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2009 news review
2009 saw many car companies under threat of bankrupcy
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Alloy wheels
Alloy wheels and their impact on handling and performance
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Valve Springs
We take a look at the phenomenal work done by the valve springs in an engine and the impact this has on performance
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Car stickers
Stickers can give the quickest and cheapest transformation to your car
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de badging
Debadging is a very simple modification that improves the look of the car
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Ricer or Racer
Find out if you are a RICER or a RACER in our fun personality profile test
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MPG from km
Calculate your MPG from Kilometers for all those UK drivers with imported cars
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Car tuning - Advice for Modified performance Cars
It is possible to blow huge amounts of money on car tuning ruining it and ending up with a fuel drinking stodgy bone shaker that looks like a Christmas tree from last year. To discuss car tuning projects and ideas more fully you can join us in our fast growing forum where you are sure to meet like minded car enthusiasts.
This car tuning guide is intended to assist you in deciding which mods to do and gives a realistic opinion of what the car will end up like and gives a common sense guide on the pitfalls to avoid and common mistakes. Track cars are rebuilt each time they are raced and they are set up for optimum conditions on the flat surface of the track.
We have to tune our cars to work for a whole year without a service. We run over potholes and speed bumps and contend with a variety of weather conditions and loads. With this in mind we need to target practical tuning mods that will cope with everyday driving and maintain reliability but also help you to get the maximum enjoyment from your car.
Latest Article in: Tuning

Basic engine mods
Engine Tuning, an overview of engine modification & tuning options to improve performance. A brief introduction to the tuning mods to lift performance of your engine. Read article...
>>> Diesels articles
Diesel remaps
Remapping a turbo diesel engine is one of the best value modifications around. You will often see a power increase in the order of 30% and get more Torque, BHP and better MPG. Read article...
Other articles in this section...
Diesel Tuning - Read article...
Particulate filters - Read article...
>>> Engine Mods articles
Electric Water pumps
Electric water pumps do not rob the engine crank of power and they maintain a steady operating temperature. This means a performance car can be driven harder and be set for optimum power/economy at a flick of a switch. Read article...
Other articles in this section...
Basic engine mods - Read article...
Engine Knock - Read article...
Flywheel lightening - Read article...
Sports coils - Read article...
remapped ECU - Read article...
>>> Forced Induction articles
Turbos
We take a look at the turbo, how it has developed over the years and the pros and cons of turbo engines. Turbo engines produce far more power than an equivalent NASP engine and offer a good compromise between power and economy. It is the power we are most Read article...
Other articles in this section...
Adding a Turbo - Read article...
Remote Turbo - Read article...
Turbo uprating - Read article...
intercoolers - Read article...
Superchargers - Read article...
>>> Improve Handling articles
Improving braking
Making the car go faster means you should also be able to brake faster. Adding uprated brake mods like vented and grooved brake discs and DOT 5 fluid will improve your stopping power. Read article...
Other articles in this section...
Suspension settings - Read article...
Strut braces - Read article...
Weight reduction - Read article...
Spoilers & Wings - Read article...
Roll cages - Read article...
>>> Intake & Exhaust articles
Sport Catalysts
The pros and cons of fitting a sports catalyst to your car. We also discuss running a decat and how this compares with a sports cat. Read article...
Other articles in this section...
Sports exhausts - Read article...
Induction Kits - Read article...
Exhaust wraps - Read article...
Valve Springs - Read article...
Fuel and additives - Read article...
>>> Transmission articles
Slip diffs
Upgrading the limited Slip diff LSD in a car can improve its handling in corners and the wet. Uprated LSD is often overlooked when it comes to tuning but can really reduce your track times. Read article...
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Quick shift kits - Read article...
Gearboxes - Read article...
Performance clutches - Read article...
>>> Wheels & Tyres articles
Performance tyres
Selection of performance tyres, tread patterns, softness and profile can have a big effect on performance. Read article...
- [ Basic engine mods ]
- [ Sports exhausts ]
- [ Diesel remaps ]
- [ Sport Catalysts ]
- [ Engine Knock ]
- [ Adding a Turbo ]
- [ Quick shift kits ]
- [ Flywheel lightening ]
- [ Gearboxes ]
- [ Performance tyres ]
- [ Sports coils ]
- [ remapped ECU ]
- [ Tune a Car ]
- [ Diesel Tuning ]
- [ Alloy wheels ]
- [ Turbos ]
- [ Engine Swaps ]
- [ Camshafts ]
- [ Remote Turbo ]
- [ Porting and polishing ]
- [ Turbo uprating ]
- [ Induction Kits ]
- [ Chip Tuning ]
- [ Safety Mods ]
- [ Exhaust wraps ]
- [ Adding nitrous ]
- [ Suspension settings ]
- [ intercoolers ]
- [ Intake Valves ]
- [ Cryogenic Treatments ]
- [ Water Injection ]
- [ Better spark ]
- [ Slip diffs ]
- [ Superchargers ]
- [ Engine balancing ]
- [ Improving braking ]
- [ Screamer pipes, BOV's ]
- [ Valve Springs ]
- [ Fuel and additives ]
- [ Electric Water pumps ]
- [ Performance clutches ]
- [ Strut braces ]
- [ Boost controllers ]
- [ Weight reduction ]
- [ Engine rebore ]
- [ Spoilers & Wings ]
- [ Particulate filters ]
- [ Intake vents ]
- [ Fuelling ]
- [ Roll cages ]
- [ Suspension ]
- [ Tuning for MPG ]
- [ Forced Induction ]
- [ Engine mods ]
All Tuning Articles

