Getting The Most Out Of A Car Tuning Job

By Chris Channing

Automotive fanatics are probably a big fan of the car tuning industry- in which they work their best to make their vehicle look great, run better, and last longer. And since there are so many ways to make an addition to different models and makes of a vehicle, most tuning jobs often result in a unique and personalized product that shows one's creativity.

The first thing that comes to mind when discussing tuning subjects is the engine of the vehicle. This is the very heart of the car, and where most of the performance tweaks and modifications are going to take place. If an automotive fanatic is purely looking for performance over style, this is the place to start.

A good body kit is giong to do wonders for a body tuning job. Body kits make a vehicle look just as impressive as they are beneficial to aerodynamic ratings. Getting an aerodynamic body kit allows for better gas mileage- which will eventually pay for itself over the years if all goes well.

Although it is hardly tuning, getting a new paint job on a vehicle is another simple way to raise market value. Simple pin stripes, designs, and reflective coats of paint can easily cost hundreds of dollars. Because of the unnecessary expense, and the fact a new paint job doesn't impact performance, paint jobs aren't commonly viewed a priority tuning job.

Keep in mind that not all tuning kits are legal in some parts of the world. Some countries demand that blue lights not be used, since emergency vehicles commonly use such lights. In the majority of places, neon lights can't be used since they are seen as distracting. In the case of neon lights, there are usually some loopholes where the lights can be used while parked for "show"- but specific laws differ from one country to another.

Car tuning is a very fine process- and one can very easily ruin their vehicle by adding modifications to it. In addition, this will often violate the warrant in which factories give out. So if the car is damaged for a reason totally unrelated to the modification, the owner is out of luck! The best course of action would be to only agree to use car tuning kits on cars that have passed warranty.

In Conclusion

Car tuning as a whole continues to be popular as a way to express how one feels about their vehicle. If you are interested to take this a step further, try consulting local auto dealers for local laws and even your manufacturer to check what would void the warranty and what wouldn't.

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