📥Aftermarket intakes increase horsepower and engine sound while improving airflow.
🌬️Cold air intakes relocate the filter to a cooler area, allowing denser air for more power.
🔇Stock airboxes muffle engine sound, while aftermarket intakes enhance the induction noise.
🔎Research forums to find the best intake for your car model and address potential downsides.
💪An aftermarket intake can provide a noticeable difference in performance, especially in smaller cars.
What are the benefits of an aftermarket intake?
—Aftermarket intakes increase horsepower, enhance engine sound, and improve aesthetics.
Will an intake void my car's warranty?
—Installing an aftermarket intake may void your warranty, especially for newer cars.
Do I need an aftermarket intake if my engine is stock?
—Stock airboxes are designed for optimal airflow, so an aftermarket intake may not provide significant benefits.
What is the difference between a cold air intake and a short ram intake?
—Cold air intakes relocate the filter for cooler air, while short ram intakes minimize restriction for better airflow.
Can an aftermarket intake make my car fail emissions tests?
—In some places, adding an aftermarket intake can cause your car to fail emissions tests.
00:00Learn why aftermarket intakes are popular and how they can improve horsepower, engine sound, and aesthetics.
03:59Understand the function of the stock airbox and its limitations.
06:11Explore the benefits and potential downsides of upgrading your intake.
06:56Discover different styles of aftermarket intakes and their impact on performance.
08:32Follow the installation process of a Racing Beat intake on a Mazda Miata.
