I was driving my car the other day when I felt like it was having a hard time coughing up the power I needed while going up an inclined road. Although I just had it tuned-up two months ago and factor in that I wasn’t able to use it for five straight days, it got me thinking. If you’re cost-cutting, what would be the best way to get more power out of your ride? Well, thanks to the people at Car Junky, we now have a number of solutions than can help us get that power.

First off, you need to have your lubricants upgraded. The rationale behind this is that friction and heat can restrict your engine components from producing power. So by using a high performance lubricant, you’re engine will be able to squeeze a little more horsepower out of its system.

Second thing you should look into is your air filter. The air filter is responsible for ensuring that your engine gets the air it needs minus the dirt and dust that comes with it. Dust and dirt are also considered culprits in preventing your vehicle from producing power. As a suggestion, consider adding a performance air filter instead of an ordinary air filter. This will do a better job of blocking debris, giving you more horsepower than a regular air filter.

Third, consider using a high octane gas or booster. We know gas prices have been steep the past few months and they haven’t significantly dropped as of late. However, using a low octane gas can hamper the power produced by your engine. This can cause you to spend more on installing other components just to get that power you need, instead of just adding a few more for high octane gas. Another option here is to mix the gasoline you’ve been using with an octane booster.

So if you feel like your car isn’t coughing enough horsepower and your budget’s on a leash, don’t fret. Just follow these simple tips and you’ll be able to enjoy a boost of power without having to shell money from your savings.

Source: Car Junky