Just because you drive a truck or SUV doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy speed and power too. After all, it’s not like you drive a minivan. There are several ways you can improve your ride’s performance, drivability and even gas mileage without spending a fortune. Check out these tips on how to amp up your ride’s performance.

Performance Air Filter

One of the easiest and least expensive changes you can make to your ride is equipping it with a performance air filter. By delivering clean, fresh air to your engine, you’ll notice a boast in speed, response and better MPGs. And, when it comes to air filters, I have to recommend the only company who can take credit for inventing the reusable cotton gauze air filter: K&N.

Performance Chip

With a performance chip or power programmer, you’ll unleash all of your engine’s power potential. You’ll notice massive gains in horsepower, torque and fuel economy. Whether you’re trying to storm the competition or simply improve your load-hauling abilities, a performance chip is just what you need to get the job done. If you want the best in the biz, you can’t go wrong with the Edge Evolution Programmer or the HyperTech Max Energy Programmer.

Exhaust System

As if amping up your horsepower, torque and MPGs weren’t enough, an aftermarket performance exhaust system also gives your truck or SUV head-turning style that’s sure to impress. You can simply choose to replace your catalytic converter, muffler or the whole system. I recommend the Magnaflow Exhaust System if you’re looking for a full revamp. However, when it comes to a performance muffler that’s designed specifically for an SUV, you’ll want the Flowmaster 50 Series SUV Performance Muffler. This muffler is built larger than the average so it’s sure to handle your large engine. And, it’s available in several different styles:

Flowmaster 52556: Offset Inlet / Center Outlet Aluminized - 2.5 inch Inlet/Outlet Size

Flowmaster 52557: Center Inlet / Offset Outlet Aluminized - 2.5 inch Inlet/Outlet Size

Flowmaster 52558: Offset Inlet / Opposite Side Offset Outlet Aluminized - 2.5 inch Inlet/Outlet Size

Flowmaster 53057: Center Inlet / Offset Outlet Aluminized - 3 inch Inlet/Outlet Size

Flowmaster 524553: Dual Inlet / Center Outlet Aluminized - 2.25 inch Inlet / 3 inch Outlet

Flowmaster 524554: Dual Inlet / Dual Outlet Aluminized - 2.25 inch Inlet/Outlet Size

Flowmaster 530552: Center Inlet / Dual Outlet Aluminized - 3 inch Inlet / 2.5 inch Outlet