Shift into Overdrive, Part 1: Understanding Ford’s 4R70W Automatic Transmission
Ford’s 4R70W automatic transmission traces its lineage back to the AOD (Automatic Overdrive) four-speed automatic introduced in 1980. Designed to improve fuel efficiency and reduce engine wear, the original AOD […]
What's Better: Solid or Ventilated Discs in Your Brake System?
Brake tech is a very complex and nuanced topic, so we asked the experts at Alcon Brakes to help us clarify and expand on some frequently asked questions in the braking universe. […]
The Right Torque: Torque Limiting Extensions Explained
Honestly, I never knew what a torque limiting socket extension was until the folks from Summit Racing asked me to review a set of its own brand of extensions. I […]
SEMA 2024 Feature: Get Plenty of Low-RPM Amperage with a Powermaster Alternator
Choosing the best alternator for your application is a lot like picking the right camshaft—not only does it need to support the power goals (electrical draw) that you’re planning for, […]