Posted Nov 09, 2009
This Mandarin Orange NSX is to die for
As we come up to our five year anniversary, we looked back to close to 400 quality features we've done over the years. We've had our fair share of quality built cars, some that other people have yet to have the luxury to feature. So it was only fit... more
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Posted Jul 12, 2009
The hot summer heat was complemented with intense drag racing action
July 6th, 2009 - West Palm Beach, Florida - The NSCRA's Round 2 event at Palm Beach International Raceway was a huge success despite harsh weather conditions and a slight rain delay. Racers from all across the country showed up to battle it out inclu... more
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Posted Jun 21, 2009
Now we take a look at Stage 6's All Motor drag entry
Earlier this week we did a feature on Stage 6's Turbo Honda Civic EG drag racer entry and this time around we take a look at their all motor K-series car. On the outside, the car is more subtle in appearance since it's not sporting a three-piece fro... more
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Posted Jun 16, 2009
Tunerzine.com does a double feature on Stage 6's Civic EG drag cars
In our continued support for the NSCRA, Tunerzine.com has started reaching out to NSCRA's racers to spotlight their beautiful machines that attack the track. We were able to meet up with SIK Creations and more
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Posted Jun 11, 2009
Illtech overhauls the GT-R to a whole new standard
Us Americans have been waiting decades for Nissan to bring their flagship vehicle over to the stateside. When the GT-R finally hit, many enthusiasts from coast to coast were overjoyed. Despite its steep price tag, many aftermarket manufacturers and... more
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Posted May 27, 2009
This E92 M3 project is out of this galaxy.
In a galaxy far, far away, one could only wish they had such a fine piece of machinery to pilot on Tatooine. Well, maybe not Tatooine since that place is just full of sand (which by the way, Hayden Christensen really hates)…maybe Naboo. Regardless ... more
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Posted May 20, 2009
This Galant has been built to be one-of-a-kind in America... and it succeeds
In tunerzine.com’s continuous search for the most uniquely built cars in the nation, we have searched high and low for content that would be hard to find on any other site. We all know at the heart of it all we’re just hardcore automotive enthusiast... more
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Posted May 17, 2009
Another successful meet at Eibach's headquarters
Unless you've been living under a rock, if you're from the Southern California area and own a Honda and/or Acura, you know about the annual Eibach Meet. This year it was bigger and better than ever, with hundreds of cars packing the Eibach lot, the ... more
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Posted May 10, 2009
We take a tour through Miami in a Honda Element SC
Always on the look out for something fresh and new, we headed down to South Florida and got reunited with an old friend. Richard Tse is no stranger to building Hondas, having owned a '93 Honda Civic Si that went through its fair rounds of changes, a... more
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Posted May 03, 2009
The NSCRA heats up the quarter mile track at Palm Beach International Raceway
May 3rd, 2009 – West Palm Beach, Florida – The National Sport Compact Racing Association (NSCRA) opened up their first race towards the championship points chase at Palm Beach International Raceway on May 3rd, 2009. Over 100 race cars were in attend... more
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Posted Apr 10, 2009
Every drifter goes out to compete to get a spot in the new Top 32 Tandem Competition
Here are your Top 32 qualifiers for Formula D Long Beach 2009!
1. Chris Forsberg - 93.1
2. Darren McNamara - 88.2
3. Tanner Foust - 87.4
4. Kazu Hayashida - 87.2
5. Justin Pawlak - 86.8
6. Taka Aono - 84.4
7. Conrad Grue... more
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Posted Apr 10, 2009
First set of photos from Friday morning's practice session
The drift season has begun and in true form Formula Drift lit up the Streets of Long Beach. Tons of new cars were out including Tanner Foust's Scion tC, Rhys Millen's Hyundai Genesis, Ryan Tuerck's new Pontiac Solstice, Vaughn Gittin JR's new Falken... more
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Posted Apr 07, 2009
This demo vehicle was built by ShowOpt to showcase a whole new generation of tuning
Naturally the three letters of JDM has been burnt into our minds as Japanese-inspired tuning. Clean, purpose built vehicles without extravagant body kits and modifications. But over the years JDM has changed much like the sport compact scene as a w... more
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Posted Mar 22, 2009
Mike Chou has become a heavy hitter on the streets and at the shows
Unless you’ve been living under a rock the last few years or pay little to no attention to the show scene, TWCompetition should be in your vocabulary. One of the largest, if not the largest, car clubs in America, TWCompetition specializes in buildin... more
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Posted Mar 16, 2009
Luis Martinez decided to go big and bold with his S14 while keeping it clean
One of the best things about the sport compact culture is its widespread awareness throughout the country. Luis Martinez is based out of Pennsylvania and proves that not just the big states – such as California, Florida, Texas and New York – house a... more
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Posted Mar 14, 2009
We head over to Anaheim for the HIN season opener in Southern California
Hundreds of cars packed the parking lot at Angel Stadium as Hot Import Nights made its 2009 debut in Anaheim, California. Aisles and aisles of cars packed the lot offering plenty for spectators to check out. From Europeans to luxuries to full out J... more
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Posted Mar 07, 2009
We headed out to Oakley's Headquarters for a unique meet
Many of Southern California's finest European tuned vehicles represented well at Vorsteiner's meet at Oakley on March 7th, 2009. Vorsteiner teamed up with Oakley to not only give back to the European tuning community but to put on a great meet full ... more
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Posted Feb 04, 2009
This M5 sets the tone on how European luxury should be tuned
With the overwhelming craze surrounding the BMW’s E92 335i and its new 1-series offering, some of BMW’s bigger brethren has been ignored in the media light. Truth be told however there are plenty of 5-series and even 6-series out there that deserve ... more
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Posted Jan 26, 2009
We get an exclusive sneak preview at the revamped Tjin Edition Pontiac Solstice
Looking forward to 2009, the Tjin Edition Crew is always up to newer, bigger and better things. As they get ready to go on tour this season, they have a little surprise for everyone. The Tjin Edition Solstice has found a new home and will be shown b... more
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Posted Jan 19, 2009
This fully decked out xB proves that there are no limits to custom car building
When it came time to fill up their booth for the 2007 SEMA show, Mobil 1 decided to pull out all the stops with the newly introduced Scion xB body. Knowing just how crazy the crowd has gone over the xB’s unique design, Mobil 1 knew that the new body ... more
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Posted Jan 15, 2009
Import Intelligence puts 7 years of experience, sweat, tears and blood into this S13.5.
7 years ago, Matt Waldin purchased an S13 not knowing anything about it. But the second there were some organized drift events, he was hooked. Fast forward to present day and Waldin now owns and operates Import Intelligence, making a name for himse... more
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Posted Dec 11, 2008
We decided to contrast the Vivid Racing Evo X with one from Artisan Performance
Last week we showcased the bright green Evo X monster from Vivid Racing. This week, to continue with a Christmas season theme, we bounce over to a vibrant red Evo X from Artisan Performance / Mishimoto. Contrasting the Vivid Racing Evo X that focus... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2008
Very few of us can brag the same way Kris can about his ’83 Mazda RX-7
Most of us tend to build a car for a few years and get bored of it rather quickly. Then there are a rarer set of people that cherish their cars from the day they pick it up, to a decade later. Kris is one of those people, having picked up his ’83 M... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2008
We kick off our coverage of this past weekend's festivities with photos of the pit area
This past weekend was the first event of its kind. Red Bull teamed up with Formula D to put on a show that even the most seasoned of editors have never witnessed. The Top 32 drifters from all around the world not only flew themselves in, but their ... more
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Posted Nov 13, 2008
We continue our aftermath coverage of the incredibly huge SEMA show
Each year in Las Vegas members of the automotive community and industry gather together in Las Vegas for one of the largest conventions in the world. Hundreds of thousands of people gather around the large halls looking at project vehicles, new produ... more
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Posted Nov 12, 2008
We take some time to look back at the week that just blurred by us and see where our industry is heading
Each year in Las Vegas members of the automotive community and industry gather together in Las Vegas for one of the largest conventions in the world. Hundreds of thousands of people gather around the large halls looking at project vehicles, new prod... more
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Posted Oct 27, 2008
This story is a fantastic testament to DSM’s highly acclaimed and respected 4G63 engine.
We remember back in the late 90s there was a huge battle between Hondas and DSMs. Eclipses and Civics used to battle down the quarter mile in strong form, aiming to be the first in the 10s, then the 9s and ultimately too fast to catch up to. Nowada... more
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Posted Oct 24, 2008
This mystical blend of black and white transforms a mundane S14 to a street beauty.
For two years, Jessica Alba’s stint on television produced the sho... more
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Posted Oct 14, 2008
Something about an RB25 in a '71 Datsun 240Z got our interest, what can we say?
I love writing stories about killer cars that were acquired for ridiculously low prices. I mean shoot, there are quite a few decent motorcycles and even some scooters that you can’t even buy for less than 2G’s. Not that you’d want to buy a scooter ... more
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Posted Oct 08, 2008
If the Batmobile ever had a nemesis, it would probably look a little somethin’ like this.
Growing up every kid admired a hot car on television or on the big screen. Every super hero had to have some sort of transportation device, be it a motorcycle, hovercraft, vehicle or something unimaginable. The Batmobile was one of those transporta... more
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Posted Sep 30, 2008
The thoughts of goin’ racing were tempting… but then the sport compact scene took a wild turn
Going into the 2008 race season, things were getting excited, cars were being built and everyone was sitting back waiting in anticipation for the season to get started. Battle of the Imports made huge announcements in the off season, along with the ... more
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Posted Sep 22, 2008
This RX-7 built by iForged blends the best of all worlds in one spectacular package
The FD RX-7 is still one of the most beautiful and sought after cars around. When Mazda discontinued the RX-7 moniker and replaced it with the RX-8, the RX-7 arguably became more popular as they were rarer to come across. Vincent Wong of iForged ha... more
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Posted Sep 11, 2008
An inside look at an all out build from Tunerzine's own staff
By now you’ve probably taken noticed to this green four door Integra sedan that’s been littered across Tunerzine.com numerous times over the past two years. Shameless plugs here and there, mostly to promote poster sales. So what was the story behin... more
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Posted Aug 25, 2008
We take Lexus’ newest entry into the high horsepower sedan market to the test
By now many of you have heard about, if not seen, the IS-F from Lexus. Rather than bore you with all the details that you can read or hear about on the Internet in any standard review, we decided to delight our readers with some top notch photograph... more
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Posted Jun 09, 2008
This Skyline Sedan has received its third overhaul in staying as one of the most noticeable cars in the nation
This one of a kind Skyline R34 Sedan has received its third overhaul in staying as one of the most noticeable cars ever designed and built.
Unless you’ve been living underneath a rock the last few years, the Tjin Edition / ICE Nissan Skyline R34 ... more
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Posted Jun 02, 2008
We take another look at Kathryn Tanaka's S13 and all its new updates
http://www.tunerzine.com/vi... more
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Posted May 30, 2008
Looking mighty tame on the outside, this FD3S pushes over 550rwhp!
Though it is starting to seem like RX-7s are a thing of the past, running across some beautifully built ones still brings tears of joy to our eyes. Chris Wold, one of our contributing photographers, is an avid fan of drag racing and as a result has ... more
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Posted May 12, 2008
Two of our project cars have wheels that need to go!
Two of our project cars have wheels that are up for sale. The first set is a custom set of Radenergie R10 wheels. They are 20x8.5 front, 20x10 rear. The offset is a custom offset for E92s. They may or may not rub depending on how low your car is ... more
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Posted May 09, 2008
Eddy teams up with some of Florida's best to build this wicked street Evo
When the Evolution first came out on the stateside, automotive enthusiasts were excited for a turbocharged AWD beast. It didn't take long before enthusiasts started dismantling the 4G63 and pushing the limits in horsepower. DSM tuners throughout th... more
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Posted May 01, 2008
After years of success on and off the track, Enjuku Racing has put this gem up for sale
and their success both on and off the track. I was personally employed there back in 2003 and am p... more
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Posted Apr 14, 2008
Sunday brought on some rain, but that didn't stop Battle of the Imports from running their event!
Despite the on and off showers during Sunday's event, Battle of the Imports and its hardcore race enthusiasts never stopped racing. A huge congratulations goes out to each classes' winners, including our very own featured model more
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Posted Apr 14, 2008
We get our first taste of sideways drifting action for 2008 out in Long Beach
It was a bright, hot and sunny day in Long Beach, California - almost perfect weather for the season opener of Formula Drift. This event has become infamous in the Southern California area, as drifters take to the Streets of Long Beach prior to the ... more
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Posted Apr 12, 2008
The Battle of the Imports season opener saw some Pro qualifying on Saturday...
What is normally a one day event has been extended to two allowing the Pro teams to qualify on Saturday. We want to extend out a huge thanks to Frank Choi and the crew at Battle of the Imports for putting on the event. A huge thanks to Chris Wold f... more
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Posted Apr 07, 2008
We get the first look at the Tjin Edition/Turtle Wax Cobalt SS revamp for 2008!
Sometime last year, we featured the first rendition of the Tjin Edition / Turtle Wax 2007 Chevy Cobalt SS. For 2008, The Tjin Edition / Turtle Wax team has redone the Cobalt SS again and we get our grubby little ... more
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Posted Apr 02, 2008
This Supra is tame on the outside but packs a real punch under the hood
The Supra is still, to this date, one of the most sought after vehicles among any car enthusiast. It’s no surprise with Titan Motorsports recently going 7s with their street legal car. The 2JZ engine has proven itself to be top notch and one of the... more
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Posted Mar 31, 2008
The drag racing starts off with a bang... of lightning and thunder
Unfortunately for us, rain put a dampen on what should have been an exciting weekend of racing. Not only did it spoil the trip for racers that traveled miles and miles to get their cars on the track for the first time this season, it ruined it for u... more
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Posted Mar 17, 2008
This Lexus GS300 has all it needs to sweep shows, prowl the street and just look straight gangsta’
We’ll be the first to admit it, we haven’t featured enough of the VIP styled sedans that is slowly becoming a prominent player in our scene. Some print magazines have shined the spotlight on them briefly, but there hasn’t been a continuous focus on ... more
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Posted Mar 03, 2008
Victor Colon wanted to prove that the Mazdaspeed Protege shouldn't be so quickly dismissed
As fun as it is featuring the “hot” and “popular” cars within our sport compact market, it’s always refreshing to shine the light on something different. Victor Colon is an auto mechanic for American Airlines so ... more
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Posted Feb 28, 2008
Justin Kaehler of RiceBoyTV takes some time out of his busy schedule to chat with Tunerzine.com
RiceBoyTV.com is an up and coming website designated to shake the Internet off its feet. Headed by John Naderi of... more
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Posted Feb 05, 2008
RiceBoyTV.com is an up and coming website designated to shake the Internet off its feet
Headed by John Naderi of Super Street fame, his cohorts Ricky Chu and Justin Kaehler help provide the editorial co... more
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Posted Feb 02, 2008
This Subaru STi has everything it takes to handle the rest of the competition
When we normally think of the Subaru STi, we think of AWD turbocharged fun. Most Subaru owners are avid about how well their car handles and how balanced it is for a daily driver. But the STi has taken a whole n... more
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Posted Jan 28, 2008
This street EG has gone through its fair share of changes but has finally settled down
There’s lots of things in life worth settling for: the trophy wife, picture perfect home, getting overpaid and underworked…you... more
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Posted Jan 21, 2008
JIC Magic brought on a S15 and S14 to conquer all forms of motorsports during the 2007 season
JIC Magic has become one of the premiere names in the sport compact industry through the last several years. They started by campaigning their Silvia S15 throughout the ’06 Drift and Time Attack seasons but when ... more
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Posted Jan 16, 2008
2004 doesn't seem too long ago...what has changed in the sport compact scene?
On paper SEMA 2004 was a little over three years ago. It doesn't seem too ... more
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Posted Jan 09, 2008
Fox Marketing teams up with local dealership, Faulkner Honda for a one of a kind giveaway
Some people have all the luck. Whether it’s finding a hundred bucks on the floor or winning the lottery, for some things just go their way. Let’s face it, life just wouldn’t be the same without the potential excitement of giveaways and prizes and b... more
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Posted Jan 02, 2008
This Phoenix Yellow Type-R brings a whole new definition to the three letters, ITR
Anytime you add the words “Limited Edition” to a product it instantly gains a whole new status. Suddenly it’s in high deman... more
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Posted Dec 28, 2007
We take a look at the highlights from the 2007 NHRA Sport Compact season
Norris Prayoonto captured the All Motor class championship at the final race ... more
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Posted Dec 26, 2007
We take a look at our own Donny Mak's previous A4 Project
Several years ago, I was asked to shoot a widebody A4 for Modified Magazine. This was back in 2004. Before that however, I had written an article about this widebody A4 for a... more
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Posted Dec 24, 2007
This MR2 has taken the Japanese customization scene by storm
In honoring our 3 year anniversary, we have been hand picking features that we have personally shot or written in the past that represents a good look of previous trends and hot cars. To contrast the M... more
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Posted Dec 14, 2007
GT Live stormed California Speedway in 2004 and was one of the best events to date
To celebrate our new site's release and our three year anniversary, we'll be doing several "From the Past" articles that takes a look at previous events and feature cars and how the trends have changed along the way.
In December of 2004, GT Live s... more
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Posted Dec 11, 2007
This Southern California IS250 packs on the miles while making everyone jealous
Every time we get to shoot a car it’s a new story to hear about. Between the owner and the car itself, everyone goes through a different path when it comes to customization and building their project. ... more
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Posted Dec 07, 2007
Fox Marketing teams up with Internet’s CarDomain.com to build this wild 2008 Focus Coupe
When we think of Brian Fox and his team over at Fox Marketing, we ... more
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Posted Dec 04, 2007
Ginash George and his 2003 350Z packs a serious punch, sporting 451whp and 510wtq..
There’s no denying the popularity of Nissan’s 350Z. The successor to the popular 300ZX, the 350Z’s introduction was quickly... more
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Posted Nov 29, 2007
This Scion tC was the perfect platform for Cynce to demonstrate that females know how to build
In an industry strongly dominated by a male presence, females are often mocked at when they get involved. Though it’s changed in the last few years, there are many that still ... more
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Posted Nov 26, 2007
US drivers taken on Japan's drivers at Irwindale Speedway
A weekend of drifting took place at Irwindale Speedway this past weekend. D1 Grand Prix started off with their final event of the season on Saturday and then moved into a worldwide drift extravaganza on Sunday. This second part of the coverage shows... more
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Posted Nov 22, 2007
This Audi A3 is a fine example of a beautiful piece of machinery from bumper to bumper
The Audi moniker has formed its own loyal following in the afterma... more
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Posted Nov 22, 2007
We head over to the 2007 LA Auto Show and catch sight of the coolest new cars we've ever seen
We head on over to the LA Auto Show where over 40 newest models and concepts were on display. This part 1 coverage shows off the South Hall where manufacturers such as Nissan, Mitsubishi, Hyundai, VW, Audi, Dodge, Chrysler, Chevrolet, Subaru, Saturn,... more
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Posted Nov 22, 2007
We head over to the 2007 LA Auto Show and catch sight of the coolest new cars we've ever seen
We head on over to the LA Auto Show where over 40 newest models and concepts were on display. This part 1 coverage shows off the South Hall where manufacturers such as Nissan, Mitsubishi, Hyundai, VW, Audi, Dodge, Chrysler, Chevrolet, Subaru, Saturn,... more
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Posted Nov 22, 2007
We head over to the 2007 LA Auto Show and catch sight of the coolest new cars we've ever seen
We head on over to the LA Auto Show where over 40 newest models and concepts were on display. This part 1 coverage shows off the South Hall where manufacturers such as Nissan, Mitsubishi, Hyundai, VW, Audi, Dodge, Chrysler, Chevrolet, Subaru, Saturn,... more
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Posted Nov 22, 2007
The final race of the NHRA Sport Compact 2007 season would become the final NHRA Sport Compact race ever.
The drivers of the NHRA Xplod Sport Compact Racing Series know how to keep the fans entertained. At the upcoming NHRA Sport Compact World Finals at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona, no fewer than 10 drivers in five categories have a shot at winning a worl... more
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Posted Nov 22, 2007
The final race of the NHRA Sport Compact 2007 season would become the final NHRA Sport Compact race ever.
The drivers of the NHRA Xplod Sport Compact Racing Series know how to keep the fans entertained. At the upcoming NHRA Sport Compact World Finals at Auto Club Raceway at Pomona, no fewer than 10 drivers in five categories have a shot at winning a worl... more
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Posted Nov 22, 2007
A luxury event celebrating the high end lifestyle includes a VIP Auto Fashion show
VIP Auto Fashion puts on an impressive display of high end luxury and exotic vehicles at the Lux5 event in Anaheim. more
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Posted Nov 22, 2007
This year's Hot Import Nights Los Angeles Show was the biggest yet
Several new debuts came out including Pnut's G35 Sedan completely equipped with a shaved and polished bay, new paint and wheels plus more. Check out the pics, we were excited to attend! more
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Posted Nov 22, 2007
Wheel Power put on their annual BBQ this year and we head over to check out some hot Euros
Wheel Power heated up the summer by putting on a BBQ at their showroom. Plenty of Southern California's M3s, M5s and M6s showed up to put on a show. Zaino was on hand along with Eurobahn to host the BBQ. This was definitely the place to be if you wer... more
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Posted Nov 21, 2007
Once again we check out what all the Scion owners have up their sleeves
When Collin McDoogle first gave us word that Scion Evolution was holding a meet at the new Five Axis location, we couldn't wait to take a trip out there and check out what the Scion enthusiasts in So Cali had been up to. tCs, xAs and xBs were out in ... more
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Posted Nov 21, 2007
The Orange County Auto Show had a mix of OEs and aftermarket
Plenty of Southern California's hottest cars were on display at the OC Auto Show for 2006. There was an entire area dedicated to the aftermarket but the OEs shined. more
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Posted Nov 21, 2007
Paying tribute to a great automotive enthusiast
In dedication to Jon Tanji, many local enthusiasts threw a birthday meet. A laid back atmosphere with some food on the grille, many Honda enthusiasts gathered up in memory of Jon Tanji. more
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Posted Nov 21, 2007
We know that the majority of us are car junkies...but many of us love video games too!
We had a great opportunity to head to the E3 2006 show at the Los Angeles Convention Center this year. We were overwhelmed by the amount of entertainment that was on hand...we're geeks, what can we say. more
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Posted Nov 20, 2007
We take a look at something different following the Eibach Meet
At the Anaheim Convention Center was the RC Expo. Several performance cars were on display, so we decided to stop by and tinker with some toys. more
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Posted Nov 20, 2007
Once again the massive Eibach Meet was a huge success
Going off last year's successful Eibach meet, this year's was even bigger and better with more cars than ever. Hondas and other makes and models were on hand and let us just say... JDM is alive and well in Southern California! more
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Posted Nov 20, 2007
Scion owners go crazy at Irwindale Speedway in Southern California
The Scion Triathlon event features car audio, car show and drag racing. Scion owners show up for free, attend for free and participate for free. What more could you ask for? more
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Posted Nov 20, 2007
We head on over to San Diego to check out Hot Import Night's new Night Shift
For 2006, Hot Import Nights launches their all new Night Shift event. Now that Hot Import Daze was discontinued, night Shift events start a tad earlier than typical HIN events and occur outdoors. They blend drifting and show all the way to the end ... more
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Posted Nov 20, 2007
Scion owners show off their rides at this annual Scion Evolution Meet
Scion Evolution houses some of Southern California's hottest Scions and passionate owners. Each year they throw a massive meet and we headed over in our own project tC to check it all out. more
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Posted Nov 20, 2007
The 2006 season kicks off with an Import Showoff event in Chinatown
We start off the 2006 season in Chinatown Los Angeles where the first Import Showoff was held. Tons of new projects made their debut and certain trends are already established for the rest of the season. more
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Posted Nov 20, 2007
The Adult Entertainment Expo conveniently goes on during the CES show
For those that aren't aware of what AVN is or stands for, you should have no business in here! more
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Posted Nov 20, 2007
The Showoff Series brings the 2005 show season to a close with some great debuts!
As we come to an end to 2005, the Showoff Series puts on their Import Showoff show in Pomona, California. Several hot debuts made their presence known and set up for what will be a very exciting 2006 year. more
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Posted Nov 20, 2007
We head on over to the huge Honda meet at Eibach
Our first time ever heading over to the Eibach Meet in Corona, we were overwhelmed by just how many Hondas and Acuras packed their huge facility. The event coordinators definitely did a fantastic job organizing this event and we are sure to be back ... more
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Posted Nov 20, 2007
S13s, S14s and other Nissans assemble in Southern California
After visiting the So Cal Euro Meet, we take a look at some of Southern California's finest 240SXs and other Nissan models. more
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Posted Nov 20, 2007
Every year Southern California's finest Euros assemble for one hell of a show
Free for everyone, the So Cal Euro Meet is just a nice reminder of what it's all about to be part of this industry. Southern California's finest Euros assemble to show off what they've got. more
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Posted Nov 20, 2007
We head on over to Tokyo to see the largest automotive show not on the Stateside!
This year's Tokyo Auto Salon brought out many of Japan's finest. We got to see first hand the new upcoming trends in Japan and what we might expect to see on the Stateside in the near future. more
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Posted Nov 20, 2007
The 2005 LA Auto Show brought out many surprises from all the manufacturers
Even the aftermarket was on hand at the LA Auto Show and we were pleased to see the new concepts and features from the OEs. more
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Posted Nov 18, 2007
Pro FWD racer Jerrold Rhodes unveils his new Pro FWD Accord entry
Long time drag racer Jerrold Rhodes unveiled his new Pro FWD Accord at a Honda dealership in Southern California. The reskinned chassis is the former AEM FWD drag racer that sent many records with Stephan Papadakis behind the wheel. We can't wait t... more
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Posted Nov 18, 2007
The 2004 SEMA Show was full of excitement as manufacturers and companies brought out their cars and products
Some of the biggest trends at the 2004 SEMA Show included the emergence of drifting as a major outlet for manufacturers and distributors to market their companies. It was also a great place to see the abundance of Evolutions, G35s and 350Zs as they ... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This EG inspires the word cream to pop up in our head...and we'll just keep it at that
Whoever thought that one day the word ‘cream’ would describe a car? We’ve got to admit that nowadays exterior colo... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
Lexus rolls out their new sedan street cruiser, the IS-F...and we are excited
Over the next couple of days, we will be checking out Lexus' new extraordinary release the IS-F. They are also rel... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
Enjuku Racing builds this crazy convertible 350Z to make some noise at SEMA 2007
Enjuku Racing is no stranger to building cars. Having campaigned three different drift cars now in both Formula D ... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
Team Koshak collaborates with Unique Fabrication and aLL sTaR to show off at SEMA 2007
Viva Las Vegas. If you are an automotive car nut, there is no bigger event then the SEMA show that is held annuall... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
Just another fine example of what tuning a Supra is all about
Ah the Toyota Supra. One of those cars that everyone wants but very few has. Coming twin turbocharged from the fac... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This widebody Civic is another Fox Marketing production and is definitely a winner
Custom widebodied cars are the craze now. There’s no arguing or refuting that fact, just open up your eyes and you... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This Team H ybrid Accord sports plenty of modifications to take home the trophies at the shows
Representing Southern California with a customized sport compact is no easy task. Building a car to represent one ... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
Representing Team Ar-Kan in Southern California, this 350Z is one of the cleanest ones out there
Modifying cars in Southern California is no easy task. Many would argue the sport compact scene originated from he... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
We pay tribute to one of the finest EGs ever built...or will it resurface soon?
One of my biggest downfalls in life is always wanting what I can’t have. I’m sure I’m not the only one, as many of... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This Skyline from Australia has enough to make all of us jealous
The Nissan Skyline. To most of us on the stateside it’s a mythical animal that many have seen, few have touched an... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
These two are the masterminds behind the fast growing Formula Drift series
Formula D’s Ryan Sage and Jim Liaw are the masterminds and brains behind the highly successful Formula D series. T... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This decked out S2000 has catalogs full of parts from bumper to bumper
There are dozens of fairy tales we hear while growing up. Some stay in our mind for whatever reasons, and others a... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This Nissan lover continues his legacy of building Nissan projects with this S13
One thing’s for certain in life, death, taxes…and the fact that Nissan never ships America their best cars. For st... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This Subaru Legacy not only provided a great feature but plenty of entertainment
The biggest perk we have on our jobs is to meet new people from all different backgrounds and find a story behind ... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
The Tjin Edition team works together with GM on this Cobalt project
By now if you are an avid reader of Tunerzine, the Tjin Edition vehicles are no stranger to us. In fact, we take g... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
We sit down with SPFWD racer, Tony Palo and get his take on what's going on
Tony Palo is the owner and a fabricator over at T1 Race Development. He is credited with building some of the fast... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
We sit down and put Leslie Armendariz on the spot about drag racing
Leslie Durst-Armendariz campaigns the Horizon Motorsports All Motor Scion tC drag car. She is one of five racers c... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This JDM inspired GS-R is one of Northwest, I mean, the nation's finest
Honda and Acura tuning is nothing new. It’s been around for well over a decade now, and B-series are almost slowly... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This Volvo S40 is something we definitely don't see everyday
Gene Tjin is no stranger to building cars. In fact, he's known to set many trends with every car that he's ever to... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
One of the cleanest tC's we've ever come caross, this turbocharged wonder just looks so clean
Every generation of tuner has an entry level vehicle. For many of us, it was the Civic or the Integra, a relativel... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This supercharged SC430 packs a solid punch while rolling on pure luxury
There are a few things in life that are inevitable: death, taxes, and new styling designs on cars. It’s hard to ar... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
We take a look at Hybrid Performance's E92 project that debut at HIN Orlando
Hybrid Performance’s E92
Our passion for the new BMW E92 continues, as we spotlight our affiliate’s E92 project... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
Straight from Central Florida this S14 combines the best of all worlds while keeping its USDM appearance
Flying under the radar and producing plenty of power were the main traits of a Black Bomber fighter. This S14 that... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
Staring down Qwest Field, this STi is just pure in looks and performance
We have to shamefully admit that it’s been a while since we’ve featured a STi on Tunerzine.com. We’ve been so caug... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This S14 keeps things simple and clean making it the perfect daily driven S14 around
James McHugh’s 1995 240SX is what we’d like to car borderline perfect for a daily driver. McHugh took a decade plu... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This G35 Sedan has travelled down a path that very few have gone
In the world of sport compact tuning, there are a lot of innovators and a lot of enthusiasts. While we try not to ... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
As the VIP tuning trend keeps rising on the stateside this Team Emotion M45 is leading the way
One of the biggest companies to help spearhead the VIP Tuning Segment into the United States is Falken Tires. At S... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
We take our first look at an ongoing E92 project by Carrozzeria Design
One of the biggest announcements that BMW has recently made was the introduction of their 335 to the market. The n... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This IS300 from Team Solo isn't your every day street cruising sedan with baby seats
While we weren’t fortunate enough to receive a real Altezza on the stateside, Lexus’ version of the IS300 during t... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This SuperGT inspired NSX is without a doubt one of a kind on the stateside
There’s no doubt in anyone’s mind that the NSX is Acura’s flagship model. With styling that has outlasted the test... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
There's no better way to show off the work you can do but by building one hell of a project
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This completely car has been sweeping shows across the nation
Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past few years, the name TWCompetition shouldn’t be foreign to you.... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
Buddy Club builds off their success of campaigning track cars with their newest DC5 project
Some people lead, and some people follow. For the leaders, the task is simple. Stay ahead of the pack. The path to... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
One of the nicest S15s to ever hit our scene, this JIC Magic drift car made huge splashes
Drift cars come in all shapes and sizes. While most American contenders get their on what’s cheap and easily avail... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
We sit down and observe Bisi Ezerioha's newest drag production
For any of us that follow sport compact drag racing, the name Bisi should be familiar to everyone. For those aren’... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This ITB equipped EF Civic shows what it takes to build one hell of a project
In the world of Hondas it’s always a crowning achievement when you build something that is really unique in the cr... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This Supra is the result of a joint effort between close family members
Supra's are no strangers to the Tunerzine website. Having featured several before in the past, it's always a pleas... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This turbocharged S2000 show stopper is what we'd like to consider an ideal daily driver
When Honda first announced the S2000 to the world, rear wheel drive enthusiasts were overjoyed to say the least. E... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This Subaru WRX STi not only goes widebody but pulls out all the tricks from the customization catalog
When Fox Marketing builds cars, they do it big. Specializing as a marketing firm in the sport compact market, thei... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This Integra has gone through so many different configurations over the year showing complete devotion to one project
Make no mistake, for many of us enthusiasts that have been involved in the sport for an extended period of time, o... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This RX-7 owners proves that modifying imports isn't just a kid's hobby
It’s rare that we run into automotive enthusiasts past the age of 30. It’s really the truth, especially those that... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This odd combination of exterior styling made huge splashes in the Formula Drift season
In the world of drifting, the name of the game is to stand out from the crowd. Not just in performance and actual ... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
The Mugen exterior goods hints to what this Civic is all about, but realizing it's a right hand driver is the ultimate shock
With so many different ways to build a Honda these days, it’s always refreshing for us to catch sight of something... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
David Huang of Team Hybrid flexes his customization muscles with these two stunning Lexus productions
David Huang is no stranger to building Lexus IS’s. His current IS300 has been revamped several times to become the... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This right hand drive WRX came straight from Japan to attract the American enthusiasts
When looking for a perfect car to market to the masses for 2006, Charge Speed and Versus Motorsports knew they had... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This female drifter loves to put her S13 to the test, no matter how nice it looks
tZ: A quick overview about yourself - who are you and how are you involved in our industry?
KT: I was born and ... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This pristine SC430 sports Wald styling and much, much more
In the world of luxury tuning, owners often keep their cars subtle and clean with enhancements that fulfill their ... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
We take another look at a project in its infant stages but we're already impressed with the progress
In our search for something more presentable as a daily driven street vehicle, we had our good friend Brian "Boo" ... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This korean hottie has a thing for Sushi and polar bears
tz - Hi Hyonni, so you're from the Atlanta... what brings you out to California?
Hyonni - Oh I'm just working o... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
We caught sight of this MK3 Supra and couldn't get our eyes off of it
Unless you’ve been hibernating the last decade, the word Supra should ring a lot of bells. The problem is when we ... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This AWD STi has been built utilizing parts from several manufacturers to complete a perfect project
When Subaru first introduced the STi to American soil, enthusiasts across the nation was ecstatic. Finally a decen... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This article takes a look at the USDM influence over in Japan
While we may find it hard to believe that Japanese tuners would desire an American influence on building their car... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
On the outside this FD RX-7 is just plain stunning. But once you pop the hood it's plain mesmerizing.
Being that this is the very first article that Mr. Siu (Sounds official doesn’t it?) has asked me to write, I figu... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This white EK from the Southeast represents the dAng! crew well
Since we were wondering if Joey Redmond even existed anymore, we bugged the hell out of him and the cohorts at HCI... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This blonde bombshell from Florida has plenty of fans and loves to drive her Supra down the track
tZ: Hi Jessica Barton, did you know you’re really famous?
JB: Am I??? If that’s the case, I wish I was rich and... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
Staring dead at the front of this Civic EG, you can't help but wonder why it's got such a huge grin
No issue of tunerZine is really complete without a nicely done turbocharged Honda. This month, Luke Munnell was fo... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
Most automotive enthusiasts think Skyline when we hear R32, but this VW is out to remind everyone otherwise
While it may seem that we play favorites by mostly featuring imports on the website, deep down inside many of us c... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
Looking towards a new season of drifting, Enjuku Racing builds a S13.4 coupe!
As many of you have been following, Enjuku Racing’s newest addition to the team is a freshly built S13 coupe sport... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
Widebody has become all the rage but who would've expected it from a CL?
Very hardly do we run into a car that really shakes things up in the industry. Something that’s so different that ... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
The owner of this Skyline goes out of his way to enjoy every minute of it, driving it on the streets each day
Joe Galante is no stranger to building cars. Having once built a Supra that graced the cover of Super Street, it’s... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This EK was built to wreck the pavement, putting well over 450whp to the front wheels
There’s many different ways to build a car. Some people with deep pockets are able to toss thousands of dollars in... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This brilliant orange EG from Northern California is one of the most beautiful ones we've ever set our eyes on
Let’s face it, at one time or another we all had parts on our cars that we wouldn’t be caught dead with now. Just ... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
This IS300 represents Team Emotion with not just pride but excellence in execution
With the new Lexus IS250 and IS350 out, we decided to take a look back at the generation IS that first made landfa... more
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Posted Nov 17, 2007
Pioneering the way towards ridiculous figures on the Scion tC, Jamasco flexes its muscles with their turbo kit
The Scion tC’s popularity has grown beyond many of our expectations. With its release, the aftermarket quickly jum... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This M3 proved to be one of the most photogenic pieces of art we've ever shot
Some call it the Ultimate Driving Machine, but for those that own one - the stock BMW M3 just isn’t enough. With t... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This brilliant EK has transformed over the years to become this street cruiser you see today
Let’s face it. No matter how many times we see a nice, clean Honda we can’t help but stop and notice. Devin LeFeve... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Carrozzeria Designs teams up with Hamann to make this gorgeous E90 a dream come true
The BMW 3-series is one of the most tuned European chassis out there. Every few years BMW changes up the exterior ... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This RX-7 has been styled and refinished with a touch of Japanese creativity and Endless opportunities
Over the years it has become more and more difficult to set your car apart from the crowd. Insane paint colors and... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Subaru WRX doesn't look like much on the outside, but Batlground Engineering has packed plenty of heat under the hood
Batlground Engineering is known to build some crazy high horsepower vehicles. From their racing experience in the ... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This RX-7 is a perfect look at how originality and creativity can go a long way in completing a project
Contrasting the look of the Endless RX-7 that we’re also featuring this month is a Florida conversion that really ... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Don't let the extra length of this car fool you, it may be hauling groceries but it's hauling it FAST
Something we don’t see everyday are completely tuned wagons. Looked more as grocery getters and family cars, wagon... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This black and gold themed hatch demands attention from its massive front mount intercooler
Let’s face it, no matter how many EG hatchbacks we see and how many we feature, there will always be more that are... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Companies team up to build this unique Saturn Ion to be given away
For those that actually pay attention to everything that happens on tunerZine, you’ll notice we’ve been advertisin... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Customizing whiz kid Neil Tjin joins the Scion ranks by building this wide body tC
Neil Tjin is a man of many mysteries. From his selection of paint color on his project cars to his sexual preferen... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Silk Road preps their AE86 with a Japanese style anticipating some drifting action in D1
The AE86 is one of those universal cars that everyone can look at and admire, if not appreciate. With plenty of hi... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This female Hot Rod racer is out to set records and take home Wallys
TZ: First things first, can you tell me a bit about yourself: Age, Where you were born, where you live now if diff... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
420rwhp, 450rwtq and 74,000 miles. Testament to Toyota performance? We think so!
Ever since Toyota discontinued the Supra, less and less of them are being seen on the street. At the same time how... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Civic has gone way out of its way to set itself apart from the crowd, making it absolutely untouched
Years have gone by since the very first B series engine swap was made into an EG chassis. Since then, it’s almost ... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Custom paint and a catalog of aesthetic modifications makes this Accord one of the cleanest out there
One of the lesser modified chassis out of Hondas camp in the past decade would arguably have to be the Accord. Fit... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Florida built Audi TT is pristine in condition and exemplary in quality
For the foreigners that don’t reside in sunny Ft. Lauderdale Florida, visiting the city is always the center of a ... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This retina burning Civic EK hatch packs a huge punch in a small package
Prior to Honda’s announcement of the EP3 chassis, the 96-00 EK hatchback was the weapon of choice. A departure fro... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This production from All Version Motoring strays away from their normal Honda habits
Nissan enthusiasts nationwide have one big gripe - America does not have an S15. Sure, a few years ago many of the... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Integra campaigns in the Hot Rod class, earning itself a nickname of Goldmember
tZ: Eric A.K.A. Goldmember, give us a brief history about your racing career
GM:I started watching while making... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
...Jack be quick, this FD3S RX-7 gets its nickname from its shade of grey
Even though Mazda has given us the RX-8, the true enthusiasts’ love still lies within the RX-7. There’s just absol... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Bay Area Prelude is one of the cleanest around, filled with JDM goods oozing out of every door jam
No arguing that out of all the Honda chassis out there, the Prelude is the least seen and modified. As many of us ... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Boosting the coveted B18C5 to a whole new level
Leading up to 1997, many Americans could only sit and drool over the Integra Type-Rs that graced the pages of our ... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Though the EP3 wasn't received with lots of love in our industry, several tuners still made it their own passion
When the EP3 hatchback was announced, a lot of controversy was started as this successor of the popular Civic hatc... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Another Texas production, this RSX prowls the streets with a huge intercooler as an indicator that it's far from stock
As more people are investing time and money transplanting the K series motor into the Civic hatchbacks, people act... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This EG was raised on the track, but has turned to the new K to power itself through the twisties
This isn’t the first time we’ve come across a K-series swapped hatchback. The truth is more and more people are in... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Building a car in California is no easy task - especially when you want to stay within the boundaries of the la
Building a nice car in California has surely become more of a difficult task each and every year. Strict emission ... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
We take a look at Mazworx, a custom fabrication shop in Orlando Florida
Coming off several dominating seasons in the Pro Street Tire categories in both NHRA and NOPI NDRA, Mark Mazurowsk... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
While we commonly see hatchbacks from the EG family, this coupe not only looks great but is fast as hell!
It’s hard to believe that it’s been over a decade since Honda last produced the 92-95 Honda Civic body style. Carr... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Ford Focus has transformed itself from borrowing hatchback to widebody wonder
The Ford Focus was without a doubt the answer to the demand for a sport compact domestic. Sporty with a decently e... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Wheel Power equips their E46 sedan by going wide with Hamann
Pushing the Envelope is something that Wheel Power has grown accustomed to. So when presented with a stock plain as... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This S13 transformed from total S#@box to garnering more attention than strippers
Let’s face it - there’s more S13s coming out of the woodwork now than ever. What’s like the Civics and Integras pre... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Integra keeps it simple and clean but has its fair share of JDM goods to be a rising star
Sometimes, simple is the best recipe. There is an age old methodology, that uses an acronym to state this K.I.S.S. ... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This G35 represents Team Solo in Central Florida and does it in wild fashion
The G35 is unquestionably one of the hottest cars out there right now. Rear wheel drive with the potent VQ engine h... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
We take a look at one of Southern California's premiere high end retail shops
Every Shoreline Motoring employee is driven by a passion for performance vehicle's. Such a passion can only be appr... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Civic earns its nickname in an unorthodox fashion
When Honda changed the Civic in 1996, everyone had mixed opinions about the changes made. It didn’t take long for i... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Bomex has become notorious on the stateside for their Engrish motto, but that didn't bother this S13
As S13s become more and more popular, it’s becoming harder to differentiate yourself from the rest of the crowd. It... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Bullitt Edition Mustang exemplifies what automotive tuning is all about
Before 2001, Ford only offered the Mustang Cobra model above the GT, which sold for 20-30% higher premium. Ford rea... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Integra may seem subtle from the exterior but its trips on the weekends have a hidden agenda
While some people build their Hondas or Acuras for drag or show, some people focus on their suspension to tear up t... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Wes Bourne builds a daily version of an already dominating and notorious Street Drag Supra
With the growing popularity of Titan Motorsports and their Street Tire class Supra, it was only a matter of time be... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Evolution VIII combines color combinations with Chargespeed styling to make a solid car
The Mitsubishi Evolution 8 is without a doubt one of the most complete vehicles that is available on the market rig... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Civic Sedan travels down its own road, settings its own style
It’s without a doubt that Civic Sedans don’t exactly rule the market. It’s simply not the easiest thing to modify w... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Do-Luck preps up the new 350Z and shows off what they're all about
Do Luck, becoming a brand name in the recent years, has dominated the market of building one-off project cars. From... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
A look at the dawn of a new project car, representing Subarus everywhere
Having a modified car in New York isn’t always the easiest of tasks. tunerZine.com spotted this clean older style S... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Scion xB combines the best of all worlds and perfectly represents what the Scion moniker is all about
When the Scion xB was introduced to the market, its boxlike style raised eyebrows everywhere. With the crazy quickl... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Nissan 350Z didn't want just want turbo, it opted for twins
The tried and true Nissan Z series never seems to let us down. The affordable price, sleek styling, and performance... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This 99 EK Civic Hatchback goes for the stealth look but packs plenty of go
When Honda announced their typical 4-year chassis change to the Civic hatchback, a lot of people questioned the sty... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Some people believe that some cars just weren't made to be customized...others prove them wrong
At mere mention, the names of some cars simply stir the soul. The Nissan Sentra is not usually one of those cars. H... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This DC2 prefers to get its high on life through natural aspiration
With the entire JDM craze on the Integras, it’s always nice to see someone still representing the USDM "bug eye" lo... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This 997 Cabrio has received a full overhaul in Techart products striaght off the lot!
The Porsche name carries more prestige than some can ever imagine. With its announcement earlier this year, curiosi... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This convertible S13 is a shiny pink and we love it!
Always in the search for something above and beyond the norm, tunerZine.com finally spotted this S13 coupe in a con... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Poking towards 200whp, this Civic makes all of us green with envy
Getting close to 200whp out of a Civic is still a daunting and impressive task these days. In my opinion there is s... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This 350Z has just scratched the surface in customization but we're already lovin' it
Checking out an unfamiliar territory to tunerZine, we headed up to northeast to see what they had to offer. As we c... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This clean white EG represents what the Honda community is all about
We all know what the JDM craze is all about now. Even at this point we can’t stop appreciating extremely cleanly bu... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Type-R provides the inspiration we need to go back to our roots
The Type-R has always been a personal favorite of ours. With its balanced suspension and high revv’ing engine paire... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This DSM represents from the cold Northeast and does it well
It seems like only yesterday that the huge DSM vs. Honda feud took the sport compact scene by storm. It’s almost a ... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
One of Honda's least valued chassis, the Prelude still has a loyal fan following
Before the BB6 Prelude body style was rolled off the Honda show room floor, the previous style got its fair share o... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
We take a look at the fine features in this PS2 bred racer
With the launch of Gran Turismo 4, car enthusiasts across America lined up with their steering wheels and memory ca... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
It may be over a decade old but this VW Golf is packing some heat
Some hardcore Euro fans just know how to stick to their roots. Garrett Goodman couldn’t part with his ’92 VW Golf G... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
We speak to James Innes on what it's like to manage a race car
This time around we wanted to interrogate someone that helps put everything together when it comes to racing. James... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
We take a look at one of Honda's finest chassis that's sadly been discontinued
In our swarm of Honda celebration this month, we couldn’t help but focus on one of the chassis that started it all ... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Si is a fine example of why one shouldn't mess with Texas
With all the huge craze of the Turbo 4 and Sport FWD classes, more and more daily driven FWD cars are getting faste... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This RX-7 doesn't represent an angel in disguise, it's pure evil despite its white shade
There are very few cars out there that the vast majority of enthusiasts would universally enjoy in terms of styling... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
Our very own Greg Deese shows off his car building skills
The 240sx craze is sweeping the nation by storm and as more and more people begin to build S-chassis cars, it’s get... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This two tone Golf represents a European community of style and individuality
Contrasting the 1992 VW Golf we have featured in this issue as well, is a custom 2001 VW Golf sporting a two tone p... more
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Posted Nov 16, 2007
This Evolution VIII is one of the cleanest we've set our eyes on
With the ultimate release of the Evolution VIII on the stateside, it was only a matter of time before owners found ... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Paying tribute to a real world tuner that is as meticulous as it gets
Let’s face it. In the sport compact market there’s very few cars left that we can definitely call extremely origina... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
This Honda finds new motivation to tear up its front wheels thanks to a turbo upgrade
When Honda reintroduced the Si to the Civic lineup in 99-00, the coupe form received mixed emotions from enthusiast... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Being part of one of Southern California's most elite teams isn't an easy task
In the land of Euros, they’re mostly dominated by Audis, BMWs and VWs. Often times in the spotlight we see the more... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Our own photographer Leh Keen doubles up as a driver and gives us a personal look
Leh Keen’s Porsche is pretty much top secret stuff. It’s tuned and built to road race and Keen pilots it like a bat... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Taking a look at the "Urban Legend" prior to its public release
TZ: Well the Urban Legend is finally ready to go for the 2005 season (or close to it) - care to elaborate on where ... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
This 350Z is the perfect display of all around customization goodness
As we enter the 2005 season, one thing’s for sure: Hondas are no longer going to be dominating the scene. The 350Z ... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
This devilish RX-7 looks menacing from the front, side and rear
Rotary and turbocharged power is what the Mazda RX-7 is all about. Tony Ha of San Antonio Texas enjoyed both of the... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
All the way from Austrlia, this R33 GTS-T was captured by none other than Easton Chang
The Nissan Skyline is arguably one of the most sought after vehicles not only in the media portion of the industry,... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Taking time to pay tribute to a fellow car enthusiast
It’s funny how many of us can be brought together just over the passion and love for cars. I personally met Paul So... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
We take a look at BDL Industries, formerly known as STR
For many years now, STR has paved the way in innovative product design and has been a major sponsor in dominating s... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
This S2000 went out and stocked up on plenty of JDM goods
Contrasting the other S2000 that we are featuring this month, this 2001 S2K has taken the all motor route, slamming... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
We take a trip into the past as this DA Integra blends in past and present customization
The DA-series Integra has always been one of my past time favorites. Its simple and clean lines with the right comb... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
What better way to add to the performance of 240hp? Throw on a turbo!
The F20C motor - 2.0L, 240hp of high revving fun stuck in a perfectly balanced handling roadster. More popularly kn... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Hamann and Wheel Power team up to build this killer Z4
Heading over to the great guys at Wheel Power Inc, I knew I was in for another Hamann decked out BMW. When I pulled... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
We sit down and chat with John Ferguson, driver of a SPFWD Civic Coupe
TZ: Hey John, let's start off with the basics - what got you into racing and what was your first so called street c... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Showing no limits and no boundaries, this G35 is more like a street hovercraft
Having previously owned an Infiniti G35 Coupe myself, I knew exactly how great and complete of a vehicle it is from... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
This widebody high horsepower Porsche doesn't stop for anyone
Here’s something we definitely don’t see everyday. When Kevin Luc (aka Aznkid) first showed me this car I couldn’t ... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Simple and clean this A4 sets the tone for European styling on the stateside
Heading out to the Southern California Euro Meet, I had anticipated a lot of potential feature cars. Prior to the e... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
This E46 3-Series found a new way to cruise the streets of Canada
As a huge fan of the E46 3 series, I love feasting my eyes on feature worthy ones. Covered in the exotic Topaz Blue... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Taking a tour through American suspension manufacturer, Hotchkis Performance
As I did some study on who to feature next in our industry spotlight, I turned to Hotchkis Tuning in Southern Calif... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
What better way to complement your track car than with a decked out support truck?
This month's editor's choice is something completely different. While checking out Hotchkis's facility, I spotted t... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
JDM influence with drift inspired performance, this S13 Coupe is a definite neck breaker
As drifting gains popularity and sweeps across America, more and more tuners are purchasing cheap 240sx's and prepp... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
The owner of this Type-R just couldn't have enough performance and took matters into his own hands
When the Integra Type-R was first released in 1997, FWD enthusiasts like me instantly fell in love. With near perfe... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
This RSX comes from Ottawa Canada and has its fair share of secrets
From 1994 to 2001 the Acura Integra dominated the scene. With its potent B18 motor and stylish figure, the Integra ... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Hotchkis flexes its suspension skills by building one crazy road racer
Race bred and suspension driven, John Hotchkis aspired to build a road race Celica to market his suspension compone... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Individual Throttle Bodies...check, built B series...check, high horsepower...oh yeah!
The EG6 chassis code has become more and more popular as the years go on. A chassis that dates back to 1992, that g... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Bringing a little sunshine to the rainy Northwest
Once the Supra was discontinued along with the MR2, many enthusiasts wondered about the fate of Toyota’s sports car... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Hotchkis turns towards European tuning for a handling machine
Specializing in suspension products, Hotchkis Performance / Tuning decided to tackle down the european market and p... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Keeping it simple, keeping it clean...this Supra means business
As Supra owners begin to notice the aging in their beloved vehicles, many enthusiasts set goals to rebuild them and... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
This almighty Supra continues to make a buzz a decade after its release
The almighty Supra has hit once again on tunerZine. This time it’s not a tame black Supra with stock body lines, it... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Transforming a mundane sedan commuter to turbocharged wonder
When the IS300 was first introduced in the states, avid fans of the Japanese-spec Altezza were sorely disappointed.... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Showing off what you can pack when it comes to customization
When it comes to show cars these days, if you don’t have a multimedia system in your car, your chances of going hom... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
This pristine G35 was one of the first out on the show circuit
For the past several years, Nissan laid dormant with their sports cars and their sport coupes. Most recently howeve... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
A look at the minds and the facility behind this parts manufacturer
As I visited and wandered around LA I scoped out some candidates for some feature shop footage. When I found Injen,... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
We're just suckers for four door Integras with JDM front ends
I'm going to refer to the owner of this car as Bunmango. I prefer to use his alias rather than his real name, becau... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
A look at where less is more
While scouting around for cars on Honda-Tech, Arbi sent me a PM with a pic of his 5 series. Being euro nuts ourselv... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Simple upgrades and killer wheels set this S2000 apart from the crowd
When Honda introduced the S2000 in 2000, everyone was stoked about the work of art they had produced. Not only did ... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Taking Japan's finest one step further
The NSX. One of Japan's most exotic looking vehicles, and quite honestly one of the most beautiful cars period. It'... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
This duo of right hand drive wonders packs a real unique appeal
After making a post on Honda-Tech.com for cars to shoot, I got PMs, emails, and IMs of cars in all shapes and sizes.... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Female own, female driven, female built
Scooby - a word that is being heard more and more in the sport compact world. As Subarus become more popular in all ... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
This South Florida black beauty means business
The Supra - one of the greatest cars ever created. With RWD Turbocharged power, the Supra is still arguably one of t... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Perfecting and completing the journey to JDM heaven
With the ever growing craze of JDM developing throughout the nation, it's always hard to set yourself apart from the... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Skunk2 goes back to paving the way in All Motor Madness
Several years ago, Skunk2 ran an Integra with a DC2 shell that just dominated the all motor classes at drag racing e... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
This B18C5 powered Coupe prowls the streets of Southern California
As I sit at LAX awaiting my flight to Vegas for SEMA, I look back at all the crazy stuff that had gone on the past t... more
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Posted Nov 15, 2007
Injen Technology goes straight to tuning the Evolution VIII
When the Evolution 8 hit the stateside, everyone knew that this was going to be one hot tuner car on the market. Inj... more
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