Author: Team TREMEC

2017 Stick Shift Shootout at the Nitto Tire NMRA Spring Break Shootout

We are proud that the TREMEC Stick Shift Shootout is returning to the 2017 Nitto Tire NMRA Spring Break Shootout, March 2-5, 2017, at Bradenton Motorsports Park in Bradenton, Florida.

The four quickest True Street cars will compete in a single-run elimination called the TREMEC Stick Shift Shootout. The winner will receive a brand-new TREMEC transmission of their choosing. After the True Street competition concludes on Saturday, March 3, TREMEC will host a Racer Appreciation Party before the awards ceremony. Read More “2017 Stick Shift Shootout at the Nitto Tire NMRA Spring Break Shootout”

10 Reasons a Manual Transmission is Better than an Automatic

Not so long ago, it was widely accepted that a true performance car had a manual transmission. In fact, some performance cars were only available with a manual transmission. Well, in the great age that is the 21st century, things have changed. Now the beloved third pedal is being replaced with paddle shifters attached to the steering wheel and a network of passionless electronics connected to them that signal the transmission what to do when the driver commands it. But we’re proud to proclaim that the manual transmission is far from dead. In fact, here are 10 reasons that a manual transmission is still better than an automatic! Read More “10 Reasons a Manual Transmission is Better than an Automatic”

An Insider’s Look at the Vehicles of the 2017 Detroit Auto Show

Despite frigid temperatures and the usual threat of snow and freezing rain, January in Detroit is a magical time for automotive enthusiasts. It’s time for the North American International Auto Show (NAIAS), which most simply call the Detroit Auto Show. It’s the first global auto show of the year, and it’s where the world’s automakers make a splash, debuting their new car models and concept vehicles to get the industry revved up for the year. We grabbed a camera and pounded the floor of Detroit’s COBO Hall during media days to explore the new technology and see the new cars, trucks, crossovers and SUVs as the silk covers were pulled back and the auto executives shared their thoughts on the industry in 2017. Here’s what we saw and where we think the industry will go this year and beyond.
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What to Consider and How to Fit a TREMEC Transmission in Your Classic Car

Installing an aftermarket 5- or 6-speed has become one of the most popular upgrades for classic cars and trucks, thanks to the features, strength and performance offered with TREMEC five- and six-speed transmissions. One of the most common questions we are asked, though, is how to make a TREMEC transmission fit into a muscle car or other older vehicle. To address that, we’ve put together this short overview of the typical transmission fitment issues that you might face when installing a TREMEC 5-speed TKO or 6-speed Magnum. Read More “What to Consider and How to Fit a TREMEC Transmission in Your Classic Car”

TREMEC Customer Spotlight – Jeff Smith and his 2004 Cobra Mustang

As part of our new TREMEC Blog, we’ll be taking a look at some of our customer’s TREMEC-equipped vehicle, starting with Jeff Smith and his 2004 Mustang Cobra.

Jeff is a regular competitor in the TREMEC Stick Shift Shootout held at select National Mustang Racing Association (NMRA) events. The Stick Shift Shootout is open to any TREMEC-equipped competitor entered in the NMRA’s True Street class. Read More “TREMEC Customer Spotlight – Jeff Smith and his 2004 Cobra Mustang”

Have a Suggestion or Request for a Future Article Topic?

We have a lot of topics that we’re eager to share on our new blog, but we want to hear from you too! If you have a technical question, something you’d like to learn more about or an idea for an article that you would love to see on the TREMEC Blog Read More “Have a Suggestion or Request for a Future Article Topic?”