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Here Are the First Five Mods You Should Do to Your Car

From Road & Track

When people start modifying their cars, their first thought is usually to increase the power. More horsepower means a faster, more enjoyable car, right? Well, as it turns out, the first mods you should be doing to your car have nothing to do with power.

The first car mods any enthusiast should consider seem pretty obvious. A car's tires are the ultimate upgrade to any car, helping in acceleration, cornering speed, and stopping distance. Brakes are also a good enhancement, allowing for better grab, more stopping power, and the ability to soak up more heat.

A limited-slip differential helps distribute power better to each of a car's driven wheels more evenly, and a shorter final drive ratio puts more torque to the wheels faster.

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Finally, an exhaust is a great upgrade for more fun in your car, but not for reasons you might think. In addition to the more enjoyable engine sound, a good exhaust will also shed numerous pounds from a car's curb weight.

Jason Fenske of Engineering Explained is here to show us why these mods are the best choices for people thinking about taking the dive into car customization.

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