News : April 15, 2010
National Speed is proud to present the Second Annual Military Appreciation Day Dyno Event. After last year’s success we’ve decided to step it up, that’s why this year we have named the event M.A.D. Mayhem to promote our biggest Dyno Day of 2010 on Saturday, May 15th, Armed Forces Day!
We are welcoming all makes and [...]
News : December 14, 2009
From now until January 31st National Speed will celebrate Ford, GM, Dodge and Chrysler vehicles by offering aggressively priced model specific packages that take the guess work out of adding power! ADD 25, 50, or even 150 horsepower with our professionally designed performance packages! Pick your power package TODAY and Boost performance without emptying your [...]
News : June 16, 2009
I’ve updated the website with photos from the Myrtle Beach Corvette Show and the ImportsNC Meet from this past weekend.
National Speed was a sponsor of the Myrtle Beach Corvette show and we’d like to thank the Myrtle Beach Corvette Club for asking us to be involved this year. We met a lot of great [...]
News : May 26, 2009
We’ve recently created a Facebook account for the shop. So, if you’ve got Facebook make sure to add us! This is just one more way for you to keep up with the events, news, sales, and other awesome stuff that we’ve got going on here at National Speed.
CLICK HERE to check out our [...]
News : May 14, 2009
Attention fellow automotive enthusiasts,
If you’re a customer then we’d like to post your car or truck on our website! One thing we take pride in here at National Speed is the wide variety of vehicles that we work on, which is why we’ve got a section dedicated to showing off our customers rides. [...]
News : May 13, 2009
Over the past month or so we’ve attended a few events including the Rims on the River car show, Harleys & Hotrods, and the Fast & Furious Premier.
I just uploaded some pictures from the events and I want you all to check them out! Make sure to check back periodically as we will continue [...]
News : February 23, 2009
National Speed, a premiere automotive shop featuring high performance parts, is now an official Apexi and Power Excel Dealer.
News : February 18, 2009
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 [...]
News : February 12, 2009
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?
News : February 9, 2009
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 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.
News : February 4, 2009
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!
News : January 28, 2009
There’s much hype over the new 2010 Mustangs, and the most important part is the engine choices. There’s been a lot of gossip and smack talk about potential Mustang engines, and now you can add one more to the fire. 400 Horsepower sound good?
News : January 23, 2009
So you may have noticed we’ve given the National Speed website a face lift. A little nip here, a tuck there. But not to worry, we didn’t go all Kenny Rogers on you. We’re still the same National Speed you’ve come to know and love.
“OMG! They Killed Kenny!”
But this isn’t just a [...]
News : January 19, 2009
Yep, that’s it folks. The white horseman of Top Gear has officially been revealed. There’s been much speculation as to who the legendary “stig” is, and the cat is finally out of the bag.
It’s 33 year-old Ben Collins! Ben Collins has raced everything from NASCAR and Lemans, to doing movie stunt work. Most recently Ben [...]
News : January 14, 2009
Well here’s one that’s rather off the wall.
Created by Loren Kulesus, the Cadillac World Thorium Fuel Concept (WTF) is designed to last 100 years without any normal maintenance. That means tires, gas, oil, or anything for that matter. How would they go about achieving this, you might ask? Apparently they’re using something called “Thorium” [...]
News : January 14, 2009
Right up there with the greatest unsolved mysteries of the world (who’s the second gunman on the grassy knoll? Who shot J.R.? What happened to Steven Seagal’s career?) — the true identity of Top Gear’s The Stig has finally been revealed…
Sort of.
News of the World reports that the anonymous driver is a happily [...]
News : January 13, 2009
For those of you looking forward to the stout and sleek Ford Interceptor, you can pretty much throw that idea out of your head.
J Mays, Ford’s design chief is officially saying that Ford Motor Company’s plans for a new RWD Sedan is done-for. Mays states that FoMoCo has “Other Priorities” and that “We’re going down [...]
News : January 12, 2009
I may not be the biggest fan of hybrid automobiles, but it would appear my prayers have finally been answered. Fisker Automotive, the newest American manufacturer of green automobiles for aging hippies, has actually made a Hybrid that doesn’t look like a hulked out electric shaver.
Click to biggie-size for extra sexiness.
Not only is [...]
News : January 12, 2009
Hennessey, of Twin Turbo Viper and SRT fame, has got their hands on a 2010 Camaro already.
A supercharged 6.2 liter LS9 fuels the new Camaro (dubbed the HPE700) and it pumps out 705 horsepower and 717lb/ft torque routed through Michelin PS2’s (not PlayStation’s) wrapped around lightweight HRE wheels. Slowing down the Camaro is a set [...]
News : January 8, 2009
Yep, it’s time folks. For a while now, the GTR Spec V has been speculated on more than Britney Spears or Oil prices. It’s officially official! Nissan released the scoop this week. Unfortunately though, it will NOT be sold in the US.
So what does this Spec V have that the GTR doesn’t? Well first off [...]
News : January 2, 2009
Tired of getting punked on the way to the Grocery store? Wanting to run 9’s at the dragstrip but take the kids too? Trying to take a weekend roadtrip and smash on a few turbo Corvettes along the way? Folks, if you answered “Yes” to any of these questions, I have your answer.
The LSX Gods [...]
Gear and Tech | News : December 15, 2008
What would you think about Speed Sensitive Speedbumps? Kind of an interesting concept, I think.
I’m not too sure about the technology behind it, but apparently if you drive the speed limit, the bumps do not raise. From what I understand, by using a small damper inside to flatten out when a car drives [...]
News : December 11, 2008
Those crazy Brits are at it again! Seeking to get their names in the record books for something besides bad teeth and crazy lingo* — “Balderdash!” “Bloody hell!” — the British Steam Team (hehehehe) have set upon breaking the land speed record for steam powered cars.
The steam powered “steamster” (patent pending) recently fired [...]
News : December 9, 2008
For all of you domestic owners out there, this is as close to heaven on earth as you’re likely to get.
Imagine this: you’re walking through the woods clutching your hunting rifle and six pack (because if you’re anything like me that’s what you do in the wilderness) and you come upon an amazing discovery the [...]
News : December 8, 2008
A new AE86? I know I’m interested.
There hasn’t been a fun, cheap RWD sportscar in recent years, and I think Toyota/Subaru knows exactly what we need. A joint product between the two companies, the new Rear Wheel Drive coupe is sure to strike home with tuners. With a 2.0 liter Naturally Aspirated boxer motor producing [...]
News : December 2, 2008
Over the weekend, the Spec-V’s modification list was leaked to GTR-world. According to the leaked information, engine output for the Twin turbo 6 cylinder will increase from 478 to 520 forced induction ponies. The transmission select mode has been removed, leaving only the “Race” setting.
One of the biggest downfalls of the Nissan powerhouse has been [...]
Gear and Tech | News : December 1, 2008
Anyone that reads the National Speed blog knows that I’m a big fan of flying cars. I’ve been clamoring for flying car technology since I tried to pilot my way out of the womb (take my advice and wait until they cut the umbilical cord before trying to takeoff). Little did I know [...]
Humor | News : November 26, 2008
It’s been awhile since our last quickie, so I thought it’d be best to set the mood with a little wine and romance. Just kidding. I’m not one for long winded speeches or intros, so whaddaya say we get down to business and report on all the automotive news that’s fit to print…and [...]
News : November 18, 2008
Ford unveils the new iteration of its longtime flagship model, this time a bit more appealing.
The new slightly Italian-esque Ford Mustang takes on a new look this year. Starting out with a minor facelift, the turn signals have been moved, the headlights are now more slightly curved for aerodynamic purposes, and that unsightly old [...]
Gear and Tech | News : November 17, 2008
GReddy has just released the Greddy Type-RZ Blow off valve, which is to replace the current Type RS and is similar to the Type-S.
GReddy Blow Off Valves are easily adjustable to eliminate compressor surge and preventing premature boost leakage, while increasing boost response between shifts. Each valve is made of durable cast and billet aluminum [...]
News : November 10, 2008
How many of you Honda guys WOULDN’T like to have the world’s fastest Honda Civic?
What if I also asked how much you would be willing to pay to HAVE that title.
That’s right folks, out of all the places in the world it could be, it’s for sale on eBay.
Officially the World’s Fastest Honda Civic, having [...]
News : October 24, 2008
It’s boring to read the news, that’s why National Speed is cutting out all the fat and giving you only the stuff that matters. No politics, sports, or world events — unless its automotive related. We understand that you’re busy people and don’t want to read boring introductory paragraphs (irony!) so let’s cut [...]
News : October 16, 2008
That’s right boys and girls, impromptu spy pictures of the new Nissan 370Z have surfaced and boy is it a sweet looking ride. Other than a recent appearance in the trailer for EA games latest iteration of the Need For Speed franchise, the 370Z has been pretty camera shy. Not anymore. Thanks [...]
News : October 7, 2008
It’s boring to read the news, that’s why National Speed is cutting out all the fat and giving you only the stuff that matters. No politics, sports, or world events — unless its automotive related. We understand that you’re busy people and don’t want to read boring introductory paragraphs (irony!) so let’s cut [...]
News : September 19, 2008
It’s boring to read the news, that’s why National Speed is cutting out all the fat and giving you only the stuff that matters. No politics, sports, or world events — unless its automotive related. We understand that you’re busy people and don’t want to read boring introductory paragraphs (irony!) so let’s cut [...]
News : September 12, 2008
Here’s the news that’s breaking so fast we drove our news van into the wall just to get it to you.
According to recent financial reports, Greddy, one of the biggest names in performance parts recently announced they’re declaring bankruptcy. Autoblog reports that this is due to a steady decline in the Japanese performance parts market [...]
Gear and Tech | News : August 6, 2008
For the four of you on the planet that haven’t seen the Dark Knight yet, allow me to introduce you to the new Batmobile. Thankfully, you won’t find Adam West in skin-tight spandex behind the wheel, nor will you see current Batman Christian Bale searching for a throat losange in the cockpit (seriously, what’s [...]