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Dig through our Toolbox to learn how-to! Speedway Motors’ automotive blog is packed with how-to videos, automotive tech articles, and expert advice to help you with your project or race car setup. We've leveraged our 60+ years of performance parts expertise to compile hundreds of technical car articles in one easy-to-reference place. Whether your passion is race car setup and preparation, perfecting your showstopper, or simply improving driveability on your old car or truck – we have the technical car articles for you. Learn the best tips and tricks from our in-house experts who spend their nights wrenching in the garage and racing at the track. This automotive blog has everything you need to empower your passion.

Latest Articles

The Most Iconic Cars in Film History, Ranked

by Mark Houlahan

9/9/2025

From Smokey and the Bandit’s Trans Am to the Back to the Future DeLorean, real car enthusiasts rank the most iconic cars in movie history.

How to Manual Swap a C10 Truck | 1967-1972 C10 Tremec Install

by Joe McCollough

9/5/2025

Old trucks are just meant to have manual transmissions. They're made even better with a modern overdrive like a Tremec TKX. Watch our C10 manual transmission conversion on an LS-swapped '68 to see just how easy it is to row your own gears,

Drag Racing Calculator | 1/4 Mile & 1/8 Mile ET, MPH, and Horsepower

by Jason Orth

9/4/2025

Estimate horsepower, trap speed, and ET with our drag performance calculator. Use it as a 1/4 mile time estimator or 1/8 mile ET to mph calculator.

Manual Valve Bodies Explained | How They Work & Why You Might Want One

by Jefferson Bryant

8/29/2025

Learn what a manual valve body can and cannot do for your automatic transmission and performance driving needs

Museum of American Speed Named Best Motor Racing Museum by Newsweek

by Kelsey Bugjo

8/27/2025

Museum of American Speed earned top honors in the 2025 Fans Choice for Best Motor Racing Museum by Newsweek.

Can You Paint a Car Radiator & Does That Make it Less Efficient

by Mark Houlahan

8/22/2025

Does painting your radiator black affect cooling ability or is it an old wives’ tale? If painted properly your cooling system will be fine.

700R4 Transmission Complete Guide | Diagrams, HP Ratings, FAQ

by Joe McCollough

8/20/2025

The 700R4 is a great choice when it's time to upgrade your classic car or truck with an overdrive transmission. Here's what you need to know about GM's famous 4-speed automatic.

Types of Differentials | Limited Slip vs Posi vs Locker

by Jefferson Bryant

8/19/2025

Comparing open diff vs limited slip vs locker differentials. Learn how each works, pros and cons, and which is best for your build.

What is Hobby Stock Car Racing | Rules, Build Setups, & FAQs

by Dan Schechner

8/15/2025

Why the budget-friendly Hobby Stock class is grassroots motorsports at its finest, and perfect for first-time dirt track racers.

How to Get into Stock Car Racing Dirt Track Style | Rules & Tips

by Dan Schechner

8/15/2025

Explore dirt stock car racing’s key terms, classes, rules, parts, and tips for success in this ultimate guide for new competitors.

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