Banks “Rat Rod” Shop Truck
How the Banks Race Shop modified its twin-turbo “Rat Rod” pickup for the Hot Rod Magazine Power Tour
July 31, 2005
23.6 MPG from a Truck that Runs 222 MPH!
Want More Power AND Better Gas Mileage? It’s Possible!
Banks Power’s Sidewinder Dakota, the world’s fastest pickup truck at 222 mph, achieved an impressive 23.6 mpg during the grueling Hot Rod Power Tour. This powerhouse proves you can upgrade your vehicle for increased performance without sacrificing fuel economy. The secret lies in optimized airflow, a key principle behind Banks’ products that deliver both power gains and efficiency improvements of 10-20% for many customers.
July 28, 2005
The World’s First Road Racing Pickup Truck
Gearheads, rejoice! Banks Power unveils the world’s first diesel-powered road racing truck, the D-Max Type-R. This innovative machine boasts a twin-turbocharged Duramax engine for superior torque and fuel efficiency, promising to revolutionize endurance racing with fewer pit stops and quicker corner exits. Buckle up and follow the build progress on Bankspower.com!
July 6, 2005
Air Travel Hell: Hot Rod Magazine Power Tour (Pre-Tour)
Upgrading your ride can turn a stressful journey into a smooth cruise. Avoid cramped legroom, unreliable shuttles, and noisy neighbors with a powerful, fuel-efficient vehicle. The Hot Rod Magazine Power Tour showcases tricked-out cars and trucks that are built for performance and comfort. Check back for more details on how to transform your car into a road warrior!
June 4, 2005
A Ragin’ Good Read
Stock Dodge Dominates Baja 1000: Can Your Truck Handle It? [Baja 1000, Off-Road Racing, Dodge Trucks]
Believe it or not, a near-stock Dodge truck conquered the legendary Baja 1000! Read how Kent Kroeker’s street-legal Dodge raced 1,000 grueling miles, finishing 3rd in class against factory-backed teams. This Four Wheeler article explores the secrets behind his success, offering valuable insights for off-road enthusiasts looking to push their trucks to the limit. Upgrade your ride and unleash its potential – read the full story now!
May 2, 2005
Mastering Teamwork at the Baja 1000
Banks Power teams up with Kent Kroeker and his KORE racing Dodge Ram.
April 30, 2005
A Trip To The Toy Shop
Unleash the Beast: Banks Power’s Race Shop Develops Cutting-Edge Performance Parts for Your Ride. Want to upgrade your car or truck to its peak potential? Look no further than Banks Power’s Race Shop. Our team of engineers and fabricators push the limits of performance, developing world-class racing parts that translate into real power for your everyday vehicle.
April 22, 2005
Boost in a Crate… It’s a V8
Gale Banks Engineering’s Twin-Turbo Small-Block Chevrolet V8: 1,115 HP @ 100 OCTANE/815 HP @ 91 OCTANE
February 1, 2005
Donahoe Racing Baja 1000 Ford Super-Duty Race Truck
Baja 1000 Ford Power Stroke, with Gale driving and Bob Bower navigating, they finish first leg out of Ensenada on schedule but the power kills the drivetrain
January 1, 2005
Banks Sidewinder GMC Sierra
The World’s First Roadracing Diesel Pickup, Banks GMC Sierra is another in a string of racing vehicles created to display both Banks high engineering standards for the creation of all its products and the innovative nature of the company as a whole.
January 1, 2005