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Latest car tuning and car modification advice. Keep up to date with the latest car styling and performance enhancing trends with Torquecars the independent car modding resource.

Car insurance quotes for Modded cars :- Finding low car insurance quotes for modified cars - 2011-08-29T00:00:00Z

Modded car insurance : Any modification to your car must be notified to your insurers or you risk invalidating your cover.

Remapped sport computer tuning ECU remaps :- ECU reloaded - 2011-08-29T00:00:00Z

remapped ECU : When a manufacturer creates a timing MAP they build into it a big margin of error

Remapping a turbo diesel engine. :- More power, more economy it sounds too good to be true. - 2011-08-29T00:00:00Z

Diesel remaps : More BHP, oodles of Torque and better MPG. It almost seems to be too good to be true.

Induction kits & what they do. :- An introduction to induction kits - 2011-08-29T00:00:00Z

Induction Kit intro : The induction kit is quite simply an open air filter shaped like a cone, dome or tube.

Adding a supercharger - the advantages and disadvantages. :- SuperCharge me. - 2011-08-29T00:00:00Z

Superchargers : Any compression of air will raise the air temperature, so add an intercooler to keep the air charge cool.

Re upholstery for your cars interior. :- New threads for your car. - 2011-08-29T00:00:00Z

car upholstery : Why put up with a boring interior? You are going to spend most of your time looking at it - let your car reflect your individuality.

Performance engine tuning modifications. :- Dont torque to me like that! - 2011-08-29T00:00:00Z

Basic engine mods : You want to avoid ending up with a high BHP engine that has an unusably narrow torque band! Rather than look at a peak power figure attention should be paid to the torque curve.

Uprating the turbo with aftermarket turbos :- Gimme a boost - 2011-08-29T00:00:00Z

Turbo uprating : >TorqueCars strongly recommend an upgrade to a ball bearing based turbo unit - they spool up faster, tolerate higher speeds and hotter temperatures. If you are running power in excess of 300bhp then a ball bearing turbo should be considered essential.

Tuning the Popular BMW 3 Series. :- BMW 3 series tuning. - 2011-08-16T00:00:00Z

3 Series Tuning : Stunning handling and a great range of engines clearly mark the 3 series BMW out from the competition as a drivers car.

A look at the amazing single and double Vanos Control systems. :- BMWs VANOS Explained - 2011-08-16T00:00:00Z

VANOS : What exactly is VANOS, what does it do for your engine and how does it work.

Nikasil problems on BMW engines. :- A look at the BMW Nikasil Issue - 2011-08-16T00:00:00Z

Nikasil Issue : A lot of people worry about the BMW Nikasil issue so we take a look at what it is, how to avoid it and the engines affected.

Changing brake pads and discs :- Taking a brake from it all - 2011-08-11T00:00:00Z

Changing Brake Pads : Changing brake pads and discs is a relatively straightforward job if you have the right tools and know what you are doing.

Adding vinyl car stickers for a completely different look! :- I'm getting stuck on you. - 2011-07-14T00:00:00Z

Car stickers : The stickers are more flexible when warm so apply them on a warm day and take your time smoothing down the sticker to remove air bubbles as you peel away the backing.

What a wind up :- Our top 10 driving wind ups - 2011-07-14T00:00:00Z

Top Wind Ups : How many of our top 10 wind ups are you guilty of? I bet we all do some of these NO - NO's from time to time.

Track day driving tips. :- The Top 10 Driving wind ups. - 2011-07-14T00:00:00Z

Track day tips : Cornering – the exit speed is what gives you the advantage – so slow up early and accelerate through the corner on a trailing throttle building up power

Cold air intakes and induction kits and the effect on performance. :- Suck it and see - induction kits. - 2011-06-26T00:00:00Z

Induction Kits : Cold air induction kits, a cheap way of making the most of induction roar and freeing up a little top end power.

Chip Tuning :- A Chip off the old block. - 2011-06-23T00:00:00Z

Chip Tuning : Chip replacements were the only way to change a cars mapping but now with standardized diagnostic ports it is much easier.

Car Cleaning tips :- The ultimate shampoo and set! - 2011-06-23T00:00:00Z

Car cleaning tips : TIP: Don't clean the car on a hot sunny day - wait for the evening otherwise you will have smears all over the body work as the water dries.

MPG Calculator - from Miles and Litres or your last fillup cost :- Convert to Miles per Gallon (UK Imperial) - 2011-06-23T00:00:00Z

MPG Calculator :

Stretched tyres, legal and safe or not? :- It's a long stretch. - 2011-06-20T00:00:00Z

Stretched tyres : Are stretched tyres safe or even legal, TorqueCars attempt to unpick the arguments for and against.

Vinyl Vehicle Wraps :- Let's wrap this one up! - 2011-06-20T00:00:00Z

Vehicle Wraps : A vinyl wrap is one of the easiest ways to completely transform the look of your car. We look at the latest vinyl wraps and how to apply them.

Which is the best to use, car wax or polish? What is the difference? :- A well polished cleaning method. - 2011-06-20T00:00:00Z

Polish or wax? : You need to determine if the paint defect is above or below the surface and use either a finishing wax or polish the paint first.

Window tinting film for your car. :- Give your car some shades - 2011-06-20T00:00:00Z

Window Tinting : There are lots of benefits to window tints, however not all tints are legal in certain countries.

Errors people make on their cars. :- Tuning mistakes - 2011-06-20T00:00:00Z

Car Tuning Mistakes : It is often a minority of idiots that spoil it for the real enthusiasts when legislation is introduced outlawing various modifications.

Tuning diesels for maximum power and torque :- Doctored Diesels - 2011-06-20T00:00:00Z

Diesel Tuning : Diesels have come of age - near Boxter mid range grunt and twice the MPG.

Adding spoilers and wings for aerodynamic enhancement :- You Spoiler all my fun. - 2011-06-20T00:00:00Z

Spoilers & Wings : A single rear wing or spoiler is a pointless addition as a performance enhancement, although it may look cool! 

Tailored, fitted and off the shelf car mats. :- Does it really MATter? - 2011-06-13T00:00:00Z

car mats : The wrong choice of car mat can seriously damage your gearbox or even lead to an accident.

Volvo 740 Tuning :- The 740 is one of the best Volvos from a tuning point of view. - 2011-06-09T00:00:00Z

740 Tuning : Spending a little money on the engine and handling will transform your car into a very credible performer.

Volvo 960 Tuning :- It is big and it is clever. - 2011-06-09T00:00:00Z

960 Tuning : Following our tips for tuning your 960 you will end up with a practical scorching hatch that will embarrass bigger cars.

Volvo 760 Tuning :- Showing that Square is Beautiful - 2011-06-09T00:00:00Z

760 Tuning : Enjoy your 760 and tune the engine to the max with our simple tuning tips.

Volvo 940 Tuning :- 940 Big Bold and Beautiful - 2011-06-09T00:00:00Z

940 Tuning : Spending a little money on the engine and handling will transform your car into a very credible performer.

Volvo 260 Tuning :- The 260 could be a real surprise. - 2011-06-09T00:00:00Z

260 Tuning : Enjoy your 260 to the full with our tuning tips and turn it into a fun car.

Electric water pumps for performance engines. :- Pump up the volume! - 2011-06-08T00:00:00Z

Electric Water pumps : When you look at the benefits of electric water pumps you wonder why they are not fitted as standard to cars - but as always it often 'boils' down to cost!

Is running a car on LPG the cheaper option? :- Something to Gas about - 2011-06-08T00:00:00Z

LPG conversions : So how many miles do you have to do to save money by converting to LPG.

Dashboard styling :- Adding a dash of style! - 2011-06-08T00:00:00Z

Dashboard styling : Treat your eyes to a nicely finished interior. You'll spend much time looking at the car interior.

Adding an aftermarket turbo to a car. :- Fully charged - 2011-06-02T00:00:00Z

Adding a Turbo : >Put a turbo on an engine with an 10:1 compression ratio and watch it go bang! There are a lot of considerations to make when adding a turbo to a NASP engine.

Respraying your car tips guide and hints :- Slap on the colour - 2011-06-02T00:00:00Z

Respraying a car : A professional respray can only be achieved by a professional sprayer in a filtered booth with good quality spray tools. But a patient DIY'er can still do a good job with a tin of spray paint.

Mossleman Supercharger kits :- Getting more power without hurting your pocket - 2011-06-02T00:00:00Z

NEW Supercharger Kits : The Mosselmann Turbo and Supercharger kits represent fantastic value and are one of the most significant modifications around.

Slip diffs :- Time for something DIFFrent - 2011-06-01T00:00:00Z

Slip diffs : >Under heavy load and especially in low grip conditions you will really start to appreciate a limited slip diff.

Car interior cleaning :- Its an inside job. - 2011-06-01T00:00:00Z

Interior Cleaning : Don't overlook the interior of your car when it comes to cleaning it. You spend more time looking at this than the outside.