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Getting There is Half the Battle

Discover how a turbocharger and Banks performance upgrades can transform your driving experience. This expert review highlights the impressive performance gains and towing capabilities achieved with a turbocharged Wrangler Rubicon and a Banks-equipped Ram 3500. From conquering mountain passes to effortlessly hauling heavy loads, this setup delivers unmatched power and efficiency.

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Building the Banks Sidewinder Jeep for a 4×4 Marathon

Upgrade Your Jeep Wrangler for Ultimate Off-Road Dominance

Dreaming of conquering rugged terrain? Transform your Jeep Wrangler into an off-road powerhouse with expert upgrades. From turbocharging your engine with the Banks Sidewinder kit to fortifying your drivetrain with G2 chromoly axleshafts and Yukon Gear locking hubs, this guide reveals essential modifications for tackling the toughest trails. Discover how to maximize power, durability, and performance as you embark on your off-road adventures.

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CarCast with Adam Carolla: featuring Gale Banks!

Want to unlock more power and performance from your car, truck, or even diesel beast? Join automotive legends Adam Carolla, Matt D’andria, and Gale Banks (“The Godfather of Turbocharging”) on the CarCast podcast! This episode dives deep into Gale’s latest innovations at Banks Power, offering insights for anyone looking to upgrade their vehicle. Gearheads, truck enthusiasts, and racing aficionados, this is one you can’t miss. Head to carcastshow.com to listen or watch!

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Formula SAE at Michigan International Speedway

Calling all gearheads! Witness the future of automotive engineering at the Formula SAE competition! California State Polytechnic University, Pomona’s team is pushing the limits of design and innovation. See how their student-built race car stacks up against the competition!

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Banks PowerHouse

Unleash your engine’s full potential with professional installation by the engineers who designed them! Banks PowerHouse installation center in Azusa, California offers expert service for all Banks performance parts. Though the showroom is currently closed, call (800) 601-8072 to schedule your installation and upgrade your vehicle’s power and efficiency today!

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Freightliner on SAE website

Banks Power’s Super-Turbo Freightliner Cascadia is redefining trucking. This groundbreaking vehicle, showcased at the SEMA Show, combines raw power with cutting-edge technology. Engineered for peak performance and efficiency, the Cascadia serves as a testbed for future innovations like hybrid systems and alternative fuels. Imagine a truck that’s not only faster but also cleaner and more fuel-efficient. Learn how Banks Power is pushing the boundaries of automotive engineering.

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School of Hot Rod Radio

Gale Banks, a renowned automotive innovator, recently appeared on the School of Hot Rod podcast. The podcast delved into Banks’ career, discussing record-breaking achievements, innovative technologies, and the passion for performance that drives his company. The episode offers valuable insights into the world of high-performance automotive engineering and the legacy of Banks Power.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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