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 Pioneering the Tuner Car
In 1983 the American Turbocar Corporation (a sub-brand of Banks) was born. The venture was a direct result of GM’s production of “F” bodies.
January 6, 2023
Top 5 Podcasts of 2022
As we wrap up 2022, we look back at the top 5 podcast episodes from Speed School. We’ve learned and laughed a lot.
December 30, 2022
Top 5 Videos of 2022
As 2022 wraps up, we take a look back at our top 5 videos of 2022. We racked up millions of views, and made memorable moments.
December 30, 2022
LokJaw visits DMAX plant
LokJaw visits the new DMAX plant in Ohio. Our supercharged Duramax-powered Chevy pickup made a surprise visit to the new Brookville, Ohio factory. We were honored to
September 2, 2022
Bonneville Beauty Shots
In 1988 a book simply titled “Bonneville Salt Flats” was published. The book showcases some of the fastest vehicles. The Banks Bonneville Beauty aka the Pontiac Tran
August 19, 2022
CK Truck Magazine: LokJaw
This article about LokJaw originally appeared in CK Truck Magazine, and was written by Fuelish Media. Best known for specializing in performance products for both consumers and
August 11, 2022
Diesel Hot Wheels?
Recently, we went to the Hot Wheels Legends Tour to see if it was worthy of becoming the next Hot Wheels toy. If chosen, LokJaw would be
August 5, 2022
Hot Wheels Comes to Life!
LokJaw, our supercharged Duramax-powered ’66 Chevy, along with some of the most incredible cars ever created were on display as Hot Wheels came to life. Legends 2022
July 29, 2022
First Startup of Supercharged Duramax
The first startup of the Supercharged Duramax in LokJaw finally happened! “I’ve never had an engine that responds like this,” says Gale Banks with a smile from
July 22, 2022