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Grant Lockhead
6 days ago3 min read
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...
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Grant Lockhead
Dec 21, 20243 min read
What is the Formula Student Competition?
What is the Formula Student Competition? Formula Student (FS) is a globally renowned engineering competition that challenges university...
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Grant Lockhead
Nov 7, 20241 min read
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....
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Grant Lockhead
Oct 6, 20242 min read
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...
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Grant Lockhead
Aug 31, 20243 min read
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...
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Grant Lockhead
Aug 18, 20242 min read
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...
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Grant Lockhead
Jul 21, 20242 min read
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...
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Grant Lockhead
Jul 6, 20242 min read
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...
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Grant Lockhead
Jul 4, 20243 min read
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.
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Grant Lockhead
May 18, 20242 min read
Best Motorsport Braking Technique in the Wet from Upgrade Motorsport
Braking in wet conditions requires a refined technique to maximise safety and performance.
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Grant Lockhead
May 18, 20242 min read
Why use an Upgrade Motorsport Bias Valve in your Race Car?
A bias valve, also known as a brake bias valve or proportioning valve, is used in motorsport to control the brake distribution.
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Grant Lockhead
Jan 14, 20242 min read
Upgrade Motorsport - What is Brake by Wire....?
Brake by wire is used in some high end Motorsport however most levels of Motorsport utilise the standard Hydraulic Brake and Clutch...
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Grant Lockhead
Dec 30, 20232 min read
What are Hydraulic Motorsport Systems and basics of Pascals Law...?
Hydraulic pressure refers to the force exerted by a fluid, usually a liquid, in a confined space or system. This force is a result of the...
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Grant Lockhead
Dec 28, 20232 min read
Where are Hydraulics used in Motorsport...?
Motorsport hydraulic systems play a crucial role in various aspects of racing vehicles, providing precise control and efficient...
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Grant Lockhead
Dec 28, 20232 min read
What are the Basics of the Motorsport Hydraulic Handbrake...?
A hydraulic handbrake, also known as a hydraulic e-brake or hydraulic drift brake, is a device used in certain vehicles, particularly in...
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Grant Lockhead
Dec 27, 20232 min read
Upgrade Motorsport: Exploring Motorsport Hydraulic Brake Systems & Understanding Brake Fluid.....?
Brake fluid is a critical component in motorsport hydraulic brake systems, and its primary purpose is to transmit force and pressure from...
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Grant Lockhead
Dec 27, 20232 min read
How Does a Motorsport Master Cylinder Work....?
A motorsport master cylinder is a key component in a hydraulic brake system, which is commonly used in automobiles. Its primary function...
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