Reduce and Get Rid of Excess Weight
Anything extra in the vehicle is going to take away from how fast it can go. Have random items in your trunk? Take them out. Have a large sound system? That unfortunately can go too, especially if you want to increase the overall speed.
In addition to removing the excess weight scattered throughout the car, you can also remove weight from other areas such as the back seats, spare tire, and carpet. This will decrease the overall weight of the vehicle and allow for the car to accelerate at a quicker rate.
Become a Better Driver
Nobody is saying that you are a bad driver; however, there is always room for growth. Taking the time to improve your driving skills will directly correlate to how fast you can drive your car.
Buy a New Turbocharger
While some might not need this step, for others this might make a world of difference. Replacing and upgrading the turbocharger if you purchase the right one will overall improve the driving quality and overall speed of the car. This is because so many different elements are negatively affected when a turbocharger is not working properly in a vehicle.
Keep in mind that you might not always have to purchase a new turbocharger. Restoring older vehicles and their parts, which might just include a turbocharger, might be your best option.
Look at the Air and Fuel Levels
Fuel is a necessity. The more fuel you put into your vehicle, the more power your vehicle can make.
Exhaust Systems Can Be Upgraded
While yes this will cost money, it can also make the difference that you need regarding car speed. Be cognizant of the rules and regulations of your state when upgrading the system. By making this upgrade you can not only generate some extra power, but you should also be mindful of the extra noise that will come with the power.
Adjust and Upgrade Suspension and Brakes
Don’t let your brakes become an afterthought. Not only should you upgrade or replace your brakes when you make improvements to your acceleration, but you should also make sure to actively pay attention to your brake fluid and brake hoses as well.
Better overall suspension in the vehicle will allow for the car to accelerate at a faster speed. Not only will it increase the speed, but it will improve the overall control that you have as a driver. Keep in mind these are upgrades that should be done for all cars.
Keep It Maintained
While all these tips will make a difference in the overall speed of the vehicle, the way you take care of your vehicle can still make all the difference. Being a diligent and caring vehicle owner can help you in ways you never even imagined. Keeping your vehicle in tip-top shape will always ensure that the parts within the vehicle are working efficiently and successfully. If parts aren’t broken or in bad condition, this will ensure that your car is working at the best possible speed.
If you want your vehicle to perform at its highest possible speed, follow some of these tips to make your car drive faster. Not only do these tips increase speed, but they also increase the overall quality of your vehicle.
Van Rundell is a writer and author who specializes in transportation, travel, guidance, health & fitness. With over 10 years of experience in the industry as a driver and an entrepreneur, he has seen it all. His tone is professional but friendly with a dash of humor thrown in for good measure. In past, he has been advising, educating and writing about transport for the public and professionals alike.
A qualified fitness instructor with over 5 years’ experience as a personal trainer and group fitness instructor, Van brings his deep knowledge of health and exercise science to his articles on health & fitness.
