Password: JDM, not one to miss any of the hottest trends has just released their collection of Carbon Fiber and Carbon Kevlar parts for the Nissan GTR. This is Password: JDM’s first real excursion outside the confines of Honda/Acura, and so far it looks like they’re doing everything right. All Password: JDM Dry Carbon and Carbon Kevlar pieces are individually hand crafted for the quality level you would expect.

The initial GTR collection of Carbon Fiber and Carbon Kevlar goodies include:

• Carbon Fiber / Carbon Kevlar Ram Air Induction Snorkle (PWCIS-R35-C00 / PWCIS-R35-K00)
• Carbon Fiber / Carbon Kevlar NACA Ducts (PWCBN-R35-C00 / PWCBN-R35-K00)
• Carbon Fiber / Carbon Kevlar Radiator Cooling Plate (PWCCP-R35-C00 / PWCCP-R35-K00)
• Carbon Fiber / Carbon Kevlar Intake Manifold Cover (PWCIM-R35-C00 / PWCIM-R35-K00)
• Carbon Fiber / Carbon Kevlar Rear Diffuser Blades (PWCBD-R35-C00 / PWCBD-R35-K00)

…and to really let you know they’re not taking any prisoners…

• Carbon Fiber / Carbon Kevlar Hood (PWCBH-R35-C00 /PWCBH-R35-K00)
• Carbon Fiber / Carbon Kevlar Trunk (PWCBT-R35-C00 / PWCBT-R35-K00)

Nissan has just announced that 2009 will likely see the entry of the Nissan GT-R into GIA-GT1 racing via private teams. Additionally, a factory backed NISMO built GT-R is slated to run four races in 2009 with Darren Turner from Gigawave Motorsports at the helm.

Not too many other details have been reveald. No word on if Nissan will campaign the VR38DETT or swap it in favor of the V8 VK45D8. Furthermore, there are no details as to where the car will even be running; although chances are the GT-R will make an appearance at LeMans.

APEXi proudly introduces the S1 Damper line, developed by a team of APEXi engineers and professional racing drivers.

Ride quality and handling performance are not mutually exclusive. Almost all coilover suspension systems are designed for track use, but are not well matched for street use. In fact, most are sprung and dampened improperly for street use, which not only gives a harsh and unpleasurable ride, but also hurts grip performance when the suspension cannot conform to the terrain.

To address this gap, APEXi proudly introduces the S1 Damper line, with a specifically selected recipe of spring rates, oil and valving for high-performance street cars that double as weekend track machines. 100% made in Japan, with precision Japanese components.

Features

• 20-Way damping adjustment to adapt to a variety of driving conditions.
• Monotube design with 45mm diameter piston
• Adjustable lower case design that allows ride height to be adjusted without affecting preload
• Standardized 65mm spring allows the use of a wide variety of readily available springs
• Front strut-type setups include camber adjustment plates that utilize premium quality NMB pillow bearings to minimize deflection, binding and noise
• 100% Made in Japan, with precision Japanese components.
• Overhaul and additional suspension services offered in-house by APEX Integration (APEXi USA Office)

It’s official guys, Formula 1 is back on US Shores. Well, kinda. There are no races scheduled on US soil yet, but their *is* a new US F1 team being put together and seeking a 2010 entry after not having any involvement in the past two years.

The team will be lead by Peter Windsor and Ken Anderson both of which have prior F1 experience and the team will be based out of Charlotte, North Carolina. No official word on who will be piloting the vehicle or even supplying the engine for that matter, but I’m sure it’ll be big names and big news once details emerge.

Proving to be a powerhouse to be reckoned with, Injen Technology continues to lead the way delivering World Class Performance Intakes. Injen is making a move into the fast lane with the all-new SP1130; giving BMW owners, ‘The Best of the Best’. Delivering up to 15HP and 13Ft/Lbs of Torque, the SP1130 is unmatched when it comes to aesthetics and performance.

Check out those two new wheels designs from Volk. Pretty nice, eh?

Well the guys at Volk have asked us, to ask you: What do you think?

• Love ‘em? Hate ‘em?
• What Vehicle/Size Offerings would you like to see?
• What Colors should these be offered in?
• What Price Point will make these wheel sell?
• Will your Customers buy them?

Please be honest with your comments and add additional information as you see fit.

The 2009 Chicago Auto Show is shaping up to be quite a show this year. Although doors don’t open to the public until Friday, February 13th, the Media Frenzy Preview is going strong.

Although nothing earth shattering has yet been revealed, there’s still plenty of reasons to check it out. Here are a few:

Chevy Autobots

Scion tC 5.0

20 Years of Mazda Miata

Injen Technology has found a way to clone perfection! These impressive twins now come with Injen/AMSOIL Nano-Fiber dry filters, and functional, jaw-dropping front air scoop. The all new SP1125 twin intakes not only look impressive, but their roar will command respect on the road too. Boasting an astonishing 13 horsepower and 15ft/lbs of torque, these twins will be the envy of the track.

Wow. The New Porsche Museum in Stuttgart Germany just opened a few days ago, and I’m sure plane tickets and travel plans to Germany have gotten a healthy bump from Porschephiles and car buffs alike.

The new structure designed by Austrian architect Roman Delugan, boasts 5,600 sq/meters (18,000+ sq/ft) of exhibition space and plays host to not only the museum but a restaurant, rooftop terrace, archive library, conference facilities, workshop and of course, a Porsche gift shop.

The museum itself features Porsche’s from the manufactures early racing days, including a collection of 917 coupes up to current models such as the Carrera GT. An installment tracing the Evolution of the 911 is also on display.