Time Machine Archives

Banks Breaks Speed Record an a Driveway

Uncover the hidden history of automotive greatness on a 4.1-mile Route 66 driveway! Learn how a humble stretch of pavement became the proving ground for legendary cars like the 700-horsepower Trans Am that shattered speed records. Discover the captivating story behind Gale Banks, the turbocharging pioneer, and his record-breaking run with Car and Driver. Experience the thrill of automotive history and get inspired to upgrade your ride!

July 12, 2024

Gale Banks History for Sale

A complete Gale Banks Marine Chevy big block twin-turbo system recently went up for sale! Tyler Ackroyd is reluctantly letting this piece of history go. “I don’t

January 5, 2024

Time Machine: Automotive Hall of Fame

On January 25, 2009, Gale Banks received a Distinguished Service Citation from The Automotive Hall of Fame. This citation is Hall of Fame’s oldest ongoing recognition and

September 5, 2023

MADE IN THE USA Top Alcohol Funny Car

Gale Banks, racing isn’t really seen as a chance to flex muscles and brag about who’s the fastest or most powerful. Take his 1988 project vehicle MADE IN THE USA top alcohol funny car.

April 21, 2023

Rare Firebird Rises from the Ashes

This is a pretty rare Firebird find. Rob Youngblood gave us a call to see if we had any information on his 1983 Pontiac Firebird.

April 7, 2023

Vintage Banks Truck Concept

As you can see from the video above, this is a “vintage” VHS recording of a local morning news broadcast about a vintage Banks Truck.

March 31, 2023

Hurry Round Hondo Had How Much Power?

Hurry Round Hondo was a joint venture between Gale Banks and Peggy Brendell. The Banks-powered twin-turbo hydro boat produced a 1800 hp!

March 10, 2023

The Banks Sidewinder Dakota on the Salt Flats.

The Record-Breaking Banks Sidewinder Dakota

In 1999, Banks and Cummins set out to break the land speed record for diesel trucks at the Bonneville Salt Flats with the Dakota Sidewinder.

March 6, 2023

American Turbocar pioneered the tuner car

American Turbocar Pioneering the Tuner Car

The goal of American Turbocar was to make cars for a small percentage of car elitists. They wanted to offer the kind of performance offered back in the days when Carroll Shelby was making Cobras. Because of the immense power outputs of the cars, they require competent owners with experience.

Banks’ American Turbocar Corp. started the Turbo Tuner craze and landed on the cover of Car & Driver. The cover showcased the 700-horsepower Banks twin-turbo GT Pontiac Trans Am. Additionally, the car was tested and proven by Car & Driver, the article was a rave review. For the few who had the experience, the ability, and the where-with-all, ATC offered a line of tuner cars that were considered “world-class” by any standard.

January 6, 2023

1978 Turbochargers Book

Unleash superior power and efficiency with Gale Banks and Hugh Machlnnes’ definitive guide to turbochargers! Discover how this duo transformed the forced induction landscape, from Gale’s pioneering marine applications to their collaborative book “Turbochargers,” the go-to manual for enthusiasts worldwide. This excerpt targets the key terms “turbochargers,” “forced induction,” and “Gale Banks” to capture relevant search traffic.

December 2, 2022

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