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Modifications Follow Up - New Intercooler
Toyota FT-HS Hybrid Sports Car
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Posted May 9 2007 12:21 PM by DPImpreza
Toyota recently gave the FT-HS hybrid sports car concept the green light (no pun-intended). Scheduled to go into production in 2009, the FT-HS will feature Toyota's Hybrid Synergy Drive most likely coupled to a 3.5...
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Filed under: Industry Rumors, Toyota Tuning
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2008 Subaru WRX STI and Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X
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Posted May 4 2007 02:00 PM by DPImpreza
With the new redesigns of two of the most iconic rally-based performance production cars, comes lots of controversy. The looks alone have already put off many loyal, long time STI and EVO enthusiasts who have been...
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Filed under: Editorials, Subaru Tuning, Forced Induction
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Import Tuner Reader's Ride of the Month Contest
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Posted May 1 2007 02:31 PM by DPImpreza
Have you ever wanted to see your ride displayed on Import Tuner's website? Now's your chance. Starting May 1st Import Tuner will be conducting a Ride of the Month contest in which 2NR readers can see their...
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Filed under: Miscellaneous, Import Tuner Clubs
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Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Subaru, Mitsubishi, Mazda
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Posted April 18 2007 02:46 PM by DPImpreza
No matter what make or model we drive, we are all gear heads. Whether you're a Honda guy (or gal), Subaru or Mitsubishi fan, Toyota faithful, Nissan enthusiast, rotary nut, or Euro lover, there are tons of people out...
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Filed under: Editorials, Import Tuner Clubs
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Rumored Return of the Toyota Corolla AE86
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Posted April 11 2007 05:51 PM by DPImpreza
There have been recent rumors floating around Tokyo that Toyota is planning to bring back the iconic rear-wheel-drive Corolla. This comes as a huge teaser to the original AE86 following, but honestly, who wouldn't...
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Filed under: Industry Rumors, Toyota Tuning, Track Days
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2008 Subaru WRX hatchback
JDM, D1GP, Formula D, Initial D, Drifting Trend
Big Rims - Looks Vs Performance
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Posted March 16 2007 03:18 PM by DPImpreza
This whole big rim thing has gone a little too far. This isn't about slightly larger than stock, light-weight, functional wheels. I love a nice wide-body kit that allows for 18 x 10 (or wider) inches of meaty,...
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Filed under: Editorials, Wheels/tires
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JDM Performance Parts and Exterior Modifications
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Posted March 7 2007 04:17 PM by DPImpreza
It seems like in a world based on selling parts, everyone and their mother claims JDM to no end. I can understand certain things such as SR20DET motors, rare functional parts only sold in Japan, and maybe even JDM...
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Filed under: Editorials, Car Exterior
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Ebay and Knock Off Performance Parts
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Posted February 28 2007 05:07 PM by DPImpreza
After slaving over a crappy job and living off top ramen for a couple years, you finally scrounge up enough money to buy a car of your own to modify. So why would you risk a 15-20 thousand dollar investment just to...
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Filed under: Editorials, Car Engine
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Full Race Nissan 240SX R14
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Posted February 21 2007 11:25 AM by DPImpreza
Full Race is now selling a conversion to turn your Nissan 240SX S14 into an all wheel drive, Skyline GT-R powered monster. Take the RB26DETT and the entire AWD drivetrain from the GT-R, put it into a leightweight S14...
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Filed under: Industry Rumors, Nissan Tuning, Car Engine
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Manual Transmissions and Paddle Shifters
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Posted February 12 2007 12:28 PM by DPImpreza
Is the art of driving a manual transmission becoming a dying skill? I sincerely hope there are other people out there like me who will never give up their sticks (lol). This whole SMG, DSG, etc crap is getting...
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Filed under: Editorials
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BBS Wheel Manufacturer Bankruptcy
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Posted February 7 2007 04:54 PM by DPImpreza
With aluminum prices extremely high, it appears that world renowned wheel manufacturer BBS has gone bankrupt. BBS, who has been a staple in the wheel industry, makes wheels for WRC (World Rally Championship) and...
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Filed under: Industry Rumors, Wheels/tires
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Turbocharged Toyota Vitz RS Modellista
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Posted January 29 2007 11:55 AM by DPImpreza
Call it another case of sick cars we will never be able to get in the US, but I really want this car. A factory turbocharged car from Toyota? Sign me up. This would be the ideal daily driver, not to...
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Filed under: Industry Rumors, Toyota Tuning
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