The back-half Nova is currently being built and will feature a carbureted 454 LSX engine with LS7 cylinder heads, which is projected to produce 900 hp on nuts alone. It is possible? Considering NHRA's Pro Stock hero Warren Johnson is working closely with the newly formed team, we'd say it's favorable. Expect Uncle Robin and Project Super Nova at all NMCA events in '07-08.
In Any WeatherWe may be having a hot and sunny SoCal summer as this issue goes to print, but the past winter and spring were anything but-which provided an ideal bad-weather day for testing Bridgestone's new ultra-high-performance, all-season tire, the Potenza RE960AS Pole Position. Wind, rain, and hail...perfect. The Potenza RE960AS uses Bridgestone's UNI-T AQII technology, providing a dual-layer tread and extended performance compound for more consistent performance in wet weather-and as the tires wears. In our experience schlepping our Potenza-clad Pontiac G6 test mules through the cones, the new tire provides what it promises. Grip is good, even in the wet. Turn-in is predictable, even in slippery conditions. The RE960AS displayed excellent response through the twists and turns, and exhibited good grip during braking. In short, we were able to push the pace without significant loss of road feel, even in an inch of rainwater. Check 'em out for yourself at bridgestonetire.com, or visit your local Bridgestone tire dealer.