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We look at what it takes to build a 10 second car and examine the power and weight requirements to reach the sub 11 second goal on the drag strip.
Follow our tips and you can make a 10 second car quite cheaply and within your budget with some power mods and serious weight reduction.
Quick shift gearstick quickshift kits![](https://www.carref.com/cms_admin/images/quickshift1-266x114.jpg)
Being able to change gear as quickly as possible can make a big difference in time critical situations like drag racing and even track day racing.
The slowest component in any car is the driver and there is little that can be done to improve that. A quick shift kit will help to give you the competitive edge by enabling faster gear changes and allowing more ‘feel’ by reducing play.
Best cold air intake induction kits and performance impact![](https://www.carref.com/cms_admin/images/induction-kit-box-266x114.jpg)
Cold air intakes and induction kits and the effect on performance. "Suck it and see – induction kits." Improving the […]
Remaps for diesel engines![](https://www.carref.com/cms_admin/images/remap-266x114.jpg)
Our members frequently talk about their latest mods and power figures. Many of our members have remapped their diesel engines and boast of more power, better economy and unchanged reliability.
But do the claims live up to reality? What sort of power figures can you get from a diesel remap? Diesels have really come so far in a very short time.