We love the Honda CR-Z hybrid here at Torque Developments! We love its looks and its economy, but it’s simply not fast enough to excite. As standard the driving experience leaves us wanting more…

Hence why we’ve been releasing a range of produces designed to put more squirt into the CR-Z and the latest (and potentially most significant) is a Hondata FlashPro ECU remapping system for the funky sports hybrid.

So, what is Hondata? Based in sun kissed California, Hondata is the leading supplier of remapping software and has a proven track record in offering reliable, high performance ECU solutions for previous Honda models including the EP3 and FB2 Civic Type R, where it’s FlashPro system has become the choice for tuning enthusiasts and professionals.

What is the Hondata FlashPro system for the CR-Z? The Hondata FlashPro system expands the capabilities of the stock Honda CR-Z ECU, enabling the manipulation of key engine parameters as well as adding advanced extra features that the stock engine management system lacks, including rev and launch limiters, fuel injector scaling and individual cylinder trims and knock control.

The speed of installation and powerful functionality of the Hondata FlashPro system allows professional and hobby tuners to affordably remap the ECU to optimise the performance of mechanical modifications including induction kits, exhaust systems, camshafts or more radical upgrades for the CR-Z such as turbocharger or supercharger conversions.

Hondata Honda CR-Z users can also benefit from advanced features including the ability to swap between two maps (both calibrations can be stored within the FlashPro unit) and the facility to datalog up to 20 hours of key engine parameters.

Hondata CR-Z FlashPro key features:

• Programmable ECU interface
• OBDII diagnostic port connection
• USB 2.0 connection
• Works with laptop or desktop PC
• Live tuning capability
• 20 hours on board datalogging memory
• Windows compatible FlashPro Manager software
• Check and clear diagnostic codes
• Customizable laptop gauges
• Dual calibration storage – upload from one of two calibrations stored in the FlashPro

Hondata FlashPro CR-Z tuning features:

• Ignition, fuel, idle speed, table editing
• VTEC activation window
• MAP sensor based tuning
• Rev and launch limiters
• Map tracing  & lambda overlay
• Choice of either AFM or MAP based fuel tuning
• Expanded fuel ignition and knock tables for forced induction
• 4 bar MAP sensor support (43 psi)
• Support for larger injectors
• Injector latency / dead time
• Individual cylinder fuel & ignition trim
• Individual cylinder knock control
• Starting calibrations for intake, exhaust manifolds, forced induction & larger injectors

Priced at just £486.00 excluding VAT, the Hondata FlashPro system for the Honda CR-Z is available now from Torque Developments International Plc. Click here to buy now and find out more:- http://www.tdi-plc.com/catalog/hondata-flash-engine-management-p-19399.html

NOTE: The Hondata Flashpro system supports European Honda CR-Z models carrying the Honda ECU part number RTW-E06. Further versions are in development to suit later versions of the CR-Z.

Honda’s NSX is the stuff of legend. Developed with input from Ayrton Senna, produced by Honda for 15 years with only minor changes, it’s the Japanese supercar that shook the Italians and forced them to raise their game.

Which means that when it comes to fitting a NSX with performance exhaust it needs to be a top quality item befitting of the Honda supercar’s legend – which is where Japanese tuning house TODA Racing comes in.

It’s just launched a new range of ‘High Power’ exhausts for both the 3.0-litre (C30A, 270bhp,) and 3.2-litre (C32B, 290bhp) variants of the Honda NSX.

Featuring an innovative ‘X-pipe’ between the two silencer boxes to minimise back pressure and maximise the aural experience from the NSX’s high revving V6 engine, the TODA ‘High Power’ exhaust features 60mm diameter internal tubing and slash cut round tailpipes boasting a smart titanium blue finish.

Surely these TODA exhausts are perfect for any discerning Honda NSX owner and they are available now from TODA Europe, priced at £2025.00 excluding taxes.

For more information, please click on: http://tinyurl.com/7cjd55f

The final new teaser release from 2012 HKS range at the Tokyo Auto Salon was a new ‘Super Sound Master’ performance muffler / exhaust system for the Honda S2000.

Designed to let Honda S2000′s  owners enjoy the full vocal delights of the amazing F20C engine, the new Super Sound Master has been cleverly designed to minimise resonance and drone, making it perfect for everyday use.

The HKS Honda S2000 Super Sound Master is now available and can be purchased here

Please email sales@tdi-plc.com to express your interest and place an order desposit.

HKS has some very tempting new tuning parts for key Japanese models that debuted at the 2012 Tokyo Auto Salon!

Firstly a great upgrade package for Honda S2000 owners – a GT Supercharger kit.

Called the AP350SC-II Concept, the HKS package is specifically designed to increase the power output of the Honda S2000′s incredible F20C engine. HKS’s engineers specified the use of GTS7040 blower that ideally compliments the high revving 2.0-litre VTEC motor.

The end result is a fantastically responsive, torquey and powerful Honda S2000 that delivers approximately 350PS (345bhp) and is thoroughly engineered to the standards you would expect from HKS.

Pre-orders are now being taken for the HKS AP350SC-II Concept Honda S2000 supercharger kit, so if you want supercar performance from your S2000, please contact us using sales@tdi-plc.com for more details!

Having reduced the exhaust back pressure in part 2 of this blog, we turned our attention to minimising the intake restriction that creates a depression in the intake flow path which reduces engine performance.

Nick liked the look of the MUGEN high performance air box, and duly instructed us to install one.

As you would expect from MUGEN, the quality of the kit is exemplary and the fitment is perfect, taking approximately 1 hour to install.

Below you can see the MUGEN high performance air box kit installed on the CR-Z

Here’s the dyno chart for the standard air box and MUGEN air box, which shows a healthy improvement throughout the speed range.

The MUGEN air box kit can be purchased here

Nissan’s Juke is real ‘Marmite’ car. Some would say that it’s a surefire entrant for the Ugly Bug ball, while others would say that it’s bold styling reflects Nissan’s attempts to stand out from the ‘urban crossover’ crowd.

Either way, one thing petrolheads are sure to agree on is that the Nissan Juke would benefit from some high performance personalisation in form of a brand spanking new range of upgrades from our good friends at HKS.

Nissan Juke HKS Racing Suction Reloaded

Starting on the inlet side, HKS has unveiled a Racing Suction Reloaded induction kit, which gives a measurable power increase, plus a sporty intake noise and a great underbonnet appearance courtesy of a buff finished alloy pipe and red aluminium cylinder head louvre. As with all HKS products it’s a great way of adding a high quality, reliable dose of excitement to your daily drive!

It’s available now from Torque Developments International Plc (TDi-plc) for the following Nissan Juke models, the 1.6 DiG-T (187 bhp turbo petrol) and the 1.6-litre (115bhp non-turbo petrol,) priced at £345.00 excluding VAT. Click on: http://tinyurl.com/7o76xpf for more details.

HKS SQV IV Super Sequential blow off valve for 1.6-litre turbo petrol Nissan Juke models

The second product from HKS’s new range of Nissan Juke performance upgrades is the is a new Super Sequential SQV IV recirculation (aka ‘dump’) valve for the 187bhp 1.6 DiG-T turbo petrol models. While offering no performance increase, the increase reactivity of the HKS recirculation valve prevents compressor stalling on remapped Nissan Juke turbos, offering a unique and distinctive sound that emphasises the turbocharger and adds an exciting soundtrack to your Juke.

Priced at just £236.50 plus taxes, the HKS Nissan Juke 1.6 DiG-T Super Sequential blow-off valve is available from Torque Developments now, click on: http://tinyurl.com/8x3ddd2 for more details and to buy now!

HKS ES Premium Elegant and Sports Exhausts for Nissan Juke

Finally HKS has launched a highly desirable trio of performance exhausts from Nissan Juke owners. Offering superior materials, great looks and low resonance design that still offers a sport but subtle exhaust note, the HKS ES Premium exhausts are a proven way of personalising your Nissan Juke with a soundtrack that you’ll love!

The HKS ES Elegant and Sports Premium exhausts for the 1.6-litre DiG-T turbocharged, 1.6-litre non-turbo petrol and four wheel drive (4wd) Nissan Juke models are produced from stainless steel throughout. The designs feature a 50.8mm (2 inch) bore main pipe and a 94mm (3.7 inch) single round tailpipe (80mm twin pipes on the 4wd version,) careful design by HKS’s Japanese engineers and the incorporation of a ‘Silent Chamber’ reduces low frequency resonance, making this an exhaust system you can live with everyday!

Priced from £395.00 excluding VAT, the ES Elegant and Sports Premium performance exhaust systems are available now from principle HKS distributor Torque Developments International (TDi-plc,) click on: http://tinyurl.com/7grnnf5 for more details.

So why live with an ordinary Nissan Juke when you can make yours stand out from the crowd with Torque Developments and HKS!