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August 23 was Gale Banks' birthday. To celebrate, the team was treated to gourmet burgers from Twoheys and handmade ice cream Sundays from Handels. Working for this living legend has its perks. If you'd like to join our team of innovators and fine food lovers, peek at our careers page. https://bnks.pw/jobs

What happens when Gale Banks joins Donut's Nolan Sykes to watch catastrophic Diesel fails? Comedy, that's what! Donut Media's new series, Real Mechanic Stuff, features respected figures in engineering and mechanics reacting to hilarious mishaps and blunders. This may be the best way to spend 16 minutes of your week. 

To better understand how Ford is winning the diesel horsepower war today, Gale Banks inspects a 2011 Ford Power Stroke that was given to him back in 2010. He tears down the engine and details various important innovations found inside this groundbreaking V8. https://lnkd.in/gVaf5_63

"A little backpressure is good, right?" In this latest episode of Banks Entry Level, we explore why exhaust backpressure is always bad and where the "some backpressure is good" myth originated. This one is sure to cause barstool banter. #automotive #education #engineering https://lnkd.in/g9HdDM6i

"A little backpressure is good, right?" In this latest episode of Banks Entry Level, we explore why exhaust backpressure is always bad and where the "some backpressure is good" myth originated. This one is sure to cause barstool banter. 🏁 #automotive #education #engineering https://lnkd.in/g9HdDM6i

Recently, Banks hosted our first blood drive with the #AmericanRedCross. A big thank you goes out to everyone who contributed life's most precious liquid: your donation made a difference. Together as a group, our contribution was enough to save the lives of 70 people. It's amazing how much of an impact we can make on a great cause. We'll continue looking for ways to support our community. #communitysupport #blooddrive

During the company's most recent Food Truck Friday, Gale Banks personally handed a Banks Diesel Hybrid HMMWV challenge coin to team members who contributed to the groundbreaking project. These special commemorative coins celebrate achievements in electrical and mechanical engineering, fabrication, test, procurement, and marketing departments. Banks' 65+ years of expertise with internal combustion engine technology, combined with cutting-edge electrical engineering and computer science, has made the company a powerhouse in diesel hybrid technology. Those who've served in the military or worked for the Department of Defense know what a challenge coin represents. They’ve been an American military tradition for a century, meant to instill unit pride, improve esprit de corps, and reward hard work and excellence. The embossing on the front of the Banks coin reads, "Redefining Military Performance." The back describes the engine and team who designed and built it; "Banks D630TH (D-diesel, 6-cylinder, 3-liter, T-turbo, H-hybrid) Turbo Hybrid Development Team." Congratulations and thank you to all those involved in this amazing project. The vehicle is currently undergoing testing at the U.S. Army's Aberdeen Proving Ground. 

Here's to 2024, Happy New Year! 🥳🎉🍻 #bankspower #happynewyear

Banks hosted our annual Thanksgiving luncheon to give thanks to each and every employee for all of their hard work and dedication throughout the year. We could not do it without them. During our luncheon we honored our long-time colleague of 23 years, Thomas Boardman, who lost his battle with cancer this week. This serves as a reminder to always be thankful for our loved ones and to never forget that every day is a gift. 

The Society of Automotive Engineers Southern California section chose to honor Gale Banks with the Peter Bryant Challenger Award. It’s an amazing honor to share this award with the likes of Dan Gurney, Phil Remington, and Ed Iskenderian. The event also presented an opportunity to talk to SAE students about the future of automotive engineering and Banks Power.