I'm sure PM got paid handsomely for featuring those company's products in that advertisement - and that's all that article was, an advertisement masquerading as an article.

Depending on the vehicle, larger/wider tires and braided metal brake hoses can be a good idea - but not necessarily the exact same products featured in the article.

Cold air intakes and larger exhausts? Can make some noticeable difference on a diesel - next to useless on a gasser from what I've heard - lot of money for minimal difference at best - and I've heard if you lower the exhaust backpressure too much on some gassers, you risk burning up exhaust valves.

High quality brake pads are ALWAYS a good idea - but again, not necessarily the high-tech racing pads featured.

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Mitchell Oates
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'87 300D 212K miles
'87 300D 151K miles - R.I.P. 12/08
'05 Jeep Liberty CRD 67K miles
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