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How do I make my Honda Accord accelerate faster?
I love my 2013 Honda Accord, but its acceleration leaves something to be desired. How can I make it faster?
Matthew Macgugan · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
I hear you! While the Accord can be a great car to own long term, it’s not the fastest. But there are a few different aftermarket parts you can install to make your Honda Accord accelerate faster.
Keep in mind that performance modifications can void your vehicle’s warranty and cause your
insurance premium to increase
. In some instances, your insurer may even cancel your coverage altogether. It’s best to check with your insurance company before making changes to your car to avoid these issues.With that in mind, here’s how to make your car faster.
Install a turbocharger or supercharger. These aftermarket additions to your engine allow more compressed air to enter the pistons, which creates a more powerful spark when mixed with gasoline. You should have these installed by a certified professional who understands forced induction.
Buy a cold air intake. The stock intake in a Honda Accord can be pretty restrictive. A cold air intake will attach to the vehicle’s throttle body and send colder air to the cylinders, creating a better throttle response. And installing this modification isn’t too hard.
Add a performance chip to your ECU. Engine chip tuning reprograms your electronic control unit (ECU), in turn, modifying engine behavior such as air intake, fuel injection, and ignition settings. This will allow the Accord to produce more horsepower instead of prioritizing
fuel economy
.If you don’t feel confident making modifications to your car on your own, enlist the help of a certified upgrade shop. And again, make sure you’re okay with the possibility of your insurance becoming more expensive after the work is done.
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