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Welcome to the Upgrade Motorsport Blog—your go-to source for motorsport news, racing setup tips, product reviews, and engineering insights. Whether you're into track days, rallying, or drift builds, we share real-world advice on how to improve lap times, optimise car handling, and make the best use of the latest motorsport upgrades.
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Everything You Need to Know About Lightweight CNC Master Cylinders for Motorsport Applications
When it comes to performance, reliability, and weight savings, selecting the right master cylinder is critical for any motorsport build.
Jun 13 min read
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Comparing Brake Master Cylinders: Upgrade Motorsport vs AP Racing, Wilwood, and Alcon
Comparing Brake Master Cylinders: Upgrade Motorsport—the CNC Alloy Billet Flange Fitment Master Cylinder and the CNC Alloy Billet Spherical Bearing Master Cylinder—against premium brands AP Racing, Wilwood, and Alcon.
May 43 min read
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Upgrade Motorsport CNC 0.625” Master Cylinder – Lightweight Performance for Brake & Clutch Systems
When it comes to maximising performance and reliability on the track, your braking and clutch systems are critical. One of the most effective upgrades for race, rally, drift, and track-day cars is the Upgrade Motorsport CNC 0.625” Master Cylinder.
May 33 min read
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10 Essential Motorsport Upgrades for Track, Rally & Drift Cars
Whether you're building a serious rally or drift machine, prepping for your next track day, or taking the leap into competitive racing, your car's performance and reliability come down to the quality of the components you choose.
Apr 213 min read
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Upgrade Motorsport Track Day Checklist: Best Performance Mods for Time Attack Racing
Wide range of Cars used in Time Attack Track Day Checklist: Best Performance Mods for Time Attack Racing Time Attack racing is one of the...
Apr 82 min read
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The Performance Benefits of a Spherical Bearing Master Cylinder Design by Upgrade Motorsport
Silverstone in the Wet - Reliable Brakes Essential Why Upgrade Your Master Cylinders? The Performance Benefits of a Spherical Bearing...
Mar 263 min read
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Upgrade Motorsport Track Day Checklist: Why Brake Upgrades Are Essential for Track Days
A track day allows drivers to explore the full potential of their cars in a controlled environment.
Mar 233 min read
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Upgrade Motorsport Track Day Checklist: Essential Mods and Preparation Tips
Track Day Checklist: Essential Mods and Preparation Tips. A track day is an exhilarating experience for any car enthusiast, offering the...
Mar 213 min read
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What Makes a Winning Motorsport Race Team
What makes a winning motorsport race team is not merely the sum of its parts but a finely tuned entity wherein each element must function...
Mar 83 min read
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Will Hydrogen Secure the ICE in Motorsport
Hydrogen engine technology is emerging as a promising alternative to conventional fossil fuel propulsion, especially in motorsport and...
Feb 163 min read
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What is a Motorsport Bias Valve by Upgrade Motorsport
What is a Motorsport Bias Valve by Upgrade Motorsport A motorsport bias valve, also known as a brake proportioning valve, is a critical...
Feb 12 min read
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The Science Behind Motorsport Performance: How Upgrades Enhance Speed, Handling, and Durability
We have created 'The Science Behind Motorsport Performance: How Upgrades Enhance Speed, Handling, and Durability' Blog. Motorsport is a...
Jan 113 min read
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What is the Formula Student Competition?
What is the Formula Student Competition? Formula Student (FS) is a globally renowned engineering competition that challenges university...
Dec 21, 20243 min read
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Do High-Quality Hydraulic Motorsport Components Boost Your Lap Times?
This is a question we often get asked 'Do High-Quality Hydraulic Motorsport Components Boost Your Lap Times?' The simple answer is YES....
Nov 7, 20241 min read
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Why use Upgrade Motorsport spherical bearing master cylinder .7 bore in your race car?
Why use Upgrade Motorsport spherical bearing master cylinder .7 bore in your race car? A motorsport spherical bearing master...
Oct 6, 20242 min read
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How to Design the Best Drifting Hydraulic Handbrake our 10 Steps
How to Design the Best Drifting Hydraulic Handbrake our 10 Steps. Designing an effective drifting hydraulic handbrake (also known as an...
Aug 31, 20243 min read
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Motorsport brake pedal and hydraulic handbrake ratio explained
In this Upgrade Motorsport Blog we are going to cover Motorsport brake pedal and hydraulic handbrake ratio explained in simple terms so...
Aug 18, 20242 min read
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What you need to understand when designing a motorsport Drift or Rally hydraulic handbrake?
Designing a hydraulic handbrake for motorsport applications such as drifting or rallying requires care and full consideration of several...
Jul 21, 20242 min read
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What is the fastest way to enter and exit a corner in motorsport?
In motorsport, the fastest way to enter and exit a corner effectively involves a combination of techniques that maximise speed while...
Jul 6, 20242 min read
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Is Electric (EVs) or Hydrogen (HFCVs) the future proof alternative power?
The debate between electric vehicles (EVs) and hydrogen fuel cell vehicles (HFCVs) centres on which technology is the best.
Jul 4, 20243 min read
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