Mikael Borggren Acquires a Third-Gen Camaro – Will Return to No-Prep and Radial Racing, as Well as a Return to Drag-and-Drive
One of the most unique rides to grace the drag-and-drive scene, and later, the small tire and no-prep game, Mikael Borggren and his Volvo station wagon had made their mark. Unfortunately, the storied Volvo was destroyed during a no-prep event in October 2024, leaving many to question how and if Mikael would make a comeback.
Just a week before the calendar turned to 2025, Borggren picked up his replacement ride, a third-generation Chevrolet Camaro in New York. “I’m going to start sorting it out both on a no-prep and a radial first. Then I might come for a guitar on a small tire.”
Supercharging Sick the Magazine’s Drag-and-Drive Events is the Latest Chapter to Vortech Engineering’s Powerful Three-Plus Decades of History
When mentioning power adders, there are a ton of choices in today’s market. But when it comes to superchargers, one made quite the impression with turn-key systems for Ford engines back in the 1990s, and that was Vortech Engineering. Since that start of the business, they’ve added more power to a lot of rides, and now it’s becoming just as common to see Vortech units on 7-second and 8-second rides as the thousands of fun street cars and daily drivers on the road today.
After being in business for about a decade, Vortech purchased the owner’s former employer’s business, Paxton Superchargers, and added it to the Vortech portfolio. Today, Vortech’s expanded offerings with Paxton onboard means well over 100 different kits are available.
Piston Changes, Late Night Rescue Drives, and Celebrating Their 20th Anniversary Highlight Bridget and Jason Morris Sick Summer Experience
On a special anniversary, some couples might choose to give each other special gifts, renew their vows, and even take a special trip. For Bridget and Jason Morris, they chose to spend her twentieth anniversary by participating in Sick Summer Presented by Motion Raceworks in Bridget's 2006 Pontiac GTO.
There’s a New Stick Shift King – Nick Cole-Mann Claims Quickest H-Pattern Stick Shift World Record with a 6.49 at 219 MPH Pass at US 131 Motorsports Park
Nick Cole-Mann, the first LS H-pattern stick shift in the sixes in January last year, set his sights for 2024 on the overall record. A month ago, the twin-turbo `91 Chevrolet S-10 pick-up clocked a 6.64 at 209 mph. “The only thing that separates me and that number one spot is a warmer race track,” Cole-Mann stated. Today, that track appeared.
For the Adventure – 16-Year-Old Carter Jackson to Compete in Sick Summer Presented by Motion Raceworks in a 2003 Chevrolet S-10
Kevin Jackson was "that guy" who used to sit and watch drag-and-drive as a fan online. Now, he’s not only participated in them, he’s getting his 16-year-old son Carter involved by competing at this year’s Sick Summer.
Chevrolet COPO Camaro-Inspired Drag Commodore Shows a Future That Could Have Been
It’s been said that imitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Australia’s Darren Parker could not have flattered Chevrolet any more with the passion behind his COPO-inspired Holden Commodore.
It’s Great Straight From the Crate – Reviewing Engine Choices Directly from Ford, Chevrolet and Mopar
Although there are hundreds of reputable engine builders, unless you are aiming for a restricted racing class or have specific needs, crate engines are a great choice for a street or strip build.