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Wookiee Roar - Our Project VW Passat Gets a Borla Exhaust
We really liked the linear powerband and response of our Passat before, now that it sounds near-exotic, we can't drive it enough
Anthony Gelinas – May 17, 2017
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'15 VW GTI Project - Unitronic Flash & Corsa Exhaust Tests
We test our long term GTI with the latest mods on the dyno and at the track
Michael Febbo – Feb 2, 2016
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2015 VW GTI Project – Neuspeed Power Module and VIDI Gauge
Add more power, a bit of noise and an information display to monitor the GTI's vital signs during all the changes.
Michael Febbo – Jul 21, 2015
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VW Mk3 1.8T Conversion Kit by Black Forest Industries
1998 Volkswagen GTI receives 1.8T upgrade
Annette Carrion – Dec 6, 2013
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SEM Motorsports Intake Manifold - Upping The Velocity
The SEM Motorsports Intake Manifold delivers gains where they count, on both torque and horsepower fronts.
Dec 4, 2013
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2011 Volkswagen Golf TDI - Proven
We test the Golf TDI's ability to handle all the same mods that we would perform on a GTI 2.0T FSI to see if the clean diesel can become a lean, green tuning machine.
Anthony Gelinas – May 24, 2011
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2.0T Intake & Exhaust Dyno Test - Heavy Breathing
Following A Downpipe And Software Test, We Return To The Dyno To Measure An Intake And Exhaust On This VW Cc 2.0T.
Zack Williams – Nov 2, 2010
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2010 Volkswagen GTI 2.0 TSI - Proven
Thanks to Neuspeed, we were able to squeeze some extra horsepower out of our 2010 Volkswagen GTI 2.0 TSI using their intake and ecu flash.
Anthony Gelinas – Oct 21, 2010
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2009 Volkswagen GTI 2.0 TSI - Proven
VW's 2.0-liter turbocharged direct injection engine was predicted to be both a blessing and a curse for aftermarket part manufacturers.
Anthony Gelinas – Jul 23, 2010
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2010 Volkswagen Jetta 2.5L - Proven
Any time there's an increase in gas prices you'll often see news stories posing the question: "Is premium fuel worth the premium price?"
Anthony Gelinas – Jun 22, 2010
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Volkswagen Golf - Cam And Chip Upgrades
Read detailed instructions on how to install test cam and chip upgrades in a Volkswagen Golf, and check out cool photos of the process.
Alex Rogan – Apr 28, 2010
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Volkswagen MkIV R32 - Proven
When the Volkswagen R32 was released to the U.S. in late 2003, reviews were mixed.
Anthony Gelinas – Feb 17, 2010
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Exhaust Downpipe And Software - Volkswagen CC 2.0T Tech
We take a first crack at the VW CC 2.0T with an exhaust downpipe and software.
Greg Emmerson – Jan 12, 2010
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Volkswagen TDI Neuspeed Upgrades - Proven
Check out how installing Neuspeed software upgrades on a Volkswagen TDI can improve power and torque!
Anthony Gelinas – Jan 1, 2010
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2007 Volkswagen GTI - Proven
Check out how new performance software from HPA Motorsports improves the performance on a 2007 Volkswagen GTI and much more!
Anthony Gelinas – Nov 1, 2009
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Cold Air Intake On VW GTI VR6 - Choke On This - Tuner Tech - Exhaust Testing
We know you've been sitting on the edge of your seat since last month when we tested every true CAI (cold-air intake) we could get our hands on for the Mk4 VR6. Well, as promised, this month we tested every exhaust we could find, and here are the results. For
Philip Royle – Dec 1, 2004
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2001 Volkswagen GTI VR6 - The Great Intake Shootout - Tuner Tech
That's right, people; we've finally done it. After literally thousands of e-mails requesting a comprehensive intake test, we got off our lazy asses and did it. And if that isn't enough, there will be an exhaust test on the same car in the December issue.
Jason Jackman – Nov 1, 2004
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Dyno Cell: Neuspeed VW Supercharger
We gave you the first glimpse of this supercharger in our February 2001 issue, as it was one of the products we got spy shots of at the 2000 SEMA Show. The kit is now in full production and making boost in a 2.0-liter VW near you. The foundation of the kit is
Evan Griffey – Aug 8, 2002
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The Ultimate Volkswagen Golf VR6
When you see something, you try to identify it, then categorize it and then either pretend to understand it or admit to being clueless. Then something like this comes along: 680-plus hp, four-wheel drive and under 3,000 lbs. Would you file it under "madness" o
Aug 2, 2002
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VW Sport Tuning
For VW fanatics of years past, the GTI was the pinnacle of Volkswagen performance and technology. However, with mainstream integration of VW’s product, the original vision of the GTI has been lost, turning the GTI into little more than a trim package. G
Cullen Clutterham – Aug 1, 2001
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The never-ending hunt for power is a common one for project car builders and sometimes it’s so encapsulating, that we forget about the other crucial factors that can affect and even support those power goals. Capable braking and a dialed-in suspension come to mind here, but often neglected is engine monitoring from the driver’s seat

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