A topical in-depth exploration of events, trends and culture as interpreted by the editorial staff at Down Shift Magazine.
While the path to forced induction for most SC owners has been the tried and true 1JZ-GTE engine swap others have opted for a less conventional path to big power; the Mk4 Supra 2JZ-GTE swap. […]
The Lexus SC300/400 is often overlooked as a tuner platform; it’s perfectly comfortable if not mundane in it’s naturally-aspirated US-Spec but the JDM version (Soarer) was awesomely empowered via a forced-induction Mk4 Supra-esque 1JZ-GTE power-plant. […]
This week’s video only seemed appropriate given our current focus on the Hyundai Genesis Coupe and our particular fondness of the Rhys Millen Racing drift car. […]
We wrap up our week dedicated to the venerable Hyundai Genesis Coupe with some race photography from the 2012 USTCC Season Opener… […]
It wasn’t all that long ago that we were all laughing at Hyundais, in fact Kanye West’s 2005 hit rap-song Gold Digger probably summed things up perfectly when it lamented the woes of an NFL player beleaguered […]
The Mini Coupé was unveiled in June 2011 and formally launched at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2011. This smaller and more aggressive Mini is the first two-seat offering from the iconic British/German auto manufacturer and offers enthusiasts improved performance and handing in addition to increased cargo capacity over the standard hatch. […]
Based in Mesa, Arizona, RSR Motorsports has been a strong presence in the ST class of the Continental Tire Challenge since the team’s first entry into the series during 2007. […]
This week while the world’s attention is still on the Olympic Games in London, we’re focusing our attention on another British icon; the no-nonsense and completely fun Mini Cooper. […]
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