The Science of Intercoolers
Intercoolers have been around for a long time. In automotive and aircraft use, they’re used to reduce the intake charge temperature on turbocharged and supercharged engines. The
August 31, 2013
Jalopnik says Banks on it
Gearheads Rejoice! Did You Know This Man Beat the Bugatti Veyron to 250 MPH…Decades Ago?
Forget million-dollar hypercars! Dive into the story of Gale Banks, the engineering mastermind who achieved supercar performance in a Firebird – way back in 1986. This Jalopnik article explores his achievements and why every gearhead should know his name.
August 22, 2013
Smoking Tire podcast
Gale is a featured guest on the widely popular and often times, irreverent, Smoking Tire Podcast.
Gale is a featured guest on the widely popular and often times, irreverent, Smoking Tire Podcast. And, this week joining Gale at the round table is Dan Neil of the Wall Street Journal. Many across the country enjoy Neil’s Rumble Seat column in the Journal.
The conversation between the two of them lasted nearly two hours and included such topics as Mike Ryan’s Banks Super-Turbo Pikes Peak Freightliner, Class-8 semi truck fuel economy and emissions, Banks StraightShot Methanol Water injection, design and its many applications, Jay Leno’s Tank car, diesel history, and Dan’s continued quest to drive a Banks powered vehicle at the Bonneville Salt Flats.
Don’t miss this rare opportunity to hear Gale and Dan “motor” for two hours straight.
The Podcast can be heard at The Smoking Tire.com and ShoutEngine.com, it goes up at about 2:00 am Wednesday, 8/21.
UPDATE: The show is up on ShoutEngine.com
The in-studio gang from The Smoking Tire podcast—going counterclockwise starting at the bottom right are Matt Farah, Producer of The Smoking Tire.com; Gale Banks, Founder/CEO of Gale Banks Engineering; Dan Neil, writer for The Wall Street Journal; Thad Brown, cameraman for The Smoking Tire; Zack Klapman, writer/producer for The /Drive Network; and Chris Hayes, Founder/CEO of Shout Engine.
August 19, 2013
UNPARALLELED POWER
When engines are so strong they can even make a HMMWV move quickly, you know Gale Banks is behind them. HE’S AN ENGINE MASTERMIND.Gale Banks knows how
August 1, 2013
Hooniverse Podcast
Legendary Engine Tuner Gale Banks Shares Insights on the Hooniverse Podcast
Engine enthusiast? Join us as we delve into the world of high-performance engines with the legendary Gale Banks. From marine engines to speed records and the iconic GMC Syclone, Banks has revolutionized the automotive industry. Tune in to the Hooniverse Podcast, Episode 21, to hear firsthand from this industry titan.
July 31, 2013
Hot Rodding-Aftermarket Pioneer Gale Banks
Dive into an exclusive interview with Gale Banks, a legend in the hot rod and aftermarket industry! Learn how this turbo and diesel guru changed the way we think about performance and the exciting potential of diesel power plants in the future of automotive engineering.
July 31, 2013
Automotive legend has changed the face of the industry
Gale Banks makes front-page news, talking about racing, the military, and what it took to get where he is.
July 30, 2013
Semi Truck: Banks Freightliner Super Turbo Pikes Peak Truck
Banks Power is pushing the boundaries of diesel performance with their innovative Super-Turbo engine, combining a supercharger and a turbocharger for maximum power and efficiency. This cutting-edge technology was showcased in Mike Ryan’s Freightliner race truck, aiming to break records at the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb. While the 2013 attempt faced weather challenges, the Super-Turbo engine demonstrated incredible potential and paved the way for future advancements in diesel power.
July 2, 2013
Semi Truck: Banks Freightliner Super Turbo Pikes Peak Truck
Supercharger + Turbo = Pikes Peak record?
July 1, 2013
Banks 4.0L Sidewinder Turbo system
The goal of the Banks Power 4.0L Sidewinder Turbo system was to improve low- and mid-range torque for increased power on the trail and improved drivability on the pavement. Did they get it right?
July 1, 2013