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Tune-Up After Performance Mods: Why You Should Retune & Reinspect

When you’ve invested time and money into performance modifications—whether it’s a cold-air intake, upgraded exhaust, turbocharger kit or high-flow intercooler—there’s one critical step that sometimes gets overlooked: the proper retune…
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The Future of Street Performance: What the Next 5 Years Holds

The world of street performance cars is poised for major transformation over the next five years. For enthusiasts, tuners and everyday drivers alike, the phrase future of street performance isn’t…
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Restomods: Combining Classic Aesthetics with Modern Performance

Introduction In the world of automotive enthusiasts, the term "restomod" has gained significant traction. A fusion of "restoration" and "modification," restomods breathe new life into classic cars by integrating modern…
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Top 5 Signs Your Suspension Needs an Upgrade (And the Best Solutions)

Introduction If your car feels rougher than usual, drifts through corners, or takes forever to settle after a bump, your suspension may be due for an upgrade. Many drivers focus…
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Top 5 Hybrid Powertrain Mods for Track Use

Hybrid cars have evolved far beyond eco-commuter status. Today’s hybrid systems combine internal combustion power with electric torque to create blistering acceleration and energy recovery capabilities that make them deadly…
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Motorsport to Street: How to Turn a Race Car Into a Daily Performer

Many car enthusiasts fantasize about owning a race car — raw, aggressive, uncompromising. But few realize the challenge of making such a beast livable on daily roads. The goal of…
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Optimizing Intake & Exhaust Flow: Data-Driven Upgrades

When it comes to squeezing every last bit of performance from your engine, airflow is king. In this guide, we’ll walk through how to use data, diagnostics, and precision upgrades…
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Secrets of Suspension Setup: Corner Weights, Springs & Dampers for U.S. Tracks

When it comes to extracting the last ounce of performance from your car, suspension tuning is the secret language of speed. Every curve, bump, and corner of a U.S. race…
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Thermal Management 101: Keeping Your Engine Cool Under Performance Loads

High-performance driving demands more than horsepower and torque. Every extra bit of power comes with one unavoidable side effect: heat. Without proper engine thermal management, excessive heat can destroy reliability,…
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Sustainability & Green Racing: Hydrogen, EV, Carbon Offsets

Motorsport has long been a symbol of innovation, speed, and technical mastery. From Formula 1 to grassroots racing, the industry has consistently pushed the boundaries of what is possible in…
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How Forced Induction (Turbo / Supercharger) Technologies Are Evolving for Better Response

Forced induction has always been the holy grail of performance tuning. By cramming more air into the combustion chamber, engines can burn more fuel and produce more power. For decades,…
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Lightweight Materials in Car Mods: Carbon Fiber, Forged Aluminum, & Advanced Composites

Lightweight Materials in Car Mods: Carbon Fiber, Forged Aluminum, & Advanced CompositesBy Autosport Performance Editorial TeamIn the world of performance car modifications, one principle stands out: lighter is faster. Reducing…
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Hybrid Performance: How to Tune Hybrids Without Compromising Efficiency

Hybrid Performance: How to Tune Hybrids Without Compromising Efficiency Hybrid cars have become a staple on American roads, offering drivers the best of both worlds—impressive fuel economy and lower emissions…
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Aftermarket Aerodynamics: Not Just for Looks — Hot Tech for 2025

Car enthusiasts often debate whether aftermarket aerodynamics are truly functional or merely cosmetic. While it’s true that some drivers add spoilers, wings, and diffusers simply for style, 2025 is proving…