Gale Banks joins the Automotive X Prize team
The X PRIZE Foundation looked to Gale for advice on laying down the rules and guidelines for the Automotive X PRIZE. Gale is playing a part in
November 30, 2007
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Jay Leno’s Ultimate Hot Rod
What happens when you leave a Korean War tank engine sitting too close to the hot rod that you parked over at Gale Banks Engineering?
October 31, 2007
Safe At Any Speed
When I started in 1958, all engine tuning was a mechanical enterprise.
October 31, 2007
October 31, 2007
50th Anniversary Congrats!
Both the White House and the Governor of California sent letters of congratulations to Gale Banks for his 50 years in business. The letter from President Bush
October 28, 2007
World’s Quickest & Fastest Diesel Pickup Truck!
Banks’ Sidewinder® pickup truck blasted down the “Strip at Las Vegas” bettering ALL existing records for diesel-powered pickups. Las Vegas, NV. — (Friday, October 26, 2007) History
October 24, 2007
7 Tips to reduce engine engine temps
According to Peter Treydte, Test Group manager at Banks Power, the purpose of an intercooler is to increase the air density that is delivered to the cylinders of the engine.
October 2, 2007
A Tribute to Wally Parks
Drag Racing Legend Wally Parks: From Hot Rodder to Motorsports Mogul
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Wally Parks, a visionary leader, is credited with transforming drag racing from a dangerous street activity into a thriving motorsport. As co-founder of Hot Rod magazine and the National Hot Rod Association (NHRA), Parks’ dedication to safety and organization led to the creation of safe drag strips and a standardized racing format. Today, the NHRA is a major motorsport with millions of fans.
October 2, 2007
Azusa Firm Turns It Up A Notch
“I’m a futurist. It’s always about what’s next. We tend to engineer the automotive future.” – Gale Banks
September 30, 2007
The Re-Education of a “Gearhead”
Get a glimpse into the world of high-performance engine development at Banks Power. The company’s engineers are pushing the boundaries of diesel technology with innovative designs and cutting-edge manufacturing techniques. From CNC-machined cylinder heads to advanced engine management systems, Banks is committed to delivering peak performance and efficiency.
September 20, 2007