges as a Must-Watch Tradeshow for the Performance Industry

There’s a new name making waves in the high-performance and motorsports world: HPX. The High Performance Expo, presented by the North Carolina Motorsports Association (NCMA), brings fresh energy and forward-thinking focus to the industry. Held at the Charlotte Convention Center, HPX delivers a dynamic experience for automotive professionals, racers, fabricators,

Read More »

GOING AFTERMARKET

You’ve probably heard those Zen sayings that ask questions like, “What is the sound of one hand clapping?” or, “If a tree falls in the forest and no one hears it, does it make a sound?” Those particular questions may be a little weighty for the scope of this article,

Read More »

STOPPING BEYOND DOUBT

NASCAR. It’s the most popular televised form of racing, with millions of fans across the nation. In fact, some believe NASCAR’s Cup Series Racing is the most popular sport in America. For all the money expended in Formula 1 (something in the neighborhood of $300 million a year for each

Read More »

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Gearstar 4L65E Transmissions

When building a high-performance vehicle or performing an LS engine swap, your transmission is just as critical as the engine. The 4L65E transmission from Gearstar offers the perfect balance of strength, reliability, and adaptability—custom-built to handle up to 650 horsepower and tailored to your exact specifications.

Read More »

AVALANCHE!

We wanted to not only show how easy it is to bring one of these sweet rides down to the ground, but also how great they look with this kit installed. The Belltech components are straightforward and do not require much more than simple hand tools to install, although an

Read More »

SUM OF THE PARTS

Jason Whitfield never intended to hot rod a station wagon. It just sort of happened. You see, he had this Mitsubishi Diamante wagon that Rage Performance and NuFormz used as a parts-getter. After a few runs, the guys decided that the car needed some better tunes. As the parts pickup

Read More »

CAMARO MAN

If you ask car enthusiasts to identify their favorite ’60s Chevy, most will say a Camaro. If you want a more specific answer, you probably will get mixed responses between the ’67-’68 models and the ’69. Troy Leiphart is one of those enthusiasts who like the early models, because they

Read More »

WHO NEEDS THE LOTTO?

As the saying goes, “some guys have all the luck.” Out in the great state of New York, there is more going on than the Manhattan madness that most folks envision. There’s a distinct geographical separation between the urban density of Manhattan and the more rural confines of the area

Read More »

HPX Emerges as a Must-Watch Tradeshow for the Performance Industry

There’s a new name making waves in the high-performance and motorsports world: HPX. The High Performance Expo, presented by the North Carolina Motorsports Association (NCMA), brings fresh energy and forward-thinking focus to the industry. Held at the Charlotte Convention Center, HPX delivers a dynamic experience for automotive professionals, racers, fabricators,

Read More »

GOING AFTERMARKET

You’ve probably heard those Zen sayings that ask questions like, “What is the sound of one hand clapping?” or, “If a tree falls in the forest and no one hears it, does it make a sound?” Those particular questions may be a little weighty for the scope of this article,

Read More »

STOPPING BEYOND DOUBT

NASCAR. It’s the most popular televised form of racing, with millions of fans across the nation. In fact, some believe NASCAR’s Cup Series Racing is the most popular sport in America. For all the money expended in Formula 1 (something in the neighborhood of $300 million a year for each

Read More »

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT: Gearstar 4L65E Transmissions

When building a high-performance vehicle or performing an LS engine swap, your transmission is just as critical as the engine. The 4L65E transmission from Gearstar offers the perfect balance of strength, reliability, and adaptability—custom-built to handle up to 650 horsepower and tailored to your exact specifications.

Read More »

AVALANCHE!

We wanted to not only show how easy it is to bring one of these sweet rides down to the ground, but also how great they look with this kit installed. The Belltech components are straightforward and do not require much more than simple hand tools to install, although an

Read More »

SUM OF THE PARTS

Jason Whitfield never intended to hot rod a station wagon. It just sort of happened. You see, he had this Mitsubishi Diamante wagon that Rage Performance and NuFormz used as a parts-getter. After a few runs, the guys decided that the car needed some better tunes. As the parts pickup

Read More »

CAMARO MAN

If you ask car enthusiasts to identify their favorite ’60s Chevy, most will say a Camaro. If you want a more specific answer, you probably will get mixed responses between the ’67-’68 models and the ’69. Troy Leiphart is one of those enthusiasts who like the early models, because they

Read More »

WHO NEEDS THE LOTTO?

As the saying goes, “some guys have all the luck.” Out in the great state of New York, there is more going on than the Manhattan madness that most folks envision. There’s a distinct geographical separation between the urban density of Manhattan and the more rural confines of the area

Read More »
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