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Read and comment on our tuner car blog at Import Tuner Magazine on the latest tuner industry news, expert opinions, installation tips, performance parts reviews and everything else car related.
Initial D Racing Video Games
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Posted July 31 2007 04:07 PM by DPImpreza
I was never really a fan of any arcade racing games ever since the good old days of Cuisin' USA and the Ferrari F355 racing simulator, but this is something I could get into, literally.
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Filed under: Editorials
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Dodge SRT4, Subaru WRX STI, Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution
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Posted July 27 2007 03:32 PM by DPImpreza
With the recent boom in internet forums, sh * t talking is bound to happen. A little friendly competition never hurt anyone. It actually helps our scene advance. But sometimes it can go way too far.
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Filed under: Editorials
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Concept Cars
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Posted July 20 2007 03:03 PM by automotivedp
Why do automakers tease us? I just don't get it. Take this W12 twin-turbo GTI for example. 6.0 liter, 650 horsepower, 200+ mph, all wheel drive, buff fenders and extensive body work (note that the whole...
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Filed under: Editorials
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Import Tuner Reader's Rides
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Posted July 13 2007 10:59 AM by DPImpreza
Looking for a way to show off that precious hunk of sheetmetal you worked so hard on and care so much about? Want to know what other Import Tuner enthusiasts think of your car? Then click on over to Readers' Rides, our...
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Filed under: Miscellaneous
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XS Engineering Project Manager, Greg Profeta
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Posted July 6 2007 01:54 PM by DPImpreza
Last Friday marked a sad day in the tuning industry. XS Engineering's Project Manager Greg Profeta is no longer working for one of the best, most reputable tuning shops in America. After five years of building...
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Filed under: Editorials
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Import Tuner Car Show
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Posted June 26 2007 11:55 AM by DPImpreza
SpoCom's Premier Sport Compact Automotive Event is coming to the Long Beach Convention Center on August 5th, 2007 from 11am-6pm. SpoCom will feature over 50 of the industry's top manufacturers like Sparco, HKS, Apexi, AEM...
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Filed under: Miscellaneous
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Turtle Wax Car Detailing Products
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Posted June 22 2007 08:12 AM by DPImpreza
After slapping on my new front bumper, I figured it was time to finally detail my car, typical routine, wash, clay bar, and wax. I wanted to try out the new Turtle Wax ICE line-up, and I must say some of their stuff...
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Filed under: Editorials, Car Exterior
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2005 Subaru Impreza WRX Front Mount Intercooler
CA Cell Phone Driving Law
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Posted June 6 2007 08:57 AM by DPImpreza
On my way to work this morning, I was cut off and nearly hit about five different times. Every single bad driver that crossed my path had one thing in common, aside from me laying on the horn at each one; they were...
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Filed under: Editorials, In Car Electronics (ice)
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Owning Multiple Cars
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Posted June 1 2007 09:22 AM by DPImpreza
Last night I had a dream that the new owner of my '93 MR2 wanted to sell it back to me. I know, dreaming about cars, weird right? But anyway, I really wish I could have held on to that car. Don't get me...
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Filed under: Editorials
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Memorial Day Vacation Time
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Posted May 25 2007 10:53 AM by DPImpreza
Ah, I love it when new parts come in the mail. It's like Christmas time as a kid all over again. This package came just in time for the weekend before I go out of town, containing a hood vent/scoop delete from...
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Filed under: Editorials, Subaru Tuning, Car Exterior
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Modifications Follow Up - New Intercooler
Toyota FT-HS Hybrid Sports Car
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Posted May 9 2007 11:21 AM 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 01:00 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 01:31 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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Mazda 3 Research
Read the latest reviews of the new Mazda3, including multi-vehicle comparisons, long-term tests, first rides or detailed new-car road tests. The 2010 Mazda3 comes with a L4 standard engine and has a manufacturer suggested retail price of $18,350.00. It is available in the following bodystyles: Sedans, Hatchbacks. Also check out the Toyota Rav4 and the Toyota Matrix.
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