Tag: Performance
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Fast Road, Track Day and Race Wheel Alignment: The Complete Guide
Improving your car’s handling and feel is not only about replacing suspension components, fitting new tyres or reducing weight. These upgrades can all make a noticeable difference, but they will not perform at their best if the car’s wheel alignment is not set correctly. A proper four-wheel alignment is one of the most cost-effective ways… Read More
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Homologated Tyres Explained: What Are OE-Marked Tyres?
Have you ever heard of a homologated tyre or an OE Marked tyre? They have steadily become more common on vehicles over the years, but what are they, why do vehicle manufacturers use them and how can you spot them? What is a homologated tyre? A homologated tyre is developed and approved to meet the… Read More
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Fast Road vs Track Day Suspension: The Complete Guide
Choosing the right suspension upgrade is not just about fitting better components; it is about finding the right balance for how your car is actually used. A car that is used for the daily commute and the occasional weekend B-road bash will need a very different suspension setup from one that extends that spirited driving… Read More
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UK Track Day Noise Limits Explained: What You Need to Know
Track days are one of the best ways to push yourself and your vehicle to the limit, chasing that adrenaline rush and those faster sectors lap after lap on some of the nation’s most renowned circuits. Countless measures are put in place across each venue to ensure not only the drivers’ safety, but of anyone… Read More
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Brake Disc Setups Explained: Your Complete Guide
Every car has them, we all know they are important, but are they sometimes underappreciated for what they do? It’s easy to focus on the brake pads in the braking system – but let’s take a deep dive into brake discs. A brake disc, also known as a rotor, is a crucial component of a… Read More
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Your Complete Guide to Bilstein Shock Absorbers
Bilstein are arguably the biggest name in automotive suspension, with the renowned brand being founded back in 1873. Originally producing window fittings in Germany, it wasn’t until the late 1920s that they began their involvement in the automotive sector, supplying the first chrome-plated bumper and a range of jacks. This new venture was under the… Read More
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Your Complete Guide to ST Suspension Coilovers
When it comes to upgrading your car’s suspension, ST Suspensions has built a strong reputation among enthusiasts for delivering performance-focused components at an accessible price point. Originally founded in Southern California in the late 1970s, under the name Suspension Techniques, the brand quickly became known in the tuning scene. Renowned for lowering springs and sway… Read More
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The Complete Guide to Changing The Size of Your Wheels
So, you have decided you’re going to get a new set of wheels, and you also want to change the spec from OE. This can either be a change in rim diameter, or in width. But, what should you consider when doing so? Well, in this blog we explore the considerations that you need to… Read More
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Which Koni Shock Absorbers You Should Choose: A Complete Guide
When it comes to improving the way your vehicle feels and performs on the road, few upgrades make as noticeable a difference as quality shock absorbers. That’s where Koni has made its name. For decades, Koni has been a leader in suspension design, crafting high-performance shock absorbers that bring out the best in everyday driving.… Read More
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Top 5 Mods for Honda Civic Type R
Few hot hatches have made as big an impact as the Honda Civic Type R EP3. Launched in 2001 and built right here in the UK at Swindon, the EP3 quickly gained cult status for its razor-sharp handling, lightweight chassis, and screaming naturally aspirated 2.0-litre VTEC engine that revs all the way to 8,000rpm. Even… Read More