Are you into cars and car modifications? Some people modify their car to have it look better, while some do it for performance benefits. But what if you could have both?
An aftermarket exhaust is a popular upgrade to a huge variety of cars, from hot hatches to pickup trucks. They can instantly improve the aesthetic of your vehicle, and there is a load of other benefits, too.
We’re going to take a look at 5 of the benefits of aftermarket exhaust systems, and once we’re done, you might just be heading out to get one yourself! Let’s jump in.
1. Improved Power
One of the biggest reasons anyone will fit an aftermarket exhaust system is for the potential performance benefits it brings.
The more efficiently an engine can run, the more power you will get from it. An aftermarket exhaust helps here in a few ways;
- clears emissions from the engine more efficiently
- reduces the back-pressure
With both of these benefits at play, the engine is allowed to “breathe” more easily and so will maximize the performance.
2. Improved Fuel Economy
Contrary to what you may think, a performance exhaust can actually improve your fuel economy. This is for a similar reason to the power improvements—the engine is allowed to operate more efficiently.
Because a bigger exhaust releases pressure, airflow is improved throughout the engine and the engine will do less work in fighting against the pressure.
3. Improved Sound
If you love the sound of high-end sports cars but perhaps don’t have the budget for one, an aftermarket exhaust can give you that exhilarating roar that you’re looking for.
The larger the muffler, the bigger a sound you’ll get from the exhaust.
4. Improved Aesthetic
Exhausts come in all shapes and sizes – if you go for a reputable brand like HKS Exhaust you’ll be sure to find the best aftermarket exhaust for your car.
You could go for a large single exhaust, a combined double muffler, or a split exhaust. Bear in mind that you may need to also modify your rear bumper if you’re going for a significant change.
5. Make Your Car Stand Out
One of the reasons people modify and upgrade cars is to make them instantly recognizable, set apart, standing out from the crowd.
Imagine people knew your car not just by the way it looked but by the sound it makes? They may hear you coming from a mile away but they’ll know exactly who you are!
An aftermarket exhaust may not be for everyone (you may even get a few complaints) but nobody can deny it’ll make your car unique!
Do You Want an Aftermarket Exhaust?
If you’re considering an aftermarket exhaust, hopefully this article will have convinced you. You may have thought the only benefit was the aesthetic and sound, but there are economic and performance benefits to boot!
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