News : February 23, 2009
National Speed Official Apexi and Power Excel Dealer
National Speed, a premiere automotive shop featuring high performance parts, is now an official Apexi and Power Excel Dealer.
Editorial : February 20, 2009
Top 5 Car Chases You’ve Never Seen
Everyone on the planet has seen Steve McQueen careen down the streets of San Francisco in Bullitt or marveled at the vehicular insanity on display in the Jason Bourne movies. It’s amazing stuff to be sure, but it’s also pretty boring at this point. If you’ve seen one car chase you’ve seen them all…or have you?
Gear and Tech : February 18, 2009
Baller F-Sport Products for the Lexus GS and IS Vert
F-Sport has finally expanded it’s already ridiculously awesome product line to include the Lexus GS, IS C and the IS AWD models. The F-Sport line (parts derived or inspired by the Lexus IS-F) has only encompassed the IS250 and IS350 line, but now you can have all of the previously exclusive and ballertastic parts on [...]
News : February 18, 2009
Dyno Charts Now Available
We’ve updated the Dyno/Tuning section of the National Speed website to now include dynocharts from some of the cars we’ve tuned. This is just a small selection of the dyno charts that we have available. There’s plenty more to come.
We just wanted to give you a preview of the upcoming feast…kind of like [...]
Media : February 16, 2009
More Than Meets the Eye
In case you’ve been living under a rock, or missed the 30 second teaser that aired during the Superbowl, Transformers 2 is going to own you. Judging by the latest trailer, the sequel doesn’t look to disappoint — it’s bigger, louder, and will eat your babies if you don’t watch it.
Pay careful attention during [...]
Gear and Tech : February 13, 2009
V8 Powered Lotus Extrema
This is quite possibly the most entertaining deathtrap ever created. Can you imagine 638HP in a 2,138lb package? That’s around 3.3lbs per horsepower. To put that into comparison the Bugatti Veyron has a P/W ratio of 4.1lbs. UK Garage decided to give the Lotus Exige a “little” boost in power.
Based on the Lotus Exige chassis, [...]
News : February 12, 2009
National Speed Jobs – Data Manager
National Speed is an industry leading performance automotive company based in Wilmington, NC. We’re working to build a new generation database of performance parts, and we’re looking for a talented, energetic, detail oriented candidate to fill the position of Data Manager.
News : February 12, 2009
The SHO is GO!
The new 2010 SHO is finally revealed. With 365 force-fed ponies, paddle shifters and the aid of All-wheel-drive, the new Ford Taurus SHO is sure to excite…Ford guys with families need to have their fun too, right?
Gear and Tech : February 11, 2009
Feel The Power Between Your Legs
Want to feel the power between your legs? Mission Motors has you covered, recently unveiling an electric crotch rocket capable of going 150 mph. Read on for specs and pics.
Gear and Tech : February 10, 2009
Turn Your Car Into Furniture
Ever thought about placing a Motor in the middle of your living room? How about putting YOUR rear end in the rear end of a car?…in your kitchen. In order to get as much automotive paraphernalia as you can in your life, you need to bring some of these unorthodox contraptions into your home.
Events : February 10, 2009
Ecotec Dyno Day and Cruise-In Recap
On February 10th, National Speed hosted the ECOTEC Cruise-in and Dyno Day. Tons of ECOTEC powered goodness was on hand…We had more Cobalts on display than the periodic table. Read on for more pics and info.
News : February 9, 2009
The Black Stig is Back!?
It has long been thought that the Black Stig was killed off when he dramatically drove off of the HMS Invincible in a Jaguar XJS and plummeted into the Ocean, never to be seen again. Alas, whether it be from advanced internal sense or just a long nap, the Black Stig has returned.
News : February 6, 2009
You Don’t Know Jack
You may have noticed a few staff changes the past few months at National Speed, and with that comes a new sheriff in town…and his name’s Jack Harris. Actually, Jack’s not really affiliated with the long arm of the law, but he does have really long arms so that probably counts for something.
Media : February 5, 2009
National Speed Shop Tour Video
Check out the sexy new shop tour of National Speed. We spared no expense and hired Steven Spielberg to direct it. Actually, we spared a lot of expense and hired his Canadian, non-union equivalent. Read on and behold the cinematic glory that is National Speed.
News : February 4, 2009
Aston Martin’s New V12 Vantage
Aston Martin, purveyors of the automobile we’d most like to have sex with, have decided to take their oh-so-delicious Vantage and add 4 more cylinders. Read on for sexy pics of the Vantage, just be sure you’ve got some spare ice cubes around because this sucker is HOT!
Humor : February 3, 2009
Top 5 Worst Cars To Pick Up Girls With
Having a tough time picking up the ladies? Shave that mullet, tuck in that shirt and leave the El Camino at home. If you’re trying to show that special someone a good time this Valentine’s day, take our advice and stay far, far away from these rides.
Editorial : February 2, 2009
The Art of Sound – Aural Automotive Pleasure
There are some sounds that just hit people the right way. Whether it be the sharp, raucous bark of a Porsche flat 6, the whine of a ported Eaton, or the low thrum of an STi, there’s a sound for everyone. Read on for the list…