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High Performance Academy
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Tuned In

High Performance Academy Presents: Tuned In. A podcast interviewing influential people from around the world at the top of their respected fields. Covering topics such as Tuning, CAD, Performance Engine Building, Automotive/Motorsport Wiring, Data Analysis, Driver Coaching/Training, Motorsport Fabrication and Car Setup.

  1. Field Report: Easiest way to engine swap? | HELLTACO.

    1 DAY AGO

    Field Report: Easiest way to engine swap? | HELLTACO.

    Engine swaps on modern vehicles are no easy task, but Stewart from ‪@mesocustoms1696‬ has taken it to the next level with this insane Toyota Tacoma build, featuring a 6.2L Hellcat supercharged HEMI under the hood. In this video, dive into the challenges of integrating late-model electronics and why a turnkey Hellcat system from Cleveland Power and Performance made this swap not only possible but seamless. Use ‘PODCAST75’ for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-in ...

    7 min
  2. Field Report: This Build Rocks.

    FEB 4

    Field Report: This Build Rocks.

    Rock crawling isn’t just about getting to the top—it’s about doing it with precision, relative speed, and control. In this video, we catch up with Rodney from Lasernut Racing to break down the incredible engineering behind their single-seat unlimited class buggy, built for the toughest rock crawling challenges. Use ‘PODCAST75’ for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-in From low weight and tight packaging to innovative techs like portal hubs and rear-steer functio...

    13 min
  3. 130: Using Your Automotive Skills to Start Your OWN Business.

    JAN 30

    130: Using Your Automotive Skills to Start Your OWN Business.

    Considering striking out on your own in the performance automotive industry? There’s nothing more satisfying than building your own successful business and being your own boss but… getting it right isn’t easy. On this episode of Tuned In, we catch up with M26 Engineering’s Matthew Bernasconi, who we first interviewed back in 2022 just as he was leaving stable employment at offroad legends Kibbetech to build his own business. Use M26ENG50 to get $50 off HPA’s 3D Modeling & CAD for Motorspo...

    1h 44m
  4. Field Report: We're OBSESSED With These Tools!

    JAN 28

    Field Report: We're OBSESSED With These Tools!

    Building high-performance engines just got easier! In this video, we’re with Tom from Hughes Race Built to explore how they’re solving one of the biggest challenges in performance engine building: finding the right tools for the job. Whether you’re tackling a 2JZ, RB26, SR20, 4G63 or even Honda’s K and B series, Tom’s specialized and generic option toolkits are designed by engine builders, for engine builders, to simplify the process and make it more accessible for enthusiasts and pros alike....

    9 min
  5. Field Report: Hot Rod or Race Car? 2024's WILDEST BMW E30 Build.

    JAN 21

    Field Report: Hot Rod or Race Car? 2024's WILDEST BMW E30 Build.

    Running a 725hp Texas Speed LS-based build and TREMEC Magnum transmission, Cam Cocalis has followed on from his LS3 V8 Toyota 86 build with a full chromoly tube frame BMW E30 Vert project and pushed himself to dive into some new build aspects, a C6 Corvette suspension swap in particular, as he continues to learn the ins and outs of fabrication and custom car building. Use ‘PODCAST75’ for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-in At the ‪@toyotires‬ booth during ‪@se...

    15 min
  6. Revisted: Project Binky — Stuffing a GT-Four Driveline Into a Classic Mini.

    JAN 16

    Revisted: Project Binky — Stuffing a GT-Four Driveline Into a Classic Mini.

    *** We’ll be taking a break over the Christmas/New Year period and will be back in action mid-January. That means that although there won’t be any new episodes for a few weeks, we’ll be taking another look at some of our favourite conversations from 2024. *** If you’ve spent any time on YouTube, you’re probably already aware of this episode’s guest and the various projects his channel is involved in — most famously “Project Binky”, a classic Mini running a Toyota Celica GT-Four engine ...

    2h 10m
  7. Field Report: It Just Makes Sense — Turbosmart Turbos.

    JAN 14

    Field Report: It Just Makes Sense — Turbosmart Turbos.

    Turbosmart is well known for many quality performance accessories including wastegates, blow-off valves, fuel pressure regulators, anti-lag valves, boost controllers and more, but until recently they stopped short of selling turbochargers themselves.Use ‘PODCAST75’ for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-inAt the World Time Attack Challenge, Matt Wright gives us some insight into how Turbosmart decided to not only sell turbochargers but to sell their own designed i...

    18 min
  8. Field Report: GAME CHANGER! Torque Delivery Decoded.

    JAN 7

    Field Report: GAME CHANGER! Torque Delivery Decoded.

    In this pit lane interview, Sean from Ramsdell Racing will explore the advanced EMtron ECU technology behind the Dream Project S15 at the World Time Attack Challenge. Sean breaks down how the EMtron ECU is one option using traditional OEM tuning strategies to transform power management in high-performance applications, making it possible to deliver more and more horsepower effectively through the tyres and onto the race track. Use ‘PODCAST75’ for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://h...

    14 min
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High Performance Academy Presents: Tuned In. A podcast interviewing influential people from around the world at the top of their respected fields. Covering topics such as Tuning, CAD, Performance Engine Building, Automotive/Motorsport Wiring, Data Analysis, Driver Coaching/Training, Motorsport Fabrication and Car Setup.

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  • Creator
    High Performance Academy
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    307
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Tuned In
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