Late-Breaking News
Diesel World magazine gives an update on the industry, including the NHRDA event where the Banks S-10 had a 7.77 at 180 mph run.
June 30, 2009
Crazy Magazine Stunt
Unleash the Beast: A Pontiac Trans Am’s Epic 200mph Desert Run
Ever dreamed of pushing your car to its absolute limits? In the early ’80s, Car and Driver magazine and Gale Banks Engineering embarked on a thrilling quest to build a street-legal supercar capable of 200mph. Their weapon of choice: a twin-turbocharged Pontiac Trans Am. This high-octane adventure took place on a remote, straight desert road, resulting in record-breaking speeds, engine overhauls, and a surprise encounter with a shotgun-wielding local. Discover the adrenaline-pumping story behind this automotive legend and explore the potential of your own vehicle.
May 11, 2009
Stock intake manifold vs. Banks Big Hoss
Gale Banks compares the stock Duramax intake manifold to the Banks Big Hoss manifold. The stock manifold has several design flaws that restrict airflow, including sharp bends, small passages, and restrictive chambers. The Banks Big Hoss manifold addresses these limitations with a more efficient design, larger passages, and smoother airflow paths. This improved airflow allows for higher engine performance and efficiency.
March 26, 2009
This Just In From Jay Leno’s Garage
Gale takes the Sidewinder S-10 drag truck over to Jay Leno’s for some fun and burnouts. Burbank, California March 21, 2009 – When Jay Leno calls from
March 20, 2009
S-10 Project Overview Update
Azusa, Calif. – – The Banks Sidewinder S-10 Duramax pickup just gets faster every time it runs! And on Saturday March 7, the dark red truck with
March 9, 2009
The World’s Quickest Diesel Pickup Breaks New Ground
The words “fast” and “diesel” aren’t commonly spoken in the same breath. Diesel trucks, the Clydesdales of the truck world, have always been one-dimensional work trucks, clattering
January 1, 2009
Never Satisfied Time to Upgrade
Joe Burnside and his son Joey are never satisfied to leave things alone.
December 5, 2008
One-On-One With Gale Banks
Straight Talk With the Man Largely Identified as the Creator of the Diesel Aftermarket
February 1, 2008
Clean Speed
Diesel Power Magazine takes a look inside the world’s quickest and fastest diesel pickup.
February 1, 2008
Atom is da Bomb! or How to Distort Your Face in Under Three Seconds
Upgrade Your Ride: Unleash the Power Within
Craving an adrenaline rush? Look no further than the Brammo Ariel Atom. This lightweight speedster, powered by a supercharged GM Ecotec engine, delivers a heart-pounding 0-60 in just 2.8 seconds. But that’s just the beginning. Banks is pushing the boundaries of performance with modified Ecotec engines, promising even more power and versatility for everything from sandrails to hot rods. Ready to ditch the gas-guzzling V8? Join the future of automotive performance with high-powered, fuel-efficient options.
April 18, 2007