EV Performance & Tuning
Explore performance upgrades, aerodynamic enhancements, and tuning strategies to maximize the potential of your electric car. From software tweaks to hardware modifications, we cover everything you need to optimize your EV for speed, handling, and range.
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EV Performance & TuningInformational
Weight Reduction 101: Is Carbon Fiber Worth the Cost for Heavy EVs?
Does stripping weight off a 5,000-lb EV actually increase range? We crunch the engineering numbers on carbon fiber, unsprung weight, and the ROI of shedding pounds in 2026.
EV Performance & TuningInformational
Functional Downforce vs. Parasitic Drag: Do EV Spoilers Ruin Your Mileage?
Does that carbon fiber wing add grip or just drag? We analyze the physics of aftermarket spoilers, the trade-off between downforce and efficiency, and how to style your EV without destroying your range in 2026.
EV Performance & TuningInformational
Slammed Science: How Lowering Your EV Impacts Drag Coefficient
Does dropping your ride height actually boost efficiency? We analyze the physics of airflow, suspension geometry, and the sweet spot between stance and range.
EV Performance & TuningBuying Guide
Aero Wheels vs. Lightweights: The 2026 Guide to Rotational Mass and Efficiency
Should you prioritize cutting drag or shedding pounds? We test the best 2026 aftermarket wheels to see which design philosophy actually delivers more range.
EV Performance & TuningInformational
EV Aerodynamics & Aftermarket Mods: The Engineer’s Guide to Customizing Without Killing Range
A comprehensive 2026 engineering breakdown of how body kits, wheels, and spoilers affect electric vehicle efficiency. Learn to balance aesthetics with aerodynamics.
EV Performance & TuningBuying Guide
The 2026 Guide to Performance EV Tires: Balancing Grip, Range, and Acoustics
Electrical Engineer Evelyn Richter breaks down the best performance tires for electric vehicles in 2026. Discover how to maximize grip without destroying your range.
EV Performance & TuningReview
Porsche Simulated Shifting Review: Engineering Genius or Haptic Gimmick?
After 90 days with Porsche's controversial simulated transmission tech, our electrical engineer breaks down the torque mapping, the sensory feedback, and why adding 'flaws' to an EV might be the future of performance.
