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A Toyota GR Corolla in Supersonic Red driving quickly down a dirt road.

2023 Toyota GR Corolla – R&D Vehicle Profile

Posted: January 27, 2025

Author: Josh Wayman

When Toyota announced that the GR Corolla was coming for the 2023 model year, we were quick to take note. After a few years of seeing countless videos and reviews of the venerable yet unobtainable GR Yaris—a model not available to the American market—we’d developed a bit of an itch. Once we heard that Toyota was finally bringing a rally-inspired turbocharged hot hatch with all-wheel drive and three pedals to the US, we set out to secure our latest R&D vehicle.

After hundreds of hours of research and development to design new performance applications, we want to share some of the products we’ve made for the GR Corolla. But first, let’s take a look at the car itself.

An image of a Mishimoto performance intercooler on a workbench while an engineer works on a vehicle in the background.

How Does an Intercooler Work?

Posted: January 23, 2025

Author: Josh Wayman

Have you ever wondered what that metal component in front of your radiator is, or maybe that thing sitting on top of your engine? If you drive a turbocharged car, chances are you’re looking at your vehicle’s intercooler. So, what does an intercooler do?

Intercoolers play a crucial role in ensuring the performance, efficiency, and longevity of turbocharged engines. As air is compressed in forced induction systems, it heats up, reducing its density and oxygen content. By cooling the air before it reaches the engine, intercoolers improve combustion efficiency, resulting in increased power and better fuel economy. This cooling process is essential in combating the heat generated by turbochargers, which can reach extreme temperatures during operation. Without an intercooler, an engine risks losing power potential and may be prone to detonation

An image of the new Mishimoto headquarters, located in Garnet, Valley, PA.

Looking Ahead & Behind – Mishimoto Year in Review

Posted: January 08, 2025

Author: Mark Ventresca

Now that we've closed out 2024 and started a new year, we’ve looked back at what our automotive cooling and performance auto parts team has created and the growth of our company. We are also looking into our crystal ball of what is ahead in 2025 for our new innovative product roster.

14 Holiday Gift Ideas for the Car Lovers in Your Life

Posted: December 10, 2024

Categories: Lifestyle

Every car enthusiast can always use car parts and accessories, right? Now that the holiday season is here, you may wonder what gift to get for car lovers in your life. Whether you’re shopping for a friend, family member, or partner, and regardless of your budget—big or small—Mishimoto has plenty of great options. Let’s dive into the ultimate holiday gift guide to help select the best performance upgrades & accessories, or perhaps a gift card to allow them to choose an item they’ve had their eye on.

An image of a RAM 6.7L Cummins mounted to the Mishimoto dyno.

Pedigreed Power – Performance Intercooler for 2019+ RAM 6.7L Cummins

Posted: October 14, 2024

Categories: 2019+ RAM 6.7L Cummins

Author: Josh Wayman

After reading an article in a trade journal claiming the diesel engine would never be successful on the road, Clessie Cummins, founder of Cummins Engine Co., decided to take that statement as a challenge. In a used Packard limousine with a Cummins engine swap, Clessie and his chief engineer departed Indianapolis for the 1930 Automobile Show in New York City. They faced hundreds of miles of rough roads and terrible winter weather but arrived on time and with a fuel cost of just $1.38, only to be barred from entering the show because Cummins hadn’t registered in advance.

Determined as ever, Cummins

An image of a GMC Sierra 1500 with its hood open in a garage.

Frosty Freight – Transmission Cooler for 2019+ Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500

Posted: September 25, 2024

Author: Josh Wayman

For truck enthusiasts and professionals alike, ensuring continued performance is crucial. One of the most prominent threats to a truck’s performance is heat—especially when it comes to the transmission. An overheating transmission can cause serious damage, particularly when the truck is working hard while towing or off-roading. That’s why we’ve been hard at work developing our Transmission Cooler for the 2019+ Chevrolet Silverado and GMC Sierra 1500.

Mitch, our engineer, set out to design a transmission cooler that would outperform stock. He opted for a tube-and-fin core design, which is less prone to develop air pockets as fluid moves through the system and more resistant to pressure drops. Mitch’s direct-fit

An image of a Ford F250 Super-Duty with the grille removed and a Mishimoto transmission cooler installed in front of the radiator.

Hard Lines, Hard Work – Transmission Cooler for the 2020-2022 Ford 6.7L Powerstroke

Posted: September 20, 2024

Categories: F-Series Super Duty, 6.7L Powerstroke

Author: Josh Wayman

With 475 horsepower and 1,050 ft-lbs routed through a 10-speed 10R140 TorqShift transmission, the 2020-2022 Ford 6.7L Powerstroke was designed for serious towing. With big power comes lots of heat, and this is especially true when hauling heavy loads or towing uphill. As impressive as this truck is, heat is the enemy of any transmission, and as temperatures rise, so do problems.

The stock transmission cooler does a decent job of cooling, but if you’re looking to push this truck to the limit, decent won’t do. That’s why we’ve been hard at work developing the Mishimoto Transmission Cooler for the 2020-2022 Ford 6.7L Powerstroke—the first of its kind on the market.

Hot Hatch, Cool Turbo – Performance Intercooler for the 2023+ Toyota GR Corolla

Posted: August 21, 2024

Categories: 2023+ Toyota GR Corolla

Author: Josh Wayman

As the Toyota GR Corolla enters its third model year, we’ve been hard at work expanding our lineup of performance products for the rally-inspired machine. The 1.6 liter three-cylinder G16E-GTS engine is the highest power-per-liter output of any Toyota road car engine with each cylinder responsible for 100 horsepower, boasting a total of 300 horsepower out of a remarkably small engine. The engineers at Toyota’s Gazoo Racing Division achieved this feat by pairing the G16E-GTS with a turbocharger capable of 26.3 psi of boost.

In the blog about our Performance Radiator for the GR Corolla we talked

Image of the Mishimoto Performance Transmission Cooler for the 2019+ RAM 6.7L Cummins installed.

Long Haul – Performance Transmission Cooler for 2019+ RAM 6.7L Cummins

Posted: May 08, 2024

Categories: RAM, 2019+ RAM Transmission Cooler

Author: Josh Wayman

Picture yourself on the shoulder of the highway. You noticed the gears slipping a few miles back but decided to ignore it because you were only a few miles from home. Those slipping gears turned into violent lurches, and before you knew it, your 2019+ RAM 6.7L Cummins was sporting a Christmas tree dashboard and that dreaded burnt smell. Your transmission is toast.

But it didn’t have to be this way—if you had the Mishimoto Performance Transmission Cooler, you’d have made it home.

Image of the Mishimoto Aluminum Coolant Expansion Tank installed in the engine bay of a 2024+ Ford Mustang EcoBoost

Cool & Collected – Aluminum Coolant Expansion Tank for the 2024+ Ford Mustang

Posted: April 08, 2024

Categories: SVP Vehicles, Ford, Mustang, 2024+ Ford Mustang, Aluminum Coolant Expansion Tank

Author: Josh Wayman

Every owner of a performance vehicle knows the importance of keeping their car running cool, but not everyone knows where to start when it comes to upgrading their cooling system. For owners of the 2024+ Ford Mustang looking to take the next step in performance and reliability for their car’s cooling system, it’s best to start with the basics—the coolant expansion tank.

The stock coolant expansion tank on the 2024+ Ford Mustang leaves a lot to be desired. The plastic construction isn’t just an eyesore, it’s not designed to stand the test of time. After repeated heat cycles the plastic yellows and becomes brittle, leading to a higher risk of cracking and coolant leakage. This risk only increases when the vehicle is driven hard, such as fast laps at the track or hard pulls on the dragstrip.