Jeff Lutz Testing His Mustang for Speed Promotions 2025 – A Serious Contender in the Making

What’s up Street Outlaws fans! We’ve got some exciting news coming out of the offseason hustle—Jeff Lutz is back in action, and he’s been out testing his Mustang in preparation for the 2025 Speed Promotions season. With the first race just around the corner, things are heating up fast, and it looks like Lutz is making all the right moves to come out swinging.

Here at Street Outlaws Talks, we stay focused on bringing you the latest and realest updates about the racers, the rides, and the battles that keep us all on the edge of our seats. And right now, all eyes are on Lutz.

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Lutz’s Arsenal – GTO, Mustang, and the New '57

Let’s not forget, Jeff isn’t showing up with just one option. The man has a serious lineup: the trusty GTO, the reworked Mustang, and his newest weapon—the revamped ’57 Chevy. Every one of these machines has proven itself on the no prep scene, with W’s across different seasons. Lutz has been fast for years, and this season’s no different. But out of the three, the Mustang seems to be the frontrunner for 2025.

The Mustang Gets a Power Boost

Recently, Jeff made a bold move by adding nitrous to the ProCharger-powered Mustang. This setup is quickly becoming the go-to combination among racers looking to maximize horsepower and consistency. During a recent test session at Dragway 42, Jeff made eight passes—and six of them were personal bests. That’s a big deal, especially this close to race season. It’s safe to say this car is on the right track.

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This particular Mustang has some history too. It was originally run by Steven Bindle and Axman during the 2023 season and showed solid performance. Since Jeff took over, there were a few early-season struggles—including a crash—but by the end of last year, he had the car dialed in and running strong. Now with the latest upgrades, it’s looking more lethal than ever.

What About the Twin Turbo ’57?

Now, we know fans love seeing Lutz in the iconic ’57—and the new build is no slouch. It's packing a ProLine Hemi with twin turbos, arguably one of the most powerful combinations in the sport. The issue? Getting all that power to hook on a no prep surface has always been the turbo setup’s Achilles heel.

The 2025 rules now allow for a taller 36-inch tire and have scrapped the minimum weight rule, which could help the turbo combos a bit. But even with those changes, traction is still the name of the game. While turbo cars often dominate qualifying on prepped tracks, no prep racing is a different beast entirely. That’s why, even with that monster motor, the ’57 might not be Jeff’s best shot at consistent wins.

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Why the Mustang Might Be "The One"

Let’s be real: the ProCharger-and-nitrous combo on the Mustang might just be the sweet spot. It gives Jeff the torque and horsepower he needs, while still keeping the car manageable and consistent down tricky surfaces. If his recent testing is any indication, he’s got something serious brewing. With experience, tuning knowledge, and a fast car in his corner, Lutz could absolutely be a championship threat this year.

So as the countdown to the first Speed Promotions event continues, we’ll be keeping our eyes on Jeff and that Mustang. He’s hungry, he’s focused, and he’s got the tools to win.

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