Review by Russell Purcell They say you can’t judge a book by its cover, but one look at Basem Wasef’s latest offering - Legendary Race Cars - will quickly change your mind about that statement. The book’s cover features a stunning studio shot of the 1968 Lotus Type 56 Turbine Indy car cloaked in the bold red of team sponsor STP. The off-centre photograph provides a menacing frontal view of this innovative machine that quickly

Designed specifically for the GM LS Gen III/IV engines, PRW Industries, Inc.’s high-flow aluminum pumps are engineered to deliver a faster, increased water flow. Pressure-injected, aluminum alloy pump bodies significantly improve cooling for any street, high-performance, and racing application. They feature a precision cast-iron impeller design and pressure-balanced water passages, and these “super pumps” equalize flow and minimize engine hot spots at any speed. Other features include steel hubs for superior corrosion resistance, heavy

If you would like to have more light in front of you at night when driving down the road, then the NIGHTHAWK Platinum just may just be for you. The new halogen headlight from GE puts 90 percent more light on the road compared to its standard halogen headlights. Whiter light can improve visibility by providing better contrast for street signs and lines on the road. The NIGHTHAWK Platinum bulbs have a blue coating to

With today’s aggressive cam profiles and innovative valve train combinations, the folks at COMP Cams set out to design a valve spring to reduce stress and increase valve train stability. The result is a professional race-quality, lightweight, small O.D. dual spring capable of high loads and an extended maximum lift. Tested in conjunction with the COMP Cams GM LS R ™ Camshafts, these high-performance valve springs are engineered specifically for street/strip hydraulic roller, some solid

Palmer Performance Engineering introduces its new DashCommand, which is a touch screen-friendly software application utilizing DashXL technology to deliver high-quality dashboards on any screen size. The dashboards are fully customizable with both digital and analog gauges, and scaled to fit any screen size from 320x240 to 1600x1200 and larger. It supports any display resolution and has a completely customizable skin-able interface. It supports all OBD-II and EOBD-compliant vehicles whether they be North American, Asian, or

DiamondBack Covers has used the slogan “As Tough As Your Truck” to describe its product for the past several years. The DiamondBack HD and SE Covers line of top hauling truck covers have allowed you to use your truck like never before. Now DiamondBack is partnering with another name trusted for its tough products, LINE-X, to bring a bold new look to the DiamondBack product line. With the combination of the Diamondback X line toughness

For those who want to keep their chrome pipes shining all summer long, Borla Performance Industries has developed its own custom, high-end cleaner and polish. It is specially formulated to restore the original factory finish to stainless steel exhaust and headers while still providing great protection. It quickly cuts through layers of dulling oxides to restore original finish, while adding tarnish protection. It is suitable for use on cars, trucks, motorcycles and boats. For more information

If you are a fan of Steve McQueen, this just could be one of those must-have items. The Franklin Mint has released a precision model of the ’68 McQueen-driven Mustang from the movie Bullitt. This is the only model to bear the authorized signature of Steve McQueen, the undisputed King of Cool. For more information please go to www.franklinmint.com

For those who want to make more than just their own wine or beer at home, there is a new product called the Extreme Green Machine. This economical 40-gallon portable processor received the “Best New Product Global Award” at the SEMA Show last year. The system comes with a drywash filter, which means no time-consuming water-washing, and the processor is fully mobile with its easy-moving casters. The Extreme Green Machine comes with molded-in graphic volume

Story and photos by Russell Purcell Owning a car or truck is a significant investment, and as such, proper steps should be taken to preserve its value. While most consumers recognize that regular oil changes and scheduled service calls are important to ensure the reliable operation of their vehicles, very few people pay much attention to the maintenance of the car’s external surfaces or interior. Most believe that the occasional visit to the car wash should