Austin Parsons

About Austin Parsons

Austin graduated from the University of Colorado Denver in 2021 with a degree in technical writing and remains in the Denver area. He may be young but Austin brings tons of automotive knowledge and experience to the table. He was published in the CU Sentry newspaper several times and was the lead automotive content writer for The Indian Weekly Magazine. Austin also worked as a Technical Product Specialist at BMW for over 5 years.

He currently drives a heavily modded E30 325i. One of the biggest upgrades is a stroker kit, which Austin installed on his own. His knowledge and passion for cars are second to none. With Austin's technical writing background he delivers knowledge, well-researched, and highly detailed technical articles for our automotive readers.

Jeep Wrangler vs Ford Bronco – Off-Road SUV Shootout

August 15, 2022 by Austin Parsons Leave a Comment

Jeep Wrangler, Ford Bronco. Two of America’s sweethearts, and two names that went a while without appearing side by side until the introduction of the new Bronco for the 2021 model year. The first Jeep vs Bronco clash kicked off in 1966, when the Jeep CJ-5 finally had some worthy competition with the release of the first generation Bronco. Now, 56 years later, the fight is back … [Read more...] about Jeep Wrangler vs Ford Bronco – Off-Road SUV Shootout

Lexus IS300 Turbo Kit Upgrade Guide

August 10, 2022 by Austin Parsons Leave a Comment

By the time the first generation Lexus IS300 made its appearance in showrooms across the US, Lexus had been sticking it to the German luxury boys for nearly a decade. Lexus has always been focused on providing a reliable luxury experience, and that carried through to the 2000-2003 IS300. While the first LS400 that started it all could be classified as a land yacht, the IS300 … [Read more...] about Lexus IS300 Turbo Kit Upgrade Guide

Upgraded Chevy C6 Corvette Headers Guide

August 8, 2022 by Austin Parsons Leave a Comment

The C6 Corvette is widely considered to be one of the best American sports cars of all time. After the mid-production switch to the LS3 engine in 2008, the C6 produced 430 horsepower and 424 lb-ft of torque from the factory. Those are unarguably impressive numbers. However, the real kicker is the C6’s willingness to take on even more ponies from aftermarket upgrades. That’s … [Read more...] about Upgraded Chevy C6 Corvette Headers Guide

Chevy LS3 Camshaft Upgrade Guide

August 2, 2022 by Austin Parsons 1 Comment

Chances are, if you are getting involved in the world of Chevy small blocks, you are looking to squeeze the most power out of one. The good news is that they are some of the best engines to modify and you don’t have to spend a fortune on parts and labor to see fantastic gains. The 6.2L Chevy LS3 is one of the most popular crate motors offered by GM. Beyond their placement in … [Read more...] about Chevy LS3 Camshaft Upgrade Guide

Ford Focus RS Exhaust Upgrade Guide

July 31, 2022 by Austin Parsons Leave a Comment

To describe the MK3 Ford Focus as a hot-hatch would be a dramatic understatement. Third-degree hatch or napalm hatch might be better fitting descriptors. In 2015, the third generation Focus RS reached the US to massive acclaim from enthusiasts and reviewers alike. It was a first for the US market, as the RS nameplate hadn’t made it over the pond until the MK3. The MK3 Focus RS … [Read more...] about Ford Focus RS Exhaust Upgrade Guide