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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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Upgrade Motorsport Brake Bias / Balance Valve Correct Fittings & Torque Settings Installation Guide
Why This Guide Matters. We’ve recently seen a few customers experience fitment issues, including stripped threads and minor fluid leaks, during installation.These problems are almost always caused by incorrect fitting, incorrect torque, using the wrong flare type, or over-tightening the M10 fittings. To help prevent this, we’ve created this detailed Upgrade Motorsport Bias Valve Correct Fittings & Torque Settings Installation Guide. In this guide we cover the correct fittings
Oct 254 min read


Shaping the Flow – F1 Sidepods, Cooling, and Mid-Car Aerodynamics by Guest Writer Felix
If the front wing sets the tone and the floor generates the power, then the sidepods and midsection of a Formula 1 car are where the real artistry of aerodynamic design comes alive.
Oct 253 min read


Hidden Formula 1 Aerodynamics – Wheels, Brake Ducts, and Suspension by Guest Writer Felix
When people think of Formula 1 aerodynamics, they picture massive wings, sleek floors, and aggressive diffusers. But some of the most important aerodynamic work happens in places you might never look, around the wheels, inside the brake ducts, and even along the suspension arms. These components don’t just support or cool the car, they’re meticulously sculpted to shape airflow and reduce drag. This is the world of hidden aero, subtle, complex, and absolutely vital.
Oct 133 min read


Upgrade Motorsport Brake Bias Valve – Installation, Bleeding & Fitment Guide
Lever and Screw Type Brake Bias Valve – Installation, Bleeding & Fitment Guide
Upgrade your brake system with precision using the Lever Type or Screw Brake Bias Valve. Follow this guide to ensure safe, efficient installation and optimal performance.
Oct 92 min read


Cutting Through the Air in F1 – The Front Wing and Nose by Guest Writer Felix
As a Formula 1 car thunder down a straight, the very first thing to hit the air is not the engine, the tires, or even the driver's helmet, it's the nose and front wing cutting through the air in F1. That is where aerodynamics become important. How a front wing cuts, flexes, and diverts airflow determines how the rest of the car will act. It is the maestro conductor, striking the note for everything else to come.
Sep 113 min read


Why Choose an Upgrade Motorsport Hydraulic Handbrake DIY Kit?
When it comes to building a race-ready vehicle, control, flexibility, and precision are non-negotiable. At Upgrade Motorsport, we’ve developed two new Motorsport Hydraulic Handbrake DIY Kits designed specifically for motorsport engineers, fabricators, and teams who demand more than a bolt-on solution.
Sep 63 min read


Upgrade - Exploring the Latest Trends in Race Car Technology
Race cars are on the cutting edge of technology and engineering. As the world of motorsport continues to evolve,
Jul 124 min read
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