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Reimagination — 1980 Mazda RX-7 Series 1
“Garry Haynes has always loved the Group C RX-7, but not the rotary engine. Solution, shoehorn in a V8, of course!” What happens when

The most exciting new cars to look forward to in 2015
There’s nothing more exciting than hearing about the release of next year’s new car models, so we decided to make a list to keep you

The ultimate guide for transmission buyers — part two
“We’re back with the second instalment in the two part series of the ultimate guide for transmission buyers.” 700R4 View fullsize Although commonly referred

Nothing but respect — street drifting in Japan
“Love it or hate it, illegal street drifting is a way of life for many in Japan” It’s Saturday evening and the lads and

The ultimate guide for transmission buyers — part one
“TH400, Powerglide, Tremec — we’ve all heard the names, but what’s the difference and what’s the best transmission to use in your next project?”

Get yourself a gold pass to the NZ Jetsprint Championship series
Want to get VIP treatment at the PSP Jetsprint Championship Series and the inaugural International Enzed Stadium Jetsprints Cup? Fill in the form below to

Taupo Thunder Drags canceled
We’ve just been informed that the entire 2014–’15 race season planned for Taupo Thunder Dragway has been canceled. Promoter Ken Galvin stated in his release that only 11

Be in to win one of three copies of Hot Rod Special
“Despite popular demand, we’ve still managed to hold on to a few copies of our Hot Rod Special, just so we can give them

High-stakes drag racing at Meremere
In what looks to be a fun drag meeting, the Meremere All Out Dash for Cash is scheduled to take place at Meremere Dragway on

Masteron Motorplex first test and tune of the season
Masterton Motorplex held their first test and tune of the season, on December 6 and 7, and the turnout was huge. Making an appearance at the

Familiar faces at Rocket’s open day
Once again, the annual Rocket Speed Equipment Open Day, held on Saturday, December 13, saw many neat hot rods, customs, and street machines visiting the Hamilton-based

Whipped Up — Thunder in the Park
I would be lying to say that I’m a muscle car man through and through. I’m not. I’ve had my moments of craze, and points

Aussies take out the Porter Hire International Sprintcar series
The Porter Hire International Sprintcar series spoils are crossing the Tasman, with Perth-based Robbie Farr taking individual honours for his ECP Racing team, while teammate James

Killer Corvette up for grabs
We’re lucky enough to be exposed to so many cool cars here at The Motorhood, that it takes something truly special to get us really

Daytona Prototypes hit Pukekohe
What the hell are they? That was our first thought as we spied not one, but two out-of-this-world-looking machines at Pukekohe Park Raceway recently. It turns