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<\/a><\/p>\n1. \u201cAdd Lightness\u201d to your Vehicle<\/strong><\/p>\n If you\u2019ve been piling things into your car over time, you\u2019ve likely noticed a decline in your vehicle\u2019s performance. \u201cAdd lightness\u201d by removing excess cargo, and you could improve performance, handling, and efficiency.<\/p>\n 2. Premium Oil Isn\u2019t Just for Show<\/strong><\/p>\n Experimenting with different types of motor oil could improve the short- and long-term performance on your vehicle. Many older vehicles don\u2019t play nice with synthetic oils, but in most modern vehicles, it\u2019s a step in the right direction.<\/p>\n 3. Polyurethane is a Must<\/strong><\/p>\n More recent vehicle may already carry polyurethane bushings, but in many older vehicles, adding them can make a huge difference in the way your vehicle handles. Focus on your suspension and sway bars, and if that works out, consider moving on to your engine mounts.<\/p>\n 4. Replace Everything On Time<\/strong><\/p>\n Replacing your oil, transmission fluid, air filter, oil filter, and spark plugs should be done regularly, as recommended in your vehicle\u2019s manual. Don\u2019t fall behind on this easy and crucial maintenance!<\/p>\n Worried about all of these costs piling up? Find out how much you could be saving with cheap car insurance<\/a> from Cost-U-Less<\/a> Direct!<\/p>\n 5. Upgrade your Stereo with an AUX Input<\/strong><\/p>\n Listening to music on your favorite device is a great diversion, but when you\u2019re on the road, you probably won\u2019t want to have earbuds in. Installing an auxiliary input or upgrading your head unit can allow you to plug anything with a headphone jack right into your car\u2019s stereo.<\/p>\n 6. Get Your Hands on a Strut Tower Brace Kit<\/strong><\/p>\n Installing a strut tower under your hood will make an immediate difference in the way your vehicle handles. While this might sound more complicated, kits are available that make the process a breeze. If you\u2019re feeling crafty, you can even make one yourself out of steel.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 7. Take Care of Your Tires!<\/strong><\/p>\n Keeping your tires sufficiently inflated is the easiest way to increase your gas mileage in a matter of seconds, and buying good tires is worth every penny. Better wheels hold onto the road better, making them safer and more capable of high-performance tasks.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 8. Rims are More than Just Pretty Chrome<\/strong><\/p>\n Choosing a set of rims will often come down to personal preference, but there\u2019s still a good reason to choose carefully: lighter rims perform better and could contribute to better braking and gas mileage.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n 9. Improve Airflow with a Better Exhaust<\/strong><\/p>\n Upgrading your exhaust pipes could have a profound effect on the way your vehicle performs, handles, and sounds. Just be sure to pick something with a sound you can live with \u2013 nothing\u2019s worse than turning your car into an obnoxious noisemaker.<\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n