Q: Greg, I think I can stump the professor. Who was the first racer to utilize a GM 6-71 blower? I have a six-pack riding on this. Also, what do you feel is better? Supercharging, Turbocharging or ...

The never-ending quest for horsepower centers around air. Popular modifications allow an engine to pump more air by means of efficient induction components or longer valve-opening events. Other ...

In the '80s we thought it was really stupid. Nitrous atop an 8-71 blower was the norm for every wannabe Pro Street car on the fairgrounds. Like you could ever use that, right? Well, you can. And when ...

Whatever engine you've got relies on a combination of air and fuel to make power. Nitrous oxide, which, chemically speaking, is really just a mixture of two nitrogen molecules for every oxygen one, ...

Nitrous has the almost magical quality of substantially boosting power at the touch of a button, while the moderate cost of a system and easy installation make it the shortest path to big power. Our ...

Remember all those disclaimers from the Need for Speed series? Certain drivers take great joy in doing the opposite, acting as if their cars were arcade racing game controllers - this is how we end up ...

What’s the quickest way to double your engine’s power output? By injecting it with nitrous oxide. But beware, as the chemical compound could also kill it. So, how much nitrous can a stock engine take?