Podcasts about ecus

Is it time to ditch your factory ECU?HP Tuners is known for reflashing factory ECUs, but now they're flipping the script with their Core Standalone ECU, a complete engine management system that offers boost control, traction control, nitrous control and more right out of the box.Use ‘PODCAST75' for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-inWe stand up (not much seating at SEMA!) with Justin Burt from HP Tuners to break down who this ECU is for, when you should ditch a stock ECU, and what makes CORE different from the competition. Whether you're pushing 1500hp on a factory ECU or building a dedicated motorsport machine, this discussion covers CAN bus customization, pricing, and potential future support for DI engines.Building on from the VCM Suite reflash tuning interface, VCM LIVE software ensures a familiar interface for HP Tuners users tuned to the needs of a standalone ECU tuner, while 12 base maps, sample data logs, and beginner-to-advanced tuning modes make it accessible for both new and experienced tuners to learn and grow with.With Gen 3/4 LS support out of the gate and Gen 3 Hemi & Coyote in development, this is more than just an LS swap ECU. In time and with the backing of a large company like HPT, is the CORE ECU potentially going to become the most versatile standalone ECU yet?

Podcast: Error Code (LS 27 · TOP 10% what is this?)Episode: EP 59: Automotive Hacking In Your Own GaragePub date: 2025-04-01Get Podcast Transcript →powered by Listen411 - fast audio-to-text and summarizationGone are the days when you could repair your own car. Even ICE cars have more electronics than ever before. Alexander Pick is an independent hardware hacker specializing in automotive systems. He says if you start off small, like looking at ECUs, there's a lot of great research yet to be done by both hobbyists and professionals alike.The podcast and artwork embedded on this page are from Robert Vamosi, which is the property of its owner and not affiliated with or endorsed by Listen Notes, Inc.

Gone are the days when you could repair your own car. Even ICE cars have more electronics than ever before. Alexander Pick is an independent hardware hacker specializing in automotive systems. He says if you start off small, like looking at ECUs, there's a lot of great research yet to be done by both hobbyists and professionals alike.

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Send us a textWhats it like being a tuner in Southern California dealing with CARB and the other restrictions? Whats the difference between Haltech and the other ECUs? What separates Animal Auto from the rest of the tuners? We find this out, and more from Andrew Molina, owner of Animal Auto in SoCal.  Andrew is also a lead advisor at Haltech ECU company. Socials - @RHDGUYS - @ANIMALAUTOAnimal Autohttps://animal-auto.com/Merch - HTTP://RHDGUYS.COMWant Cheap Nissan Parts? Use Code RHDGUYShttps://nizmopartsplug.com/Want A Cheap Haltech? Use Code RHDGUYShttps://dynosty.com/

We dish the VW/Audi dirt with tuning company 034Motorsport's Director of Sales and Marketing, Nick Mercadante. We'll discuss 40 years worth of VAG foibles, from mismatched rotors, calipers that can't handle the heat, 1980s ABS tech, wandering shifters and shattering engine mounts – but don't worry, 034 has you covered!  Nick brought out his Audi 90 for us on this episode, and we'll start by discussing its 6-level, buttock-melting heated seats (the relay for which is on its deathbed). Jason's dad had this same car back in Germany in the 90s – featuring cloth seats, crank windows, and no AC. It made for a significantly improved Autobahn experience compared to his previous car, an FJ60-Series Land Cruiser. However, in stock form, the little Audi inline-5 hotrod of the 80s is no match for Jason's modified 170 hp VW Scirocco. The Audi 90's 7A engine just doesn't have the oomph to make up for the drivetrain loss and general heft of the AWD drivetrain. If it had the turbocharged 3B motor from the S2, it may be a different story… Speaking of stories, Jason wrote one for Automobile Magazine some 15 years ago on this exact car that now sits in our background. Did you know it has a carbon fiber driveshaft and an anti anti-lock button? Yes, ANTI anti-lock.  We learn about the delightfully colorful California vehicle titles of the last century: both rainbow and pink (which is where the phrase “pink slip” comes from). And Derek is deeply distraught to learn Nick has removed the original California 2-number plate (and to learn just how easy it is to register cars outside of California). We'll cover Nick's various vehicles: his college runabout Audi 90, UrS6 wagon, his BMW M2 (F22), Porsche Cayenne GTS (958.2), Audi SQ5 (w/ nearly 700 hp), his Kei truck Subaru Sambar (w/ nearly 20 hp), his Porsche 944, Audi TT RS, and his first-gen Audi R8 V8 with a NASCAR-grade 034Motorsport exhaust.    Speaking of Nick's cars, we'll also cover another 034 Nick's collection – friend of the show, Nick Sgambelluri, who so generously provided (and abused) his monster-turbo Audi 200 sedan, as well as his pristine first-gen Ford Probe Turbo for the Dark Horse ICONS episode – where its axle unalived itself in the middle of a reverse donut (sorry, Nick!).   We talk 034Motorsport (which is singular and starts with a “zero”), including their 7 lbs aluminum flywheel for the Audi 90, their dogbone engine mounts, their origins making ECUs for 5-cylinder cars 20 years ago, and their new arm, 034Tradition, which will make classic parts to fill in the voids left behind when parts manufacturers discontinue them (they will even take requests!).  Other fun tidbits: Jason's secret new turbo car, the classic RV anal-prefix name game, washing titles in Alabama, Derek the felon, trash Kumhos, Derek advising against too much stroking, the Rover gets a makeover (suspension and tires), and possibly a full Vitesse-style engine build via Redline Rebuilds! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

He co-founded one of the top (and earliest) standalone ECU companies on earth, helped develop unique V10 F1 engines, created ignition systems for top-tier motorsports, and finished it all off by producing stock-frame turbocharger upgrades that push the limits of what a factory turbo is capable of.Mark Boxsell has had a varied and fascinating career in the performance industry, and he's ready to unpack it all in this episode of Tuned In.Use GTPUMPS100 to get $100 off HPA's Tuning Starter Package: https://hpcdmy.co/starterbHaving grown up on a farm in rural Australia that instilled a drive towards resourcefulness and ingenuity, by his early twenties, Mark Boxsell would latch on to the emerging EFI revolution and create his own fuel injection system for his personal Mazda rotary. And that was just the start.  Mark went on to invent one of the world's first aftermarket standalone ECUs, which we all know today as Haltech. In this episode, we get straight into the mind-blowing history of how Haltech came about, discussing what was involved in creating it, the incredibly basic tools he had at his disposal to make it happen, and how it actually worked.We next discuss Mark's stint developing a unique V10 Formula 1 engine that used rotary valves instead of the traditional poppet valves. Mark goes into detail about how it worked, and why we never saw it on the grid. Then it's time to talk about ignition systems, which Mark knows a lot about as one of the founders of M&W Ignition — which supplies series like Australia's top-tier V8 Supercars.We finish the episode off by moving into Mark's current venture, GT Pumps. This company specialises in stock-frame turbocharger upgrades, which are currently aimed squarely at the WRX and Evo markets. This gets into some heavy turbo tech, covering the benefits of journal-bearing turbos, stock turbo system capabilities, and more.If you're into tuning history and love a dose of nostalgia, this episode with Mark Boxsell is an absolute must-listen. Follow Mark here:IG: @gtpumpsFB: GTpumpsWWW: gtpumps.com.auDon't forget, you can use GTPUMPS100 to get $100 off HPA's Tuning Starter Package: https://hpcdmy.co/starterbTimestamps:0:00 The Best Stock Turbo System?3:43 How did you get into the automotive industry?7:57 Why did you decide to try and make your own EFI? And how?12:53 How did that first EFI system perform?15:13 How did Haltech start?23:47 How does the HC11 chip compare to modern ECU chips?26:49 Once you got the ECU working, how did you sell it?28:52 Why did you decide to use bar graphs for the interface?33:23 What were the biggest challenges building those first ECUs?36:28 Marketing first Haltec ECU continued.43:15 Why are there so many ECU manufacturers from Australia?46:05 When and how did you leave Haltec?53:52 Can you explain the different ignition systems?59:05 M&W ignition system.1:00:43 Transition from electronics to F1 engine development1:05:04 Had the rotary valve been tried by other competitors?1:09:10 Why did this rotary valve never make it to the track?1:12:25 How did your current business GTpumps come about?1:13:25 Why focus on a stock frame turbocharger?1:17:52 Are journal-bearing turbos dead?1:21:53 Are you looking to produce stock frame turbos for different models?1:28:12 Final three questions.

Caiden & Holton Recap of The First Half of ECUs Season & Answer Many Questions The Fans Have Asked. by Pirate Radio 92.7FM Greenville

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*** 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. ***Anyone with even a passing interest in Time Attack has likely heard of Norris Designs, a UK-based tuning company probably best known for its insane north-south oriented, twin-charged, short-wheel base Evo IX time attack monster. On this episode of Tuned In, we sit down with founder Simon Norris to get some insight into this brain-melting build, plus much, much more.Use “NORRIS100” to get $100 off our HPA Tuning Starter Package: https://hpcdmy.co/starterbLike many of us, Simon Norris began his love affair with cars and motors early in life, pulling apart engines on the kitchen table as a child. While there was a slight detour after leaving school to study engineering, it wasn't long before Simon spied a new opportunity in the burgeoning JDM aftermarket tuning scene just as he was cutting his teeth working in a Nissan dealership in the mid-nineties. So, after seeing how others were starting to mess with tuning ECUs, Simon decided he could do better, and promptly opened Norris Designs way back in 1998.Nearly three decades later, Norris Designs is one of the biggest names in the UK tuning scene. In this conversation, we first kick into the business side of Simon's life, finding some great insight into what works and what doesn't when it comes to building a company in the motorsport industry. We next get into tuning in general, where Simon discusses different ECU options, dyno styles, and the many factors that can cause discrepancies between individual dyno runs. From there it's on to the real meat and potatoes of this episode — Simon's incredible Mitsubishi Evo IX. With its north-south-orientated billet supercharged AND turbocharged 4G63, the AWD Evo is an engineering masterpiece that absolutely tears up any race circuit it's unleashed upon. Simon does his best to answer the many questions we have about this car in an attempt to get to the bottom of what makes this shortened and roof-chopped weapon tick, and why Simon made the choices he has with this build. Follow Norris Designs here:IG: @norris_designsFB: Norris DesignsYT: NorrisdesignsWWW: norrisdesigns.comDon't forget, you can use “NORRIS100” to get $100 off our HPA Tuning Starter Package: https://hpcdmy.co/starterbTime Stamps:3:41 How did you get into cars?8:25 Did you have much industry experience before starting your business?12:39 What sparked the interest in JDM cars?16:18 How did Norris Designs grow?25:56 Overview of Norris Designs today31:12 What does your day-to-day look like at Norris Designs?38:36 What vehicles are you specialising in?42:54 How did you learn to tune?52:44 Are you relying on knock control and close loop fuel control?57:35 Did you start with an engine dyno or rolling road?1:01:17 Do you have fixtures and harnesses for quick and easy engine dyno setups?1:02:27 How accurate is the engine dyno?1:10:23 Repeatability issues with rolling road1:14:16 ECU of choice?1:20:20 What is a short wheelbase Evo 9?1:24:33 Engine package1:34:45 Billet blocks for street applications?1:38:41 Twin charge setup1:44:24 Transmission1:50:39 What's next in the development of the car?1:52:33 Lap time difference with new aero package

Industrial Talk is onsite at IoT Solutions World Congress and talking to Stan Schneider, CEO at Real-Time Innovations (RTI) about "Autonomous vehicles and real solutions for the future". Scott MacKenzie and Stan Schneider discuss the latest advancements in autonomous vehicles and teleoperation at the IoT Solutions World Congress in Barcelona. Schneider highlights the complexity of autonomous systems, noting that true autonomy is a spectrum and may take years to achieve. He explains the shift from traditional ECU-based vehicles to software-defined vehicles, which reduce wiring and increase computational power. Schneider also outlines RTI's role in creating intelligent, distributed systems, emphasizing the importance of low-latency, real-time data processing. He shares examples of RTI's projects, including NASA's launch control and Canada's air traffic control, and stresses the need for new architectures to handle modern challenges. Action Items [ ] Connect with Stan Schneider on LinkedIn. [ ] Follow up with Stan via email at stan@rti.com. Outline IoT Solutions World Congress Introduction Scott MacKenzie welcomes listeners to the Industrial Talk podcast, emphasizing its focus on industry professionals and innovations. The podcast is broadcasting live from IoT Solutions World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, highlighting the importance of attending the event. Scott introduces Stan Schneider, a frequent guest on the podcast, and sets the stage for their discussion. Stan acknowledges the invitation and expresses his appreciation for being on the podcast. Discussion on Autonomous Vehicles and Teleoperation Stan mentions his session on data-centric technology for teleoperation, focusing on automotive systems and autonomous vehicles. Scott and Stan discuss the complexity and sophistication of autonomous vehicle code and the importance of cybersecurity. Stan explains the concept of autonomous vehicles and the varying levels of autonomy, using the example of different environments like snow or dirt roads. They delve into the challenges of achieving full autonomy and the consumer's perspective on autonomous vehicles. Challenges and Future of Autonomous Vehicles Stan emphasizes that true full autonomy may take years to achieve, depending on the environment and specific use cases. He highlights the variety of autonomous vehicles his company works on, including flying, underwater, surface, mining, construction, and delivery robots. The conversation touches on the importance of teleoperation and the challenges of handing off control between autonomous and human-driven segments. Scott and Stan agree that autonomous vehicles are happening and are already in commercial operations, though not yet profitable. Software-Defined Vehicles and Industry Disruption Stan explains the concept of software-defined vehicles, which involve reducing the number of electronic control units (ECUs) and increasing centralized computing power. He describes the traditional ECU-based architecture and its limitations, contrasting it with the new software-defined approach. The discussion covers the benefits of software-defined vehicles, including reduced wiring, higher performance, and the ability to update software without hardware recalls. Stan mentions that most of their customers are focusing on new architectures for vehicles, rather than autonomous driving. RTI's Role in the Smart World Stan introduces RTI, the largest infrastructure...

Car Guys Be Like - Episode 10: Tech Talk and Car Community Insights Welcome back to the Car Guys Be Like podcast by Skunk Works Projects! In this episode, we dive into the impact of technology on the car community. From the struggles of modern car repairs to the pros of advancements like CarPlay and standalone ECUs, we cover it all. Our hosts discuss the challenges of working on new vehicles, share personal experiences, and explore the good, bad, and meh of tech in cars. We also highlight the transition of car culture, emphasize the importance of not using driver report tools, and chat about aftermarket additions like heated steering wheels. Plus, we've got exciting news about upcoming guests who work with Formula D! Don't forget to like, subscribe, and keep up with us on social media for more car talk and updates. 00:00 Welcome Back to Car Guys Be Like Podcast 00:25 Fall Season and Fantasy Football Woes 00:38 Boost Weather and Hellcat Dreams 02:07 Introducing the Hosts 05:51 Project Updates and Car Mods 11:13 Technology's Impact on the Car Community 12:02 The Pros and Cons of Modern Car Tech 21:21 Snitching Cars and Insurance Devices 29:46 The Future of Car Technology 30:58 Exploring the Car's Features 31:30 Pre-Order and Pricing Discussion 32:40 Favorite Car Technologies 37:01 Heated Seats and Steering Wheels 38:32 Microtransactions in Cars 45:48 Car Audio Systems 52:51 Advancements in Car Technology 55:32 Closing Remarks and Future Plans

Legendary tuner Shane Tecklenburg returns to talk about turning LMP3 race cars into hill climb monsters, calibrating V12 air race planes, the realities of compound turbo setups, and much more.Use “SHANET100” to get $100 off HPA's Tuning Starter Package: https://hpcdmy.co/tuningpackagebShane Tecklenburg, or “Shane T” as he's more commonly known, is one of the biggest names in the tuning industry, and for good reason. This long-time friend of High Performance Academy has been in the EFI tuning game for many years now, and has a reputation as the ultimate problem solver who can rectify all manner of difficult tuning issues that others have given up on.After appearing in episode #1 back in 2021, Shane now returns for episode #120, allowing us to catch up on his latest projects, starting with an in-depth look at what it takes to transform an LMP3 circuit racer into a hill climb weapon with a sub-10 minute Pikes Peak ascent in its sights. This leads us into a fascinating conversation around anti-lag, IMAP vs EMAP, and retaining as much power as possible as a car gains altitude. Next, we get an interesting insight into the world of air racing, as Shane details his tuning adventures with V12-powered Thunder Mustang race planes and the unique challenges that come with calibrating these unique machines and their dual ECUs.  Back in 2021, we talked to Shane about one of the most interesting projects he's been involved with — the Mazworx SR20VE-powered triple-compound turbo drag car. This machine is fairly well-known online thanks to its incredible aesthetics and unique turbo setup, so the update on this project from Shane is a very welcome one as the team strives for that magical 3000hp goal.  The conversation then falls down the very deep compound turbo rabbit hole as Shane gets into the finer details of this forced induction arrangement.As mentioned, you can listen to episode 60 featuring JT Oliver of JTO Power here.Follow Shane here:IG: @tunedbyshanetFB: Tuned By Shane TYT: TunedbyShaneTWWW: motorsportcontrol.comDon't forget, you can use “SHANET100” to get $100 off HPA's Tuning Starter Package: https://hpcdmy.co/tuningpackageb

Do I need electronic wastegate control? What about CO2? And how do I know what size wastegate is needed for my build? These questions and a whole lot more are answered thanks to this week's guest, Matt Wright from Turbosmart. Use “MATT25” to get $25 OFF HPA's Boost Control course: https://hpcdmy.co/boostbMatt has a unique understanding of the industry, having worked for two of Australia's biggest aftermarket performance brands — two decades at Haltech and a more recent move to Turbosmart. We start this episode by delving into the path that Matt took to get where he is today, covering the early days of Haltech that saw him dealing with some fairly rudimentary electronics and software as a support tech. Matt grew with the company and would go on to head up Haltech's expansion into the United States. There are some great discussions here about VE-based tuning, the future of standalone ECUs, and what Matt thinks is missing from the current crop of standalone offerings.After 20 years of service, Matt decided to move across the road to Turbosmart, where he's helped push the development of new products — especially its new range of turbochargers. Matt discusses these new turbos before diving deep into the world of boost control, getting way into the weeds on all things external wastegate. Sure, the idea behind a wastegate is simple enough, but things get a little more demanding and complex when a vehicle's performance starts to get pushed to its limits. Follow Matt here:IG: @turbosmarthqFB: TurbosmartYT: TurbosmartWWW: turbosmart.comDon't forget, you can use “MATT25” to get $25 OFF HPA's Boost Control course: https://hpcdmy.co/boostbTimestamps:4:39:20 How did you gain an interest in cars?16:54 Did you move into Haltech tech support with almost no tuning experience24:28 What was your role at Haltech?27:10 The difference between American and Australian car scenes32:15 Haltech's growth into the US market39:45 Key changes in ECU tech over the years47:30 What do you think is missing from aftermarket ECUs?54:43 How does an ECU company balance technical features while keeping it user-friendly?1:03:55 How did the opportunity at Turbosmart come up?1:08:38 Overview of Turbosmart1:13:10 Turbosmart's external wastegate, Why is it so good?1:17:54 Pros and cons of electronic wastegate?1:34:08 What is a StraightGate?1:42:52 How do we pick the right size wastegate?1:47:30 Bringing Turbosmart turbochargers to market2:05:35 Final 3 questions

Shoot us a Text.Today is Tuesday! Things are happening in the auto industry, like how lower used car prices are driving down inflation, VinFast is forming a US dealer advisory board and Rivian is pressing ahead on future plans.Show Notes with linksUsed car prices have plummeted over the past year, reaching their lowest level since 2021, and are now the leading category reducing inflation, according to CoPilot's analysis of CPI data.Cox Automotive reports that the average list price for a used vehicle is now $25,251, down 7% from last year and the lowest since summer 2021.The June CPI report shows a 10.1% drop in used vehicle prices over the past year, with a 1.5% decline in the last month alone.The previous surge in used car prices was driven by a supply crunch in new vehicles.CoPilot CEO Pat Ryan explains that the supply of new vehicles has increased by about 50% since July 2023, easing pressure on the used market.“Consumers have finally found themselves with more options to buy new, rather than used,” Ryan noted.EV manufacturer VinFast is strengthening its presence in the U.S. by forming a Dealer Advisory Board to navigate the American market.VinFast aims to expand its U.S. dealership network with strategic advisory board members including David Coyle of Leith VinFast  in NC, Damian Mills of VinFast Triad in NC, David Sansing, Elie Hanna, Bill AuffenbergVinFast has received 70 applications from dealers and plans to establish 125 third-party sales points by the end of 2024.David Coyle, Dealer Principal of Leith VinFast commented “This board represents a great opportunity for open communication and collaboration, ensuring VinFast remains at the forefront of the EV market.”Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe recently sat down with the Verge to cover the EV maker's future plans, why every EV looks like a Tesla, and the joint venture with VW.Rivian announced five new models this year: R2, R3, R3X, and updated versions of R1T and R1S. The R2 is set to launch in 2026 and already has 100K pre-orders.Scaringe believes that the slowdown in EV growth is not due to a lack of demand but rather a lack of variety in available models. He believes there is significant latent demand for EVs that meet diverse consumer needs. “Because of the Model Y's success, you have a lot of incumbents that have built products that look and feel and are shaped a lot like a Model Y.”The $5 billion joint venture with VW focuses on co-developing Rivian's streamlined electronic architecture, which reduces the number of ECUs (electrical control units) in vehicles, simplifying software updates and cost efficiency. VW aims to leverage Rivian's advanced technology across its brands, including Porsche, Audi, and Bentley.Rivian also just launched an EV Charging Outpost near Yosemite National Park, converting an old gas station into a rustic charging site, featuring a lounge area, complimentary librarHosts: Paul J Daly and Kyle MountsierGet the Daily Push Back email at https://www.asotu.com/ JOIN the conversation on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/company/asotu/ Read our most recent email at: https://www.asotu.com/media/push-back-email

Topping interviews Josh Beaumont who is the founder of relentless motorsports, which is a premier manufacture and repairer or sport car ECUs; including but not limited to the iconic Mark 4 Toyota Supra. Learn about how Josh's company has been evolving from expanding into a next generation to vintage sports car ECU's to new advertising methodologies. Also learn about Josh's track record of inspiring and guiding others to go down the path of entrepreneurship in a myriad of industries.Topping Talks is Sponsored by Topping Technologies & ExpressVPN. Protect your online privacy https://www.xvuslink.com/?a_fid=toppi... also if your business needs IT assistance you can reach Topping Technologies at sales@toppingtechnologies.comCheck out Relentless MotorsportsTX https://www.relentlessmotorsportstx.com/Follow Topping on Twiitter-https://twitter.com/NicTopping

Mitch McKee knows everything about tuning engines. McLarens, Porsche, Ferraris, GT-Rs, you name it, he can make them go faster and run better. Porsche hired Mitch to do the development tuning on the new 911 Hybrid. On this episode Mitch explains when to run race gas to protect your engine; how tuning hybrids might work; the weirdest jobs he's had; why he only works on land-based vehicles; the surprising truth about Porsche GT3s; how a cybersecurity law effects tuners like him; and more! Recorded July 15, 2024When it comes to engine tuning, Mitch McKee knows it. He spent years working for Vivid racing and COBB before opening his own company, M Engineering. They write software (and build hardware) upgrades for high-dollar exotics like McLaren, Porsche, and Lamborghini. As you'll learn from the show, they don't do simple reflashes or throttle maps, either. They're so good, OEMs hire them to prevent cheating in racing team ECUs. https://www.m-engineering.us/ Head to https://www.FACTOR MEALS.com/tire and use code tire50 to get 50% off your first box plus 20% off your nextmonth while your subscription is active! Today get 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to https://www.joindeleteme.com/TIRE and use promo code TIREat checkout. By popular demand, the WCCS hat is for sale! https://thesmokingtireshop.com/products/west-side-car-collectors Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TSTPOD for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to https://www.offtherecord.com/TST New merch! Grab a shirt or hoodie and support us! https://thesmokingtireshop.com/ Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast Tweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman Instagram:https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman Want your question answered? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST. Watch our car reviews: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire Tweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman Instagram:https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman

What you need to know about tuning General Motors' LS engines thanks to Matt Sanford of Tuning-Tips.com.Use “MATT100” to get $100 OFF HPA's Tuning Starter Package:  https://hpcdmy.co/starterbMatt Sanford is a self-taught tuner that you might recognise from his YouTube channel of the same name, or his frequent appearances on mega channels like Cleetus McFarland.Matt has been tuning all types of gasoline and diesel vehicles since his teenage years, but his main speciality and passion is GM's LS family of V8s. In this episode, Matt first tells us how he came up in the diesel tuning world before switching to gasoline engines.While he is fully versed in aftermarket standalone ECUs, Matt prefers using HP Tuner's excellent reflashing platform. We take a deep dive into the Gen 3, 4, and 5 GM engine control modules, discussing how they work, and how we can get the absolute most out of reflashing them.Of special interest is how these computers manage load measurement, using both mass airflow and speed density — and the process you need to go through to properly tune both.The conversation then moves into tuning strategies around adding forced induction and/or an aggressive cam. Many people think you have to put up with reduced driveability with these modifications, but Matt explains that that's simply not the case — if you know what you're doing, a heavily modified LS can drive like a stock motor.This episode is definitely for the LS crew, so if General Motor's ubiquitous V8 is something you have an interest in, this is one you don't want to miss.Follow Matt here:IG: @matt.p.sanford YT: Matt SanfordWWW: www.tuning-tips.comDon't forget, you can use “MATT100” to get $100 OFF HPA's Tuning Starter Package:  https://hpcdmy.co/starterbTimestamps:4:44 How did you get interested in cars?8:02 Where did the interest in tuning come from?13:05 What can the MPH number on a drag strip tell you about your engine tune?19:42 At what point did you get access to a dyno?21:39 Going from tuning gasoline to diesel and then back to gasoline.29:01 Why move from EFI Live to HP Tuners and what is reflashing?41:05 Key differences between tuning a standalone vs factory ECU.48:31 Speed density in the GM world.54:26 How should we be going about the tuning process?1:01:04 HP Tuners built-in calculator for making changes to the virtual VE tables.1:07:26 How do you calibrate MAF? 1:14:33 What is acceptable in terms of a short-term and long-term fuel trim combination?1:19:40 What is spark air mass?1:22:15 High octane and low octane tables.1:31:07 GM's knock control system.1:40:37 Thoughts on MAF-less tuning?1:42:50 Tuning options for a really aggressive cam.1:51:46 Other common mistakes with LS tuning.1:53:40 Injector upgrades.1:57:35 Final 3 questions.

OBD1 Kenobi (aka Brian) is out to hurt some feelings! We talk about ECUs, tuning, and the biggest mistakes made when modifying cars. Listen on the Radio in Colorado!AM1460 & FM 101.1 The Answer - Saturdays at 9am, Sundays at 6pmAM 1400 KRLN - Saturdays at 9am91.7 KLZR - Saturdays at 10:30amNow On Video!Rumble.com/automotiveadhdhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUkSzh2ny2Idb4S3lC0qeYAhttps://www.tiktok.com/@automotiveadhdpodcastSupport the Show!thespeedcouncil.orgSend in Your Car Sounds!facebook.com/automotiveadhd --#volkswagen #vw #vwgolf #eurocars #aprilfools #speedcamera #trafficticket #politics #v8 #listenable #podcast #radioshow #carenthusiast #carslover #turbo #supercharger #racing #drifting #boostedcars #cars #carswithoutlimits #automotive #racing #automotiveadhd #motorsports #jdm #americancars #musclecar #hotrod #radio #radioshow #podcasts #carculture #car

As cars become more and more complex and ECU reflashing technology becomes more advanced, the gap between sticking with a vehicle's factory computer and going to an aftermarket standalone only gets narrower and a little less clear. On this episode of Tuned In, we dive into this topic, along with many others, with PCMTec's Roland Harrison.Use “PCMTEC50” to get 50% OFF our HPA Practical Reflash Course: https://hpcdmy.co/reflashbAs a co-owner and founder of PCMTec, Roland is extremely well versed in the world of reflashing, with the company traditionally focusing its efforts on the Australian market Ford Falcon platforms, which of course includes the famous four-litre Barra straight six. Recently though, PCMTec has been moving into the more global Ford market, offering advanced tuning options for Mustang, F150, and Explorer models. It wasn't always all about cars for Roland though, having spent a good majority of his working life in the oil and gas industry, calibrating and maintaining massive industrial engines and electrical systems. After learning all he could from the business, Roland, along with a business partner, decided to turn his hobby of messing around with reflashing into a business and full-time career. Roland takes us through the whats, whys, and hows of making this transition — even spending some time discussing some of the more surprisingly interesting aspects of his work in oil and gas. With that said, the real meat and potatoes of this conversation come when Roland and host Andre Simon move into the world of reflashing, discussing all aspects of this sometimes very complicated field. There's a lot to learn here as Roland breaks down the process of creating a reflash solution for Ford's sometimes extremely complex ECUs, as well as how they've added an impressive array of custom functionality to these computers, and more.You'll also find a great discussion around one of the main differences between most reflash options and standalone ECUs — live tuning, as well as map switching on the fly and plenty more.PCMTech is currently offering solid discounts off its US DIY and Workshop Editor editions, and the deep dive development blog mentioned in this episode can be found here.Follow PCMTec here:IG: @pcmtecFB: PCMTECYT: PCMTEC TuningWWW: pcmtec.comDon't forget, you can use “PCMTEC50” to get 50% OFF our HPA Practical Reflash Course: https://hpcdmy.co/reflashbTime Stamps:3:38 How did you get involved in the automotive scene?5:40 Do you have any formal mechanical education?13:28 PID algorithm cross over from oil and gas to auto industry19:01 Mechanical issues vs software issues while tuning23:25 Ziegler Nichols Method?25:18 How did PCMTec come about?42:25 Accessing parameters within the ECU based on the amount of modifications44:36 Features you've added that weren't available in the OE controller.48:13 Reasons for re-flashing over standalone ECU51:55 How do you add features into an OE controller1:03:13 Overview of PCMTec today1:09:22 Weighing up functionality options for software1:13:25 Do you support live tuning or is it re-flash only?1:24:25 How does your data logging work?1:29:56 Are you providing any support for trans tuning?1:34:13 Final three questions

Anyone with even a passing interest in Time Attack has likely heard of Norris Designs, a UK-based tuning company probably best known for its insane north-south oriented, twin-charged, short-wheel base Evo IX time attack monster. On this episode of Tuned In, we sit down with founder Simon Norris to get some insight into this brain-melting build, plus much, much more.Use “NORRIS100” to get $100 off our HPA Tuning Starter Package: https://hpcdmy.co/starterbLike many of us, Simon Norris began his love affair with cars and motors early in life, pulling apart engines on the kitchen table as a child. While there was a slight detour after leaving school to study engineering, it wasn't long before Simon spied a new opportunity in the burgeoning JDM aftermarket tuning scene just as he was cutting his teeth working in a Nissan dealership in the mid-nineties. So, after seeing how others were starting to mess with tuning ECUs, Simon decided he could do better, and promptly opened Norris Designs way back in 1998.Nearly three decades later, Norris Designs is one of the biggest names in the UK tuning scene. In this conversation, we first kick into the business side of Simon's life, finding some great insight into what works and what doesn't when it comes to building a company in the motorsport industry. We next get into tuning in general, where Simon discusses different ECU options, dyno styles, and the many factors that can cause discrepancies between individual dyno runs. From there it's on to the real meat and potatoes of this episode — Simon's incredible Mitsubishi Evo IX. With its north-south-orientated billet supercharged AND turbocharged 4G63, the AWD Evo is an engineering masterpiece that absolutely tears up any race circuit it's unleashed upon. Simon does his best to answer the many questions we have about this car in an attempt to get to the bottom of what makes this shortened and roof-chopped weapon tick, and why Simon made the choices he has with this build. Even if Time Attack cars and Mitsubishis aren't your thing, this episode drops some great knowledge and is well worth a listen regardless of your chosen motorsport or what type of car you're into. Follow Norris Designs here:IG: @norris_designsFB: Norris DesignsYT: NorrisdesignsWWW: norrisdesigns.comDon't forget, you can use “NORRIS100” to get $100 off our HPA Tuning Starter Package: https://hpcdmy.co/starterbTime Stamps:3:41 How did you get into cars?8:25 Did you have much industry experience before starting your business?12:39 What sparked the interest in JDM cars?16:18 How did Norris Designs grow?25:56 Overview of Norris Designs today31:12 What does your day-to-day look like at Norris Designs?38:36 What vehicles are you specialising in?42:54 How did you learn to tune?52:44 Are you relying on knock control and close loop fuel control?57:35 Did you start with an engine dyno or rolling road?1:01:17 Do you have fixtures and harnesses for quick and easy engine dyno setups?1:02:27 How accurate is the engine dyno?1:10:23 Repeatability issues with rolling road1:14:16 ECU of choice?1:20:20 What is a short wheelbase Evo 9?1:24:33 Engine package1:34:45 Billet blocks for street applications?1:38:41 Twin charge setup1:44:24 Transmission1:50:39 What's next in the development of the car?1:52:33 Lap time difference with new aero package

Strap in and prepare to rev your engines as we take you on a journey into the world of car culture in Houston. We start off in the company of Omar, our special guest from Houston's bustling BMW group. Discover how a simple online forum sparked the ignition for a group of almost 100 BMW enthusiasts, transforming into a robust community of passionate drivers that are thriving in the new digital world.Deep dive into the realm of hot-rodding in Texas, where roaring engines and tight-knit camaraderie rule the landscape. From potent modifications to the Hot Rod Tour of Texas that begins in Victoria, we offer a glimpse into the high-octane lifestyle of hot rodders in the Lone Star State. But that's not all, as we shift gears into the world of BMW performance upgrades, discussing the thrill of unlocking ECUs for tuning, and the exquisite craftsmanship of BMW's inline six engines.But we're not just about horsepower and high-speed thrills. Explore with us the luxurious confines of the 2023 Dodge Durango SRT Hellcat, an SUV that beautifully blends raw power with sport comfort. We're talking leather seating, advanced tech, and a 6.2 liter V8 supercharged engine pumping out 710 horsepower. But we also love our local Houston culture, so we're tipping our hats to the Gulf Coast Auto Shield's car pampering services. So buckle up, Houston, and join us for an episode that's all about cars, camaraderie, and cuisine!Lupe Tortilla, sponsor Tailpipes & Tacos Lupe Tortilla in Katy, Texas, is host to the quarterly Saturday morning cruise-in!Sponsored by Gulf Coast Auto Shield Paint protection and more!Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.---- ----- Want more In Wheel Time Car Talk any time? In Wheel Time Car Talk is now available on iHeart Radio! Just go to iheart.com/InWheelTimeCarTalk where ever you are.----- -----Be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast provider for the next episode of In Wheel Time Car Talk and check out our live broadcast every Saturday, 8a-11aCT simulcasting on iHeart Radio, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Twitch and InWheelTime.com.In Wheel Time Car Talk can be heard on you mobile device from providers such as:Apple Podcasts, Pandora Podcast, Amazon Music Podcast, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, iHeart Radio podcast, TuneIn + Alexa, Podcast Addict, Castro, Castbox and more on your mobile device.Follow InWheelTime.com for the latest updates!Twitter: https://twitter.com/InWheelTimeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/inwheeltime/https://www.iheart.com/live/in-wheel-time-car-talk-9327/https://www.youtube.com/inwheeltimehttps://www.Facebook.com/InWheelTimeFor more information about In Wheel Time Car Talk, email us at info@inwheeltime.comTags: In Wheel Time, automotive car talk show, car talk, Live car talk show, In Wheel Time Car Talk

Topping interviews Josh Beaumont who is the founder of Relentless Motorsports. Learn about his unique entrepreneurial path from being one of the first vehicle e-commerce pioneer to losing everything to building one of the most successful automotive companies in the industry. His most recent company Relentless Motorsports repairs and makes custom ECUs for everything from the iconic Mark4 Supra to modern Lamborghinis.Topping Talks is Sponsored by Topping Technologies & ExpressVPN. Protect your online privacy https://www.xvuslink.com/?a_fid=toppi... also if your business needs IT assistance you can reach Topping Technologies at sales@toppingtechnologies.com FollowTopping on Twiitter-https://twitter.com/NicTopping

La filière équine française est confrontée à de nombreux enjeux comme la préservation du bien-être animal, le maintien de la diversité des races et de leur présence dans certains territoires, la pérennisation des emplois etc.  Afin d'aider les professionnels de la filière à anticiper les évolutions à venir, l'INRAE et l'IFCE se sont associés pour s'interroger sur les perspectives d'évolution de la filière équine à moyen terme. Le travail prospectif réalisé en 2012 a permis de définir quatre scenarios d'avenir contrastés pour la filière équine française à l'horizon 2030 et, à travers cette exploration, d'imaginer les ruptures possibles, de souligner les enjeux émergents, et d'initier le débat sur les leviers disponibles ou à mettre en œuvre pour contribuer au maintien du dynamisme de la filière. Florence Méa, directrice générale adjointe de l'IFCE livre dans ce podcast un état des lieux de la filière 10 ans après cette étude prospective et présente donc les aspects convergents et divergents vis-à-vis de cette dernière.   Pour aller plus loin :  Etude prospective de 2012 - La filière équine française à l'horizon 2030  Ecus 2022 - Tous les chiffres de la filière équine française en 2021  Si vous souhaitez en savoir plus sur le sujet, rendez-vous sur notre site internet equipedia.ifce.fr où vous trouverez tous les travaux de nos experts. Vous pouvez aussi nous rejoindre sur notre groupe Facebook équipédia, sciences et innovations équines pour plus de contenus. Pour ne manquer aucun épisode, abonnez-vous, partagez, commentez etn'hésitez pas à laisser 5 étoiles sur Apple Podcasts et Spotify. 

Ya está disponible un nuevo episodio del podcast "Punto de Equilibrio" conducido por Alejandro Evlampiev. En esta ocasión, entrevistó a Jorge Molina-Niñirola, CEO de Agloob y Ecus Kids, una empresa destacada en la fabricación y venta de colchones infantiles, cuya principal característica es que ayudan a prevenir la plagiocefalia en bebés. En la conversación, Molina-Niñirola comparte valiosas experiencias sobre el éxito de su empresa, especialmente en el ámbito de las ventas a través de Amazon, donde han logrado cifras récord. Sin rodeos ni exageraciones, la entrevista ofrece una perspectiva clara y directa sobre el caso de éxito de Agloob y Ecus Kids. Si están interesados en conocer más sobre estrategias empresariales, ventas en línea y el mundo de los colchones infantiles, no puedes perderte esta entrevista.

If you have any interest in engines, there's a good chance you've already come across this week's guest — Driving 4 Answers of YouTube fame. With nearly a million subscribers, Driving 4 Answers is one of the biggest technically-focused automotive channels on YouTube. Today we sit down with the one-man-band creator, researcher, host, and editor to talk about his love for engines, how he breaks down complex engineering topics and makes them easy to understand, and, of course, we've got to jump into a huge stack of nerdy engine topics.Use “DRIVING100” to get $100 OFF our HPA Engine Building Starter Package course: https://hpcdmy.co/enginepackagebDriving 4 Answers has a fascinating story to tell, and his passion for all things combustion engineering is very obvious. Despite his extremely in-depth knowledge and understanding, Driving 4 Answers has zero education in the subject and actually ditched a high-pressure career in the upper echelons of European politics to do what he loves — learning, talking, and educating people about automotive engineering, especially when it comes to motors.On the technical side, we delve right into the weeds in this episode, discussing the complexities of horsepower and torque, the importance of engine balance and rod/stroke ratio, bike carbs, the joys of modern standalone ECUs, over-engineered old Toyotas, and everything in between.In this conversation, we also explore Driving 4 Answers' transformation from regular Bosnian car enthusiast to YouTube personality. If you're interested in producing your own online videos, this conversation also covers Driving 4 Answers' experience with content creation, the lessons he's learnt, and how he deals with the inevitable trolls that surface once you start to gain traction. Follow Driving 4 Answers here:IG: @driving4answersYT: Driving 4 AnswersDon't forget, you can use “DRIVING100” to get $100 OFF our HPA Engine Building Starter Package course: https://hpcdmy.co/enginepackagebTIME STAMPS:3:10 - How did you get into cars?7:30 - Do you have a formal education?9:50 - Learning without an engineering degree16:00 - How did Driving 4 Answers start?17:35 - Loving old Toyotas 25:50 - Becoming a full-time YouTuber35:05 - Dealing with trolls39:30 - Misinformation in the performance auto industry49:20 - Why Toyota's 4AFE?1:00:35 - Aftermarket ECU discussion1:14:00 - AW11 MR2 power figures1:23:10 - Rod-to-stroke ratios1:32:00 - Engine balance

In this special two-part episode with guest Stefano Marzani, the WW Tech Lead for Software Defined Vehicles from AWS, we discuss the importance of cloud technology as applied to vehicles.  In this Part 2, we discuss  Prototyping, Machine Learning/AI, and ADAS/Autonomous Driving. In, Part 1, published previously (LINK) we meet Stefano, learn about his important role at AWS and cover the first two topics: Data and Compute. Links referenced in the show: AWS Automotive homepage: www.aws.com/automotive AWS All Things Automotive Podcast:  https://aws.amazon.com/architecture/all-in-series/all-things-automotive/?all-in-livestream-cards.sort-by=item.additionalFields.sortDate&all-in-livestream-cards.sort-order=desc&awsf.products=*all&awsf.tech-category=*all AWS Case study with BMW https://aws.amazon.com/solutions/case-studies/bmw-group-case-study/ Part 2 Chapters: 00:00 - Overview 00:40 - Topic 3: Prototyping in the cloud and “Environmental Parity” 02:20 - Running on Arm in the cloud and the vehicle 03:13 - Start software development in the cloud 03:55 - Difficulty of validation for automotive 04:49 - Empowering developers via the cloud 05:18 - Vehicle software will triple in the next five years 07:07 - “Shift left” to accelerate design cycles 07:54 - $40-50 Billion lost to automotive recalls  08:51 - Developing vehicle HMI with the cloud 10:57 - SDV can reduce cost of recalls 11:43 - Consolidation of ECUs  12:22 - Consolidating software effectively without bloat 13:45 - SOAFEE and standards for automotive 15:31 - Topic 4: Machine Learning and Analytics 16:45 - Data collection and annotation with SageMaker 17:22 - Other frameworks for ML in AWS 17:52 - In-vehicle validation of new models 18:30 - Finding edge cases  19:20 - Tools to manage ML workflows  21:55 - Topic 5: ADAS and Autonomous Driving 22:35 - Near-term benefits from ADAS 25:00 - Seeking edge cases  25:30 - Decomposing autonomous driving 27:30 - Collaboration between AWS and Sonatus 29:29 - Importance of using real ECUs 31:04 - Summary

It's something that can destroy your engine in seconds… but how much do you really know about pre-ignition, knock, and super-knock? On this episode of Tuned In, we've invited Ioannis Andrianakis from Plex Tuning to talk us through these terms, how his highly-regarded series of knock sensors work, and what we do and don't need to worry about when it comes to all things detonation. Use ‘PLEX25' for 25% off our HPA Tuning Starter Package here: https://hpcdmy.co/cadCalling in from Athens, Greece, Ioannis has been in the tuning game since the mid-nineties and has some great stories about what he had to resort to in order to tune a vehicle at a time when there was next to no such thing as standalone ECUs outside of the professional race world.We then delve into the creation of Plex Tuning, as well as how and why Ioannis developed his popular range of data loggers, digital dashes, data acquisition tools, boost controllers, and of course the much-loved series of knock monitors.And this brings us to the main focus of the conversation, as Ioannis jumps straight into the deep end of the knowledge pool and gets very nerdy on all things engine knock. If you want to improve your tuning knowledge and gain a far better understanding of the causes, solutions, and variations of knock, then this episode with Plex Tuning's Ioannis Andrianakis is a must-listen.  As per this episode, check out this video to hear exactly what knock sounds like: https://hpcdmy.co/knockknockFollow Plex here: IG: @plextuningFB: Plex Tuning WWW: plex-tuning.comDon't forget, you can use ‘PLEX25' for 25% off our HPA Tuning Starter Package here: https://hpcdmy.co/cad

Every so often in this industry, a new technology comes along that improves the quality of both cars being built, and the work of their builders. The PMU — also known as a PDM — is one of those technologies. This week, Zach Denney of ECUMaster USA joins us to discuss how these brilliant devices work and how you can use one in your next build, as well as all things standalone ECU, dyno tuning, and much more. Use ‘PODCAST75' for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-inAfter appearing on our radar a few years ago, ECUMaster has been steadily gaining popularity in most markets around the world. We've been using ECUMaster products in a couple of our own projects for a few years now, so we're in a good position to ask Zach some challenging questions about ECU development, PMU applications, and motorsport electronics in general. First though, we dive into Zach's journey from working at a tyre shop to becoming the North American distributor of ECUMaster, along with some other key European brands. It's never an easy road, but through continued education and hands-on experience, Zach has built up his business from scratch and made it work despite the challenges of selling and supporting standalone ECUs.With ECUMaster releasing its brand new range-topping EMU Pro series a couple of days ago, we next look at some of the challenges around producing ECUs that are powerful and feature-rich, while still being accessible to the average enthusiast or tuner. We're also big fans of PMUs here at HPA, and as we've been using a pair of ECUMaster's excellent PMU16s in our SR86 race car, this discussion inevitably swings in the direction of power management units, with Zach and podcast host Andre spending time breaking down how they work, what they can do, and why they're so good. This episode also contains some great discussion around the liabilities and — for lack of a better term — finger-pointing that can come with tuning other people's cars, as well as all the variables that can affect a dyno-session's outcome. We know who's going to be first in line to cop the blame, so how do we, as tuners, avoid becoming public enemy number one if something goes wrong later down the track?Follow Zach and ECUMaster USA here: IG:@holyzachrilege, @ecumasterusa FB: @ECUMaster USAWWW: ecumasterusa.comInterested in learning how to install and utilize a PMU/PDM on your own project? Start here: https://hpcdmy.co/PMUb

Welcome to The Nonlinear Library, where we use Text-to-Speech software to convert the best writing from the Rationalist and EA communities into audio. This is: Should we tell people they are morally obligated to give to charity? [Recent Paper], published by benleo on February 21, 2023 on The Effective Altruism Forum. SUMMARY In this post, we summarise a recently published paper of ours that investigates how people respond to moral arguments, and morally demanding statements, such as “You are morally obligated to give to charity” . The paper is forthcoming in the [Journal of Behavioural and Experimental Economics]. (If you want an ungated copy, please get in touch with either Ben or Philipp). We ran two pre-registered experiments with a total sample size of n=3700 participants. We compared a control treatment to a moral argument treatment, and we also varied the level of moral demandingness to donate after they read the moral argument. We found that the moral argument increased the frequency and amount of donations. However, increasing the levels of moral demandingness did not translate into higher or lower giving. BACKGROUND The central motivation for our paper was the worry that many have expressed, including a number of philosophers (e.g., Kagan, 1989; Unger, 1996; De Lazari-Radek and Singer, 2010) that having highly morally demanding solicitations for charitable giving may result in reduced (not increased) donations. This possibility of a backfire effect had been raised many times in a variety of contexts but had not been tested empirically. In our paper, we attempted to do just that in the context of donations to Give Directly. EXPERIMENT DESIGN In our first study (n=2500), we had five treatments (control, moral argument, inspiration, weak demandingness, and strong demandingness). In the Control condition, we showed participants unrelated information about some technicalities of UK parliamentary procedure. In the Moral Argument condition, we presented participants with a text about global poverty and the ability of those living in Western countries to help (see figure 2). For the Inspiration, Weak Demandingness, and Strong Demandingness conditions, we used the same text as in the moral argument condition, but added one sentence to each. Inspiration: For these reasons, you can do a lot of good if you give money to charities-such as GiveDirectly-to alleviate the suffering of people in developing countries at a minimal cost to yourself.Weak Demandingness: For these reasons, you should give money to charities-such as GiveDirectly-to alleviate the suffering of people in developing countries at a minimal cost to yourself.Strong Demandingness: For these reasons, you are morally obligated to give money to charities-such as GiveDirectly-to alleviate the suffering of people in developing countries at a minimal cost to yourself. In this study, we were interested in two comparisons. First, we compared the control and the moral argument conditions to look at the effect of moral arguments on charitable giving. Second, we compared the moral argument with each of the three moral demandingness conditions to investigate whether increasing levels of moral demandingness lead to an increase or reduction in charitable giving. In our second study (n=1200), we narrow down our research question by looking only at the conditions of control, moral argument, and strong demandingness. We test the same two main questions as in our first study. The key difference is that the Moral Argument (and demandingness) was presented to participants via the Giving What We Can Website (see Figure 3). This was done to mitigate experimenter demand effects, as well as to provide a more natural vehicle for the information to be delivered. In both studies, after reading the randomly allotted text, participants could choose to donate some, none, or all of their earnings (20 ECUs, where 1 ECU=£0.05) to the charity GiveDirectly. RESULTS The main results of experiment 1 ...

This Episode is Sponsored by: Dandy | The Fully Digital, US-based Dental Lab‍For a completely FREE 3Shape Trios 3 scanner & $250 in lab credit click here: meetdandy.com/tdm !‍‍Guest: Avi PatelBusiness Name: Clear Aligner AdvisorCheck out Avi's Media:‍Instagram: @doctor.aviYoutube ChannelClear Aligner BootcampFREE Masterclass SignupDental Associateship Reflection Videos‍‍Other Mentions and Links:Converted - Neil HoyneNew York UniversityTrader Joe'sWhole FoodsInvisalignEnamel DentistrySlackVoices of Dentistry Conference‍‍Host: Michael Arias‍Website: The Dental Marketer Join my newsletter: https://thedentalmarketer.lpages.co/newsletter/‍Join this podcast's Facebook Group: The Dental Marketer Society‍‍My Key Takeaways:If you're taking on an associate, be sure to set clear expectations at the very beginning!Having systems in place to show what happens when, and how to do it, can take a lot of stress off of an associate.When treatment planning with a patient, always address their chief complaint and how the treatment will solve this.If you let your profession guide you entirely, you may not find as much fulfillment!Try investing in your education, automation, and systems, so that you can perform your job without all the headache.There are clinical-minded dentists and business-minded dentists. You may find that owning your own practice isn't for you if you favor only clinical work!‍Please don't forget to share with us on Instagram when you are listening to the podcast AND if you are really wanting to show us love, then please leave a 5 star review on iTunes! [Click here to leave a review on iTunes]‍Episode Transcript (Auto-Generated - Please Excuse Errors)Michael: Avi, how's it going man?  Avi: It's going pretty good. How are you doing? Pretty good. If you don't mind me asking, where you located? I am in Austin, Texas.  Michael: Oh, nice. Home of Salt Lake  Avi: and, yeah.  Michael: Yep. I forgot the other donut plate. Round Rock donuts. But that's in  Avi: Round Rock, right? Yeah, Those are both great. Where where are you based out of?  Michael: Los Angeles. Okay. So, yeah. But my family's in, we, I grew up in Texas. We all live in Texas, but more like in the Houston area. Okay. Uh, but Nice. I know, like lately, how much has it blown up lately? Austin.  Avi: So I'm part of the, uh, the blow up, I guess, . Cause I, my wife and I came here about two years ago. Oh. Uh, and we came from New York, so Yeah. It's like California, New York, everyone, just met in Austin. But no, it's, uh, a lot of the, like a lot of my patients who have been here for a while, they all say like, it has changed completely. Like, we live downtown, in downtown. I call it like the millennials playground. You've just got, The ECUs restaurants, bars, like, whole Foods Trader Joe's. It's awesome. Yeah, . Nice dude.  Michael: Nice. Awesome. So then Avi, tell us a little bit about your past, present. How did you get to where you are today? Avi: Yeah, so I grew up in Florida. And went to dental school up at nyu and after I graduated, I didn't do a residency, I just went straight to practice. I wanted to get a sense of what real life dentistry looked like, and so I jumped in and at that point I was practicing in Connecticut as an associate. and I got like a real heavy dose of reality Um, Basically I was in and out of Associateships every couple year or every couple months. And you know, at the time it was, it wasn't that great, but, you know, looking back, it, it kind of gave me an opportunity to see how multiple. Different office, like how multiple offices practice. And I learned very quickly that not everybody is not doing dentistry. From a practice, from a clinical side and a business side, the same. Everybody's doing it a little bit differently. Some people are better at certain things than others in terms of practice owners and how they're running it. I just had kind of like my learning cap on, so every opportunity I was just trying to absorb as much information as I could. Always trying to learn whether it's from the owner themselves, from other associates, right from. Office managers to kind of see how like, the front works and stuff like that. And, it was good, but it was nothing like I had imagined. I thought that I was gonna come outta school. you know, I thought I was gonna find a mentor, they take me under their wing, they teach me, show me all the ropes. And then, after a year or two, I would be this like all-star dentist. But I, it was a lot more of like balls in my. and I had to make the most of every situation that I was in. Mm-hmm. . And so that's what I did. And so I was doing that. And then you fast forward a couple years was in two private offices and then the pandemic hit. And so at that point I was already starting to burn out on dentistry because of the procedures that I was doing were your basic kind of crown filling, just very bread and butter dentistry and. I mean, I was two years outta school and during the pandemic I was just kind of like, this is not good . Cause I had just got, just got going and I had $500,000 of student debt. And, uh, I wasn't, wasn't too thrilled about what I was doing. So then I kind of just started to look around and, and see what I could do. And that's where I. Started to just invest in education, invested in education, invested in myself, learned how to do, uh, implants, and then I dove into Invisalign cuz I was already certified, because I went to nyu. And for me it was more just like I wanted to find something that would just kind of get me excited again, uh, to do, to do dentistry. So, Pandemic's happening. And then uh, go back to work. and then the office owner actually I told them, Hey, I took these courses, would love to implement them. And uh, the owner actually told me that they didn't want me to implement aligners cuz they didn't think it was profitable. we had like a proper meeting and stuff about it, but that was the gist of it and that kind of surprised me because everyone that I had talked to about had said good things about aligners and at that point I had worked at like 10 offices. in the Connecticut area. And so my wife and I decided to move and relocate. We heard great things about dentistry in Texas. Uh, we loved Austin. So we came here and I actually joined A D S O, so they were a smaller D S O and um, they were fully supportive of me doing whatever I wanted, procedure-wise. Mm-hmm. , so. They had an iTero, they had an implant system and they were basically just like, you know, go crazy with this thing. So that's what I did and I tove in, uh, I started placing implants. When you first place implants, it's all about like case selection and, it's definitely, I mean obviously a surgery, so you're not doing crazy stuff to start and you just kind of are building your confidence and stuff that I did and that was nice. It's like an adrenaline rush when you're doing implants, and I loved it. and then I also started doing aligners and I started like 50 cases in my first six months. And so, that's like 250 grand in revenue given that each case is, $5,000. So that was like eye-opening for me because it's almost like a, a switch flipped in terms of Feeling more passionate about what I was doing, like I was actually making a difference. Providing a procedure to patients that is changing their lives, it's improving their oral health. you know, It's night and day from when they finish treatment to when they start. And then I also got more time and freedom, in my life because I got, align. It's not like a very like labor intensive procedure. It's a lot more of educating the patient, selling the case, and then setting up the case on a computer. , then assistant places the attachments on and you kind of essentially just like cheer the patient on throughout treatment and make sure they're motivated and, and wear the aligners. And then when you're done, you just polish the composite off and get 'em into retainers. And so that was awesome because now I was making more money. I had more time, and I just felt very aligned with what I was doing. So I took that feeling. And I wanted to share that. So I was working with another dentist. He had about 20 years of experience. Practiced as an owner before, and then him and his wife moved from California and then I started just showing him how to do aligners. And he also started to feel the same thing. And he was, he started doing like 10, 10 or 12 cases a month. And he, he basically said that, uh, he wished he'd started doing it earlier because it completely changed the way that he practiced. I also helped out some of the other doctors in the, in the organization, but then I went to leader. and I told them, Hey, I would love to just have like a, a legitimate role in the company where I could just be like this in-house, call it director of, you know, of aligners and just like coach up all the doctors cuz they had about 35 doctors in their D S O. And they liked the idea of it, but it just wasn't. Aligning with kind of what they wanted to do, and they just wanted me to focus on doing the dentistry in the practice. So at that point I was pretty bummed. And then my wife told me, she was just like, you pretty much know what you're doing in terms of coaching and teaching. She's like, why don't you just start a consulting company and consult with that test? So, I started doing that, I created a consulting company last year at the beginning of the year, and I started working with some docs and um, one of the docs I worked with, they had zero experience doing aligners. They're a practice owner. And they understood the value of having aligners in their practice and they wanted to do it. And so I worked with him and then he basically went from zero cases to 25 cases in his first two months. And then he's been able to kind of carry out At least like 10 cases a month ever since. Because with aligners, once you know how to do it, once you, once you start doing it, you don't stop. It's like a dentist that places implants. They don't stop placing implants. Like once they learn it, it just becomes part of what they do and they continue to do that. So that was awesome. And then, Then the consulting thing got a little crazy because man, like working full-time and trying to schedule time with other doctors full-time as well was tough. And then I stumbled upon this concept of like creating an online course mm-hmm. To, you know, make it real scalable to, to be able to reach and help more doctors, but then also not have to spend so much like time with the scheduling and all that. So, Fast forward, to middle of last, uh, middle of last year. Yeah. And I created a uh, online training program for dentists. So it's brand agnostic. It is for meant for general dentists looking to start implementing aligners. They can have either zero experience or just a little bit of experience and. They can basically watch these modules. I've created about four hours of content and it helps coach them through everything, from what cases to select, how to talk about it, how to set it up pretty much like A to Z, what you need to know to get started. And then I also include monthly, coaching in the program where, , they have an opportunity once a month to meet with me. We can discuss, cases, any questions they have, all that kind of stuff. And it's been awesome because it's really started to take off and grow and it's allowed me to cut back on my clinical days, and I've been able to now focus on this, this online business essentially, that I've created. But it's, uh, it's pretty cool. you know, I may not be seeing as many patients as I used to, but by teaching other dentists how to do this procedure, I kind of get like a little piece of being able to help, a bunch of patients all over the world. And it's, uh, it's a feeling that I didn't know existed. Cuz if you would've told me two years ago, like, Hey, you're gonna create a training program and you're gonna love the way that it feels to help and teach, I would've been like, you're crazy. Like, why would I do that? Like, I'm just. I, I, I just, I think growing up I never actually understood, what it meant to like be an educator and then now being on the other side of it, it feels awesome. So, yeah. And then, the other thing I think is kind of how we connected was through social media. I started just putting out clear aligner content. On to my Instagram page. Uh, I even have a YouTube channel now. And just trying to get as much information out there to other doctors as possible and then help 'em wherever I can. Nice  Michael: man. Okay, so real quick, let's rewind a little bit, right? you mentioned that you were already burning out in dentistry because of the procedure that you were doing. What were those procedure.  Avi: Fillings, crowns, extractions, some root canals. I didn't really go crazy with root canals, but yeah, that's pretty much it. Michael: Those were the ones where you're like, I don't wanna do this ever again. Yeah,  Avi: yeah. It's like you do it and then it's like, it looks good on the x-ray and then comes back, and then it's, it's just, I don't know. I, I, I have slowly come around to them, so I will do them here and there, but, . Yeah. Like a lot of dentists out there, I was just like, I would rather let the specialists do this procedure. Michael: Yeah. Gotcha. Okay, so then you dove into Invisalign or Clearliners, right? Invisalign and then implants. And then you joined A D S O. who's D S O? Did you join  Avi: Yeah. So they were smaller. They were called what was it called? I remember the office name. The office name was Rose. and then they ended up selling to a bigger one.  gotcha. Yeah. Are you still with them? No. No. So I am now at um, a smaller group practice yeah, they're called Enamel Dentistry. That's where I'm at now. Oh, enamel  Michael: Dentistry. I may know. I don't know. So then when it comes to right now, you worked at how many as an associate? what are some things you can take away? Like what are some things that you wanna tell, like practice owners, like, Hey man, y'all need to chill out with this. And then like, Hey, do more of that. Less of th Yeah. What are some things you learned?  Avi: Yes. It's funny you say that. I literally have an entire playlist on YouTube with like my reflection from every job. So definitely they can check that out. But no, it's, uh, I think the biggest thing is like above all, like, remember that your associate is also a doctor and they're also a person. And I say that because, when you treat a colleague like a person, you're gonna treat 'em a little bit differently than you would if they're just someone that you don't really care about. And I'm not saying like, you know, you need to get all emotional and affectionate and whatnot, but like little things like be a professional. if you're gonna let somebody go, don't text. them. They did that to you. Yep. Uh, if you're gonna let someone go, don't, don't give 'em a phone call. T talk to 'em, tell 'em face to face and let them know why you're doing it with, you know, with the notice and honor it. Like, just be a professional. and, and the other thing too is like if you actually. understand your business, which I believe a lot of practice owners don't. If you actually understand your business, you should be able to set goals from the beginning when you bring on an associate and have expectations so that way the associate understands what's expected of them. Because if you don't tell me what you, what you really need out of an associate or what you're hoping to achieve, I can't help you. And so then you fast forward three, six months a year later, and now the owner. Internally has an expectation of their associate. And the associate may not be living up to it, but if that was never communicated, then know, nobody's gonna win there. If you are hiring an associate to just do all of your fillings, be straight up about it. just say, Hey, I am doing a lot of surgery. I'm looking for a dentist who is willing to do all the basic restorative in the practice. I think dentists are afraid of losing candidates because if they say that, that may scare some people off. But guess what? There are so many associates out there that would love to go to a practice and only do restorative. So I think they need to know what they want first and then communicate that. And then I think you're gonna have less turnover because when everybody knows what's going on, then the partnership is, much more likely to last longer. those are a couple things. What else? I really, I, I really love it when practices have systems and like really good systems and like, literally like order of functions, just kind of like, Hey, This is how, you know this is how the staff operates. Like these, this is how we set up. This is like the handoffs. It's not whenever, it's like too much freedom. I take, what I've learned is like if there's too much freedom in a practice, then there is no system, right? Because now you're relying on the associate to kind of piece everything together. And that's frustrating because when you're an associate, I do think you need to, like, they should be allowed to have autonomy, but they should be able to have autonomy in the system that's already created. Otherwise your business is not efficient. Ah,  Michael: that's smart dude. That's smart. Yeah. Cuz I feel like um, that happens quite often. You just feel so overwhelmed and you're like, look, I got extra cash coming in. I know I need an associate. Or maybe now or eventually, Hey, do this man just, just help me. Right? You just kind of say that, like, just help me with the load. But in reality, , I guess you never really, like you said, dove into like your business and being like, what do I really wanna do? Not wanna do you think it's cuz they don't have time. Avi: So I think what it is, it's this whole thing where, and this is my theory, is I think a lot of dentists who are practice owners, rewind. You have to go all the way back to like when they graduated dental school. And then I think what happens is they go through associateships. a lot of dentists come out. Some definitely want to be owners from the get-go. those are the ones who have the best practices and systems because they are entrepreneurs and business owners, and they just went to dental school to have a dental degree and then like, there's two different types. And so you've got your, your business minded dentist and you've your clinical dentist. And what happens is the business minded dentist dominated in terms of being a practice. and those are the ones who have like, a bunch of practices as well, or maybe just a couple well oiled machines. Then you've got your clinical guys who go out and what happens is they go and they go to a couple of these associateships and then they get burned by some owners, Things like the owner will take procedures off of the associate's schedule and like really fill. Their own schedule before they fill the associates. So that's another little takeaway is owners, if you hire an associate, leave treatment on their schedule because you make 70% of what they do. So fill their schedule before you fill your own and everybody wins because you'll have a happy associate that's busy and you're literally gonna make 70% off of what that associate does, and you don't have to do anything. that's another like mindset thing. But going back to. What happens is they go out, they'll have maybe a couple associateships, they'll get burned, and then they'll get frustrated and they'll be like, okay, screw this. I'm just gonna go open my own practice. And they have zero business, business education. And then they go and they become a small business owner overnight because the bank just hands out money and then they open up a practice and then they don't know what the heck they're doing. And all they really wanted to do was, they just wanted a place where they. Practice dentistry in like a, and just focus on that, right? Like if you talk to, I'm sure you talked to a lot of dentists and a lot of 'em just want, I just wanna do the dentistry, right? Mm-hmm. , and, and so they, their only solution in their mind is to go open their own thing. But then now you've just like opened the door to an entirely new career, and you're not even, you don't even have your feet grounded in the one career that you have as a dentist. And so now it's just like you, you're terrible at being a business owner. And then what happens is that cycle just. , it just keeps perpetuating. Cuz now they're the business owner and the doctor that's an owner. And then they hire an associate and then they traumatize that associate because they don't really know what they wanna do, being the owner. And it's just, it's bad. Again, this is not everybody, and this is not every practice I've worked in. It's just what I've seen and what I've heard from, you know, from colleagues and it's, uh, yeah, it's, it's like a vicious, it's very vicious. No, a  Michael: thousand percent, man, I, I hear that all the time. When. , you know, like I just wanted to do it on my own terms, my own dentistry, you know, I didn't want people to tell me what to do, buy my own technology or whatever kind of thing. And then, you know, now they're, they're stuck with that only option. Mm-hmm. , well, I guess in the community that they're in, what would that be? On the only option if they're like shopping around associate, associate, associate and then you're like, there's no, there's no other place I have to do this. That kinda the only option. Avi: it could be. But my thing is also is I think you could kind of get creative with it, again, there's no such thing as like a magical associateship, but I do think with even just the rise of DSOs and just opportunities out there, I think if you know, as a clinician what you want out of a practice, and you can put your ego. Because a lot of these, a lot of dentists want to be like the person in control, But like, with great power comes great responsibility and a lot of 'em can't handle it, right? Mm-hmm. . So it's just like, maybe check your ego at the door. If you just want to be like a, a clinician, then you can find a place where you can have a role, like a specified role to do that. Like they exist. I know they do. I've seen it. and that's why you have some associates who love their job. . they're hyper focused on what they do, and they're really good at it, and they've just found a home. And they're not the owner, right. Or they're not the, the, the number one top dog. But they're okay with it. Yeah.  Michael: Do do you think you'll ever start your own practice or No. ,  Avi: uh, I don't know. I think I'm gonna start like a movement or something. , before I started practice . I'm looking to make, yeah, I'm, I'm looking to make an impact, I think right now. Yeah. My focus is definitely the, the aligner training program. and then, uh, yeah, I, I just, I don't know. I'm not, I'm not crazy about practice ownership. I've. , think I could do it. I just don't have an interest in it right now. Gotcha.  Michael: Okay. Gotcha. One little bit, you said you were let go through text, right? You were let go through a phone. Why do you think you were let go? Avi: So the reason why I was let go through text is because that owner, so that practice, the agreement was that I would be part-time and I was originally, he wanted me to work every Saturday. and I was like, dude, you're crazy. I was like, I one, why are you open every Saturday? And then two, I was, this was the first time I ever heard about it. I was like, dude, I can't work every Saturday. So I was just like, I just need like a couple days. And then, so I was working like two days during the week and then we agreed to like every other Saturday. and it was actually kind of messed up because I was doing it and then this is like right around when I, uh, took that implant course and I gave him a heads up. I was like, Hey, I'm gonna take an implant course. Is it cool if I. You know this, it's gonna be a couple Saturdays, so I'm not gonna be able to make some of those. But then when I come back, I would love to implement the procedure. And so he was fully set up for implants and he was like, yeah, absolutely. He, he's like, you should always invest in yourself. He's like, the more you can do the better. And I'm like, sick, this is gonna be awesome. And I did it. I got the, I was doing the implant course and I'm on my, like last day, like the second to last day of this course. and then I got the text from him and he was just like, Hey, we're gonna let you go. you haven't been working as many days as you originally did, and so we just really need Saturday coverage. Mind you, I've been there for almost a year, so I was just like, I told you that I was gonna do this, and then, and then no response Can that even happen? it Ha, it happened .  Michael: I'm like, it happened, man. Dude, that's crazy.  Avi: I got the text, I looked at my wife and then I was like, I guess I'm fired. And she's just like, what? And then I was just like, yeah, like, and I showed it and then never heard from him again. Man.  Michael: How long did it take you to find another associate after that? Avi: So after that one I was like dropped on a. . And then I started looking in Austin. So then that's when I just started cold calling offices in Austin. I called like 30 practices. and get this, like, nobody works on Fridays in Austin. , like every practice I called, they were like four days a week, like Monday through Thursday. And I'm like, damn, that sounds good. And like, everybody's like enjoying themselves. But no, I, uh, I tapped into my network and then I connected with this Dsso within like, it took me a couple weeks. It took me like two to three weeks to really kind of, to find it. But um, yeah. Okay. Michael: Yeah. That's good, man. That's good. All right, so then let's talk about that aligners. I know you have like, you know, you do the consulting chorus as well, right? let's open up like Pandora's Box a little bit. Teachers right now, if you can, from someone going from zero cases where they're like, I would love to do more align. How can we reach to 25? Like what are the instructions and steps that we need to get to?  Avi: Okay. So in a nutshell, you have to simplify it, right? So the biggest thing is like, you cannot a lot of these dentists, these general dentists that you see doing a lot of cases , they're doing it not because they're taking on every ortho case that walks through the door, but they have over time taken on these simple, straightforward cases, gotten good results, and they've gotten confidence to then continue to do them first thing is you gotta talk about it, start talking about it with your patients. So once you know the cases that you can treat, which are basically cases that I refer, I'll just say it, I refer class three cases, bilateral posterior cross bytes. Deep by cases greater than four millimeters. and teenagers, Those are all the cases that I refer to the orthodontist. Off the bat. I have a conversation with the patient about their issues and then I refer it. So then that way they're more likely to see the specialist and get the treatment that they need. Everybody else is pretty much fair game, so I then have a conversation in, the hygiene exam. and they show the patients, we have a scanner. You definitely need a scanner. If you wanna do aligners, have to have to have to. And I show them their scan. I educate the patient. I talk about oral health. I do not talk about cosmetics. Mm-hmm. . And then I I believe in the treatment. And so when I believe in something, and as any dentist, if a dentist believes in it and they talk to their patient from a place of belief that it's going to improve that patient's oral health and life in some way, the patients are way more likely to accept it. it's that simple. it can be scary because it's something new. But it's that simple and that's how you start. And then um, and then I would say get a mentor, right? And, and cuz that's what I did. I, I pretty much did it. And I got a mentor, Dr. Christina Blocker. She helped me out early on, like setting up cases. sure not every case was perfect off when I first started. Uh, I definitely made some mistakes. Everybody does when they start something new. but you have to just have the confidence to continue to push forward because, you know, with ortho it, there's gonna be patterns. And so when you take on a certain number or certain types of cases, you're gonna see certain patterns it, it's honestly easier than doing a composite class two filling. and it's a lot of fun. I like it because you get to, you get to see a patient's. Entire mouth transformed. most of my patients that come out that were bought in for the oral health aspect and they complied, they come back and they're just like, doc, I actually floss my teeth now. And I was like, oh, wow. And then they're like, I love it. They're like, I can't not floss my teeth. Because they're like, I can feel it. They're like, I feel the difference. And so that's why I love, that's another reason why I love aligners is because it's like this daily, it's this daily kind of like accountability. , You take them out when you eat, when you're done eating, if you don't brush and floss and you pop them back in, all the food between your teeth, you're gonna feel it, right? Yeah. So patients will, they'll take out their liner, their brush, they'll floss, they'll put it in. So you got patients that are flossing and brushing like four or five times a day for eight months, and then when they're done, you're just like, Hey, you only have to brush twice and floss once. And they're just like, , it's, that's so easy. And so it's like this habit that gets built and it's just like a beautiful, like comprehensive way to just treat your patients.  Michael: What are some, I guess, mistakes you've seen along the road where that maybe like some of your clients or people have been making where you're like, no wonder, no wonder you haven't reached or passed this threshold or breaking point or,  Avi: Uh, I think it's lack of education. I just think a lot of dentists are doing it, not really knowing what's going on. Honestly, because it's like what happens is, and I blame the aligner companies for this, is they make it seem as though it's as easy as scan the patient, upload the records. , they'll give you like a, a simulation and then you just hit accept and you get it. Like, that's what I thought when I first started. And there's, I bet there's a bunch of guts listening right now that are shaking their heads, and agreeing, or they're, some of 'em probably just like, wait, that's not what you're supposed to do. No, that's not what you're supposed to do. You're not supposed to accept that first treatment plan. You have to make modifications, but you're not gonna know what modifications to do. , you know, you've been taught. So that is something that really helped my confidence and accelerated, my ability to do cases is because I kind of knew the guardrails, right? I knew, I was just like, look, I just don't wanna cause any harm to this patient and I wanna improve the current situation. How do I do that? And so it was by knowing what to do and what not to do, and. . after you do them. Like I said, you find the patterns, you get more comfortable with it. But the biggest thing is, yeah, as people accept the first treatment plan and they, they don't know that you're not supposed to do that. Michael: So then I guess, how do you, how do you go from there? You don't accept the first treatment plan. You're like, okay, I'm gonna continue to make, where's the guardrails? Yeah, where's the guard?  Avi: Yeah. So for those, you always focus on the chief complaint. Basically what are you trying to solve, right? Like, are you trying to just fix the crowding on the bottom? Are you trying to close spaces? Are you trying to, you know, the patient doesn't like the way their teeth stick, like flare out and they wanna bring that in. So it's all case dependent. But then once you know that, then you need to just, make sure you're making the movements. that are going to achieve that result. And you're eliminating the movements that are not going to help that, cuz that's what happens is essentially what happens is you submit a case and an algorithm kicks back to you. The result and the algorithms programmed in a very general sense. You as a dentist have to make the modifications to personalize it and customize it for your case. basically to answer your questions like, okay, so we're, that's literally why I created my program because there really, unless you have like another doctor helping you out, like there's not really that many, things out there resource wise that are accessible for dentists. There are some like in-person courses like Dr. Galler, uh, hi, his course is, , you know, but it's an in-person course and there's a wait list. So I, I think it's, money well spent to take his course. But you also need to know the basics before you go diving into that because, um, you can go there and, and, and learn all that, but if you, you don't know how to like, have the conversation and implement it, right. You're gonna struggle. So yeah, it, it's crazy like this, the world of aligners, it's, it's starting to take over. , I think it's already made its way into obviously the dental industry. Mm-hmm. . Mm-hmm. . Um, But at this point dentists have to have to skill up and invest in learning how to do this and bring it into their practice. And there's so many different resources out there. And there's gonna be even more in the future, I believe.  Michael: Okay, man. Nice. So then production wise, how much can someone expect collections and productions to, for example, let's go with that case study from zero to 20.  Avi: so each case is, I believe they were charging like 48, 75. just for the treatment. And then I think they charge like 700 bucks for the retainers. So that's like 55, 75, I mean, it's around $250,000, right? No, 25 times five. No, that was like a hundred and something. . No.  Michael: still? No, I mean, like, that's a, huge amount, you know? and how much is like your, your course or your consulting? Avi: So yeah, so right now I'm not doing the consulting, I'm just doing the course right now. My course is a thousand bucks. Oh, okay. Yeah, it's in intro pricing. Definitely gonna be raising the cost. But it's a thousand bucks. You. Like I said, all the modules to learn how to do this, you get the cheat sheets scripts for the team, teaches everybody what to say. I go over some like insurance stuff, like people are always kind of confused on how to bill for it. I, I cover that. And then I also do a year of training, right, the year of monthly coaching. So let's say you take the course and then six months later you're like, oh, like I have a bunch of cases. I dunno what to do. You can hop on the monthly call and then I can help you out. So that's my way of. being able to do like a group coaching type situation. But yeah, I tell doctors, I was just like, if you're serious about doing aligners, take my course. You will definitely start at least one case after, uh, and that you've already made your money back plus some. Michael: Yeah. Okay. Nice man. I like that. So then, right now, what do you think a dentist can do today to improve their.  Avi: A dentist they can do to improve their business. I think they can invest in systems to help automate as much of their business as possible. Cuz what that's gonna do is that's gonna lead to less stress for them. Cuz when things are systemized and automated and there's protocols, it just has a trickle down effect and it just will oh, bring them a lot more peace. , And then they should also invest in education. Because the more procedures that you can offer, You know, The more services right, your, your, your patients are able to kind of take, take up and do. So whether it's aligners, whether it's implants, whether it's Botox go learn this stuff. And I think the more the experience, dentists kind of know this, but the, the ones who may be younger or just may not have been thinking about it as much. You, uh, you went to dental school to learn how to not hurt people. And after that is where you actually learn different skills and procedures and techniques and you can learn it from people who have done it and you know who, who it's worked for them, it's worked for others. So, yeah, those are the two biggest things that I would say they could do to improve their business. Michael: Nice man. Okay. Okay. Awesome man. So then if we wanted to reach out to you, where can we.  Avi: Uh, easiest place would be Instagram. Uh, my handle is Dr. Avie and Doctor is spelled out. I also have the YouTube channel, but yeah, if you wanna reach out to me, just shoot me a DM on Instagram. easiest way. Okay. And what's next for you? Michael: Do you plan to do lectures, like workshops or how does that, like, or do you, I mean, you already said you didn't wanna own your own practice,  Avi: but like yeah. So yeah. So right now, right, I, I've got this online training program. I think what's next is growing that as big as I can, trying to make as big of an impact. And then after that, I really want to try to find a way to help dentists out, uh, on the mental health side. The, the depression, the stress, the suicides, all that stuff, because I've seen it, like I've been in that dark hole of dentistry that a lot of dentists have either been in and gotten outta or are still stuck in. I don't have like a real stat, but I would, I would say about 70 to 80% of dentists have felt some form of depression just because of the realities that, that we face as being dentists, especially when you're early on and, I wanna be able to, to create something and, and, and help people help other dentists rather, either work through it or. Or, or completely avoid it if possible. So that'll take me time. But yeah, that's, that's next. That's where like a deep passion of mine is.  Michael: where were you when that happened to you? Like what, why was that happening to you?  Avi: So this was like, uh, like right before the pandemic, and it was just because I was in and outta so many jobs. I was in and outta so many jobs and I couldn't, I couldn't hold an associateship for like three to four months. Right. I had like, I was burning out on, on the procedures and I was just kind of like, did I make a mistake becoming a dentist? Like this sucks. Like, I thought this was because for me, like my uncle's a dentist and I actually wanted to be a dentist because of him, because I saw the life that he was living, like he was able to like help his patients. You know, His patients loved him. He was able to just good do good work. He worked great hours, great family. He was able to golf. He was, he was living a very, like, good and comfortable life. And then I became a dentist and I was like, oh, can't wait for that to happen. And then it's just like, , I started looking at the realities. I'm like, okay, so $500,000 in debt. making like 125 grand a year. Uh, like I'm in and out. Like I, I'm doing shit that I don't even like, like I was just like, where is this fun? Like when, like when does this get fun? ? Yeah. So, yeah. And that's when I, I just like invested in myself, right? And I was like, okay, I need to learn something. I need to do something. Cause if I just let the profession guide me, the profession was, was not going to help me. The only person who's gonna help you is yourself. And then ever since then, I had like a mindset switch. And now I've just been following my passions and, you know, it's been like a progressive thing, right? . The first passion was the procedure, Was aligners, and then the next passion was teaching, which is now, which was then the consulting, which is, you know, has now morphed into the online course. And so that's kind of what I'm doing. Like I'm just, at this point, I'm like, if I just follow the passion. I will be happier and I will be in a better place than where I was previously. And I think a lot of dentists have to wall off their passions or they feel like they have to wall off their passions. Because the only other examples really that they have out there in terms of like what other dentists are doing is this whole model of like, okay, I. Graduate dental school being associate, okay, now I need to get my own practice. Okay, now I need to get five practices. Okay, now I need, you know what I mean? And it's like mm-hmm. , there's other ways to do this. You just have to pause, out what lights you up and what makes you want. , to get up every day excited. Some people it's, it is running multiple opposites. Some people love that. Mm-hmm. , some people love, just wanna do insane, crazy, cool surgery. Some people just want to kind of like coast and chill. Some people want to be entrepreneurs and, have a side hustle and create something outside of dentistry completely. I think it's all possible. I think we have to stop lying to ourselves and, and stop telling ourselves that, there's only one way to be successful as a dentist. Because it's just not true. Yeah.  Michael: I think that's where sometimes the depression can come in, right? Where you kind of mm-hmm. because you hear a bunch of things of it. You hear like follow your passion. Then you hear people like, nah, follow the work. Right? Like what? Make it work. And then another thing, no, follow your talents, right? Then everything else will fall into play. So you're like kind of picking and choosing the, the road you. You think you're good at something, but then you find out 80 billion other people are better at it. And you're like, well, that's not my talent. Oops. So should I have gone the other way? And it gets confusing, man. It gets confusing.  Avi: And then it gets lonely too. Like dentistry's lonely. Like a lot of dentists are practicing by themselves, you know, sometimes they do get to practice with another dentist or such. So it's that's the other thing is like for me, Yeah, it got lonely too. Like I didn't, all my friends, like I went to NYU and all my friends, like, pretty much, we all graduated and scattered. A lot of them went back to California. Some were in Canada, some were, they, they went up to like Massachusetts and stuff like that, and, and it's just like it's very easy to get disconnected, from your peers. And so that's why it's super cool when I see these other communities out there for, for dentists. Um, It's awesome and I'm actually pumped cause I'm going to a conference tomorrow, voices of Dentistry and I'm excited to just meet other dentists, just meet 'em and see what's going on and, and so that's the other aspect of my program. is, uh, I have like a Slack community as well, and it's just a, another space for like-minded dentists to just kind of like be together and, and connect with each other. And so I'm hoping that also continues to grow and, kind of how these other communities have, like their meetups and conferences and stuff. So, we'll, we'll see how that takes shape, but I think more than anything, like if you're a dentist out there, , if you're feeling lonely, you just need someone to talk to. Like, you can hit me up. We don't, we don't have to talk about aligners or growing your business like we could. We could just, we could just, you know, we could just talk. Uh, it's always cool meeting people because I feel like a lot of us are, are going through or have gone through like similar things. sometimes just Feels good to know that you're not the only person that's experienced it. And then kinda just hearing ways to kinda combat your situation. Yeah.  Michael: Kind of sounds like you fell in love with. or you really enjoy doing a procedure right now, but you're more in love with the mental health aspect. You know what I mean? Of like, we really gotta get this thing to blossom somehow, but right now what I need, you know what I mean, to, for my mental health is the, uh, director of liners or that thing, you know what I mean?  Avi: Correct, correct. Yeah. No, and that's the thing is I think it's a stepping stone, right? It, I think it's, uh, something of value that will generate. You know, You, you're gonna have happier patients. The doctors make more money after they take the course, obviously. Like I get to make some money off of it too. But it's a step, it's like a a means to, yeah. To this greater, this greater thing. I could get on stage and start motivating people, but like, who the heck is this guy? , you have to kinda establish yourself first. And that's what I'm doing. I'm just in the process of, doing that. But by the way, I'm the director of aligners that that didn't work out. That's what I was hoping would, would be a thing at that dsl. But yeah, right now I'm, I'm just kind of building my own. I'm just calling you  Michael: that right now is the Hey, he line . You know what I mean? Like of his own thing, you know what I mean? That's cool. Awesome. Avi, man, I appreciate your time and real quick again, let people know where they can find you.  Avi: Yeah, on Instagram my handle is Dr. Avi.  Michael: Awesome guys. So that's gonna be in the show notes below along with everything else that was mentioned. And Avi, thank you so much for being with us. It was a pleasure. And we'll hear from you soon. Awesome.  Avi: Thanks for having me.

When it comes to engine tuning, Mitch McKee knows it. He spent years working for Vivid racing and COBB before opening his own company, M Engineering. They write software (and some hardware) upgrades for high-dollar exotics like McLaren, Porsche, and Lamborghini. As you'll learn from the show, they don't do simple reflash or throttle maps, either. They're so good, in fact, that OEMs hire them to prevent cheating in racing team ECUs. We talk about Mitch's unorthodox start; why his approach is different; the challenge that is tuning a modern ECU; OEM security; why McLarens explode; why he doesn't tune Ferraris; Pikes Peak; and more. From his page: Mitch is an engine and transmission calibrator with over 15 years of hands on experience. Mitch has contributed calibrations to multiple high caliber, championship winning teams over a wide variety of racing disciplines, including road racing, drag racing, hill climbs, rally racing, and drifting. As a reverse engineer, Mitch was the lead on a project that was responsible for bringing Porsche aftermarket engine and transmission tuning to the mass market. Mitch has also consulted with multiple OEM part manufacturers for various products.  https://www.m-engineering.us/pages/about-us https://www.dynospectrum.com/ Recorded January 4, 2023 Go to https://www.vuori.com/tst and discover the versatility of Vuori Clothing. Not only will you receive 20% off your first purchase, but enjoy free shipping on any U.S. orders over $75 and free returns. Use Off The Record! and ALWAYS fight your tickets! Enter code TST10 for a 10% discount on your first case on the Off The Record app, or go to http://www.offtherecord.com/TST. Want your question answered? To listen to the episode the day it's recorded? Want to watch the live stream, get ad-free podcasts, or exclusive podcasts? Join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thesmokingtirepodcast Tweet at us!https://www.Twitter.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Twitter.com/zackklapman Instagram:https://www.Instagram.com/thesmokingtirehttps://www.Instagram.com/therealzackklapman Click here for the most honest car reviews out there: https://www.youtube.com/thesmokingtire

What do you do when the current crop of standalone ECUs just aren't providing the features you need? In the case of this week's guest, you simply build your own. Use ‘PODCAST75' for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-inOn this episode of Tuned In, we catch up with Syvecs Ltd's Technical Director Ryan Griffiths, who's currently based in Dubai, to get into the finer details of ECU development, tuning, motorsport traction control, and much more. The conversation kicks off with Syvecs' origin story, in which Ryan and his colleagues got together to create a brand new ECU after becoming frustrated with the limitations of what was on offer in those early days — most commonly APEX'i Power FCs and early AEMs. These tuning frustrations became the genesis of one of the most capable plug & play standalone ECU options out there, pushing Ryan and his friends to create something far better in every way. That evolution has continued over the last couple of decades, and it's allowed Ryan to push the limits of what's possible, even as plug & play ECUs become harder and harder to produce due to the increasing complexity and security involved in modern high-performance vehicles from the likes of McLaren, Chevrolet, Porsche, and more.Syvecs is also a very popular option with R35 GT-R and V10 Huracan/R8 enthusiasts, and after listening to Ryan explain his process and the inner workings of these ECUs, you'll begin to understand why.This episode is a fascinating deep dive into ECU development and features some great in-depth discussions on knock control, traction control, the differences between road-going ECUs like Syvecs and motorsport-dedicated ECUs like Life Racing, and plenty more. Follow Syvecs here:IG: @syvecs_ltdFB: @Syvecs LtdWWW: syvecs.comWant to learn how to tune EFI? Start here instantly, and for free: https://hpcdmy.co/tuneb

Sometime low-key earlier this year, the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) stopped Ebay Motors from selling any automotive products that could be deemed as 'emissions defeating'. That includes aftermarket hardware & software: Tuners, race exhausts, standalone ECUs, air/fuel management devices, etc. Ebay had virtually no choice in the matter, it was an ultimatum: Stop selling these products…. or face fines of ~$4,800 for any part sold from January 2020. Considering Ebay's substantial foothold in the marketplace as a used & NEW retailer, this could be one of the biggest blows to the automotive aftermarket ever. And it went off without hardly a peep. GUYS – THE EPA HAS TURNED UP THE HEAT TO INTOLERABLE. This has gone way past a genuine concern for our planet, and this is now about door-kicking, control, & submission. And after all the dust has settled, don't be fooled, this is NOT about the environment (repeat that as many times as necessary). This is about control, power, & forced obedience. And it ends with big government elites controlling transportation for their own profit & power. The EPA has a bafflingly accurate name for it, it's called the National Compliance Initiative. Make no mistake, this is what is oppression looks like. Comply… or else. NICHE MODIFIED VEHICLES ARE NOT THE GLOBAL CAUSE OF CLIMATE CHANGE. Not even close. In many cases, they're secondary recreational vehicles. And in fact – they produce no emissions whatsoever unless they're being used. Meanwhile – a new EV creates a GIANT carbon footprint before it ever travels its first mile. But the government is not pursuing the truth or common sense here, because again, this is not about the planet. This is a witch-hunt. And it's happening because car culture is a voice of knowledge & reasoning in the midst a political EV agenda that is contingent on mass ignorance & adaptation. Give that a minute to sink in. LIFE, LIBERTY, AND THE PURSUIT OF HAPPINESS… THE EPA IS ATTACKING YOUR FREEDOMS. And they are using ‘the environment' as a fabricated basis to do it. The serious question is: Are we too late to stop it? The EPA & big government is hurting legitimate automotive aftermarket businesses in this country. Crushing entrepreneurs. Stepping in & interfering with businesses & customers. Squeezing business owners. And making it needlessly difficult for them to 'legally' provide for their families… and/or the families of their employees. Where does this stop? Who's next on the EPA's list?

Remember when BMW said the E90's ECU was “unmodifiable”? Remember when Nissan said the same about the R35 GT-R? The aftermarket has always met new challenges head-on, and reverse engineering and modifying any factory computer system with software like WinOLS has become not just a viable solution, but a popular one, too.Use ‘PODCAST75' for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-inAs factory engine management systems increase in complexity, replacing them with aftermarket standalone ECUs has turned into a more and more of a difficult and expensive task. Looking towards other options, this week we're joined by a master of the WinOLS world, James O'Connor from The File Service. James has a long history in tuning cars and has been dealing with remapping factory ECUs since the early 2000s. His company, The File Service, deals exclusively in this realm, providing ECU map packs and software, as well as teaching others how to work with programs like WinOLS, which is the main focus of this conversation.This episode goes deep into the fascinating world of reverse engineering factory ECUs, as James explains how it's done and what's involved. He also takes an eye-opening trip down memory lane to talk about the early days of remapping and all the slightly terrifying things that needed to be done in order to gain access and modify factory tables.While a lot of this subject matter does cater to our more advanced listeners, James does a good job of explaining this interesting, very technical part of the industry so, at the very least, we can all have a better understanding of ECU remapping and powerful software like WinOLS.Want to know more? You can contact James and his team at:www.thefileservice.com.auStart learning how to reflash tune. Sign up for the next free lesson now: hpcdmy.co/hptuners101f

Just how easy is it to get 1000hp out of an Audi 4-litre? With reflashing's capabilities growing every year, will standalone ECUs ever become obsolete? And what makes someone drop their profession as a doctor to tune cars full time?All these questions and many more are answered in this week's episode of the High Peformance Academy Tuned In podcast with John Banks and Mitch McKee, the brains behind Dyno Spectrum.Use ‘PODCAST75' for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-inDyno Spectrum is best known for its popular DS1 package for various Audi and Lamborghini platforms. It allows for easy wireless real-time reflashing of factory ECUs and includes provisions for Flexfuel, high-speed datalogging, as well as a long list of off-the-shelf maps to work with whatever level of modification a car has. Both John and Mitch have been in the game for years and bring a wealth of knowledge to this conversation. While they first met when working for Cobb reverse engineering factory ECUs, both had quite different and interesting career paths to get where they are today — especially John who, up until a few years ago, was a practising doctor who worked with automotive electronics and tuned cars after hours for fun.The conversation jumps into factory ECUs, digging deep into how they work, and why they do the things they do that at first inspection don't make a whole lot of sense. Reflashing, as you'd expect, is also covered in fascinating detail.The big question that seems to be getting harder and harder to answer is also discussed: reflash vs standalone — when do we need to ditch the factory ECU and go MoTeC, Haltech, Link, or anything else? Do we even need to at all? Follow Dyno Spectrum here:IG: @dynospectrumFB: Dyno SpectrumWWW: dynospectrum.comWant to learn how to tune EFI? Start here instantly, and for free: https://hpcdmy.co/tuneb

Its a special edition of the show from the streets of Fan Fest, I talk the hill climb, low buck ECUs with OBD1Kenobi and Pikes Peak driver Jimmy Ford joins the show to talk about his experience running the mountain thus far. That and more on this special edition of the show!Support the show and get early access to episodes! patreon.com/throttlewarriorSend your car sounds to matt@throttlewarrior.com to be featured on the show! https://www.facebook.com/AutomotiveADHD

When most people outside of Europe think of diesel performance, Cummins, Chev, or Ford probably come to mind. As this week's Tuned In podcast guest tells us, however, there's a lot more to the performance diesel world than the big 6BTs and 6.0 Powerstrokes.Use ‘PODCAST75' for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-inOriginally hailing from France and now based in Nashville, Tennesse, Grégoire Blachon has built his business, Boxeer, off the back of Volkswagen Audi Group's impressive family of TDi four-cylinder diesel engines. Boxeer's journey began with TDi conversion packages for VW's Vanagon overland vehicles, and having always had an interest in motorsport, Grégoire always felt the urge to start pushing these stout engines in a motorsport environment — specifically hill climbing. Podcast host Andre Simon and Grégoire get stuck into exactly what makes these little TDis so good, and how he gets the absolute most out of them utilising obscure standalone ECUs, triple compound turbo induction, in-cylinder combustion pressure monitoring, and more. Grégoire goes on to break down the TDi-powered build he's best known for — his tube-frame Beetle hillclimber — which he's used in the last few years to come tantalisingly close to clinching the diesel win at Pikes Peak. After breaking the Bug down, Grégoire talks Andre through his new build, which he hopes will absolutely smash the diesel record at this month's 100th running of the Pikes Peak International Hillclimb. Based on a Radical chassis, the new car runs the same triple turbo TDi setup (with some extra added spice) and the same Porsche PDK gearbox, but with a considerable drop in weight and aerodynamic drag, as well as far superior handling and braking.The European diesel world isn't one that we've discussed much — if at all — on this podcast, so this conversation with Grégoire is a really interesting look at what makes these platforms tick, and how builders like Boxeer are getting serious performance out of them. As mentioned in this episode, you can find Skynam, the ECU Grégoire uses here: www.skynam.com And if you want to follow Grégoire's progress, check out the Boxeer social channels below:IG: @Boxeer_FB: Boxeer - Diesel Motorsports and OverlandingYT: Gregoire S. BlachonWWW: boxeer.comLearn more about performance diesel engine tuning. Start instantly with 4 free lessons: hpcdmy.co/dieselb

Lead Solution Architect at Cymotive, Benny Meisels spoke with us about implementing embedded software security in cars. The discussion touches ECUs, IoT vehicles, threat and risk analysis, and how reverse engineering plays a role in security testing. Benny works at Cymotive (https://www.cymotive.com/). You can find him on LinkedIn benny-meisels or on Twitter @benny_meisels. Resources for automotive security: Automotive Security Research Group (ASRG) Upstream Security Hacking a VW Golf Power Steering ECU - Part 1 – Willem Melshing's Blog  Instrument Cluster (ICM) Simulator: ICSim on github Program | escar USA conference | Embedded Security in Cars Car in a box, also on github and Arduino based: A lower cost approximation of the Toyota PASTA:Portable Automotive Testbed with Adaptability  Ghost Peak: Practical Distance Reduction Attacks Against HRP UWB Ranging Framework Laptop  Transcript

From fighting the government, to the final word on which Honda motor is best, to cleaving a block into two pieces on the start line — this week's episode of the High Performance Academy Tuned In podcast with PFI Speed's Brent Leivestad is a wild ride. Use ‘PODCAST75' for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-inBrent joins us from snowy Colorado for an interesting and in-depth conversation that covers a wide range of topics. Andre and Brent kick off by discussing PFI Speed and its metamorphosis from a used parts sourcing company into the well-known fixture of the import scene that it is today. The conversation then — inevitably — turns towards all things Honda, of which Brent is very well versed. The big topic that comes up here is the pros and cons of each Honda engine series, and which is definitively the best. The guys then dive deep into a recent incident at Sick week, which saw one of the PFI Speed cars split a B18C block completely in half. Brent discusses the ongoing diagnosis journey, as well as the steps that can be taken to ensure this sort of catastrophic failure doesn't happen again. The convo then pivots in a completely different direction, focusing on Brent's recent battle with the US Government, in which he was handed massive fines for selling aftermarket ECUs. This is a really important topic that concerns most of us in the industry as the world's emissions and environmental protection measures ramp up. Why was Brent singled out amongst the hundreds of resellers in the US? How did they come up with the dollar amount in fines? What does this mean for the tuning industry in the coming years and what can we do about it? Follow PFI Speed's journey here:Youtube: PFI SpeedInstagram: @PFISpeed Facebook: @PFI.SpeedWant to learn how to EFI tune? Start with some free lessons right here: hpcdmy.co/tuneb

We love a good Starlet, and they don't come much better than a turbocharged KP61 with some severe aero.Originally a drift school car back in Japan, Angel of Horsepower Techs KP61 Toyota Starlet has had more than a few changes over the years. After running the supercharged 4agze at 180HP Angel wanted more power so turned to a turbocharged Honda F20C engine he already had kicking around. The new F20C setup makes 650HP thanks to the Garrett 3582 Turbo strapped to it and One Ethanol fuel, but with stock internals, there are some more modifications planned to ensure reliability on track during Grid Life's Time Attack season next year.Want to learn how to EFI tune? Start with some free lessons right here: hpcdmy.co/efilessonWhile the car already had a TRD widebody kit, it was nothing compared to the APR Performance and custom rear diffuser now fitted which will be dialled in over the winter. This will be done with the help of Angels AEM Electronics package via more than a few hours spent comparing data and making logical adjustments based on it to ensure there is traction where and when it's needed on track.ECU wise the car retains the AEM Series 2 ECU that came with the F20C transplant from another project, and it is complemented by an AEM 3 port boost controller, CD-7 dash and IMU. The fuel system sports a solid Radium Engineering kit, Injector Dynamics ID2000's and a Horsepower Techs in house fuel rail. Needless to say, we're excited to see what Angel and this setup can do once dialled in and if he utilises parts mentioned like Turbosmarts new electronic wastegate and AEMs Infinity series ECUs.

We love a good Starlet, and they don't come much better than a turbocharged KP61 with some severe aero.Originally a drift school car back in Japan, Angel of Horsepower Techs KP61 Toyota Starlet has had more than a few changes over the years. After running the supercharged 4agze at 180HP Angel wanted more power so turned to a turbocharged Honda F20C engine he already had kicking around. The new F20C setup makes 650HP thanks to the Garrett 3582 Turbo strapped to it and One Ethanol fuel, but with stock internals, there are some more modifications planned to ensure reliability on track during Grid Life's Time Attack season next year.Want to learn how to EFI tune? Start with some free lessons right here: hpcdmy.co/efilessonWhile the car already had a TRD widebody kit, it was nothing compared to the APR Performance and custom rear diffuser now fitted which will be dialled in over the winter. This will be done with the help of Angels AEM Electronics package via more than a few hours spent comparing data and making logical adjustments based on it to ensure there is traction where and when it's needed on track.ECU wise the car retains the AEM Series 2 ECU that came with the F20C transplant from another project, and it is complemented by an AEM 3 port boost controller, CD-7 dash and IMU. The fuel system sports a solid Radium Engineering kit, Injector Dynamics ID2000's and a Horsepower Techs in house fuel rail. Needless to say, we're excited to see what Angel and this setup can do once dialled in and if he utilises parts mentioned like Turbosmarts new electronic wastegate and AEMs Infinity series ECUs.

On this week's episode of High Performance Academy's Tuned In podcast, long-time friend of HPA, Mike McGinnis, settles in for an hour's worth of high-quality, knowledge-filled tuning banter with our resident nerd Andre Simon.Use ‘PODCAST75' for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-inMike has been around the traps for a good few years now, and has become one of the world's top brains when it comes to both reflashing stock ECUs and aftermarket ECU tuning. Mike is currently occupied as chief calibration engineer for a top reflashing platform. Want to learn how to EFI tune? Start with some free lessons right here: hpcdmy.co/efilessonMike and Andre get deep into the weeds in this one, starting with Mike's development path and all its twists and turns, that got him to where he is today.  The pair also spend time trying to answer the often-asked question — should I reflash the stock ECU, or should I go standalone aftermarket? This is a big and complicated subject, and there's a whole lot of grey area, overlap, other factors to consider, but Mike and Andre do their best to clear it up. Along with a discussion about just how quickly the reflashing industry has progressed with what's possible now and much, much more, this episode is jam-packed with useful information for anyone interested in tuning.

On this week's episode of High Performance Academy's Tuned In podcast, long-time friend of HPA, Mike McGinnis, settles in for an hour's worth of high-quality, knowledge-filled tuning banter with our resident nerd Andre Simon.Use ‘PODCAST75' for $75 off your first HPA course here: https://hpcdmy.co/hpa-tuned-inMike has been around the traps for a good few years now, and has become one of the world's top brains when it comes to both reflashing stock ECUs and aftermarket ECU tuning. Mike is currently occupied as chief calibration engineer for a top reflashing platform. Want to learn how to EFI tune? Start with some free lessons right here: hpcdmy.co/efilessonMike and Andre get deep into the weeds in this one, starting with Mike's development path and all its twists and turns, that got him to where he is today.  The pair also spend time trying to answer the often-asked question — should I reflash the stock ECU, or should I go standalone aftermarket? This is a big and complicated subject, and there's a whole lot of grey area, overlap, other factors to consider, but Mike and Andre do their best to clear it up. Along with a discussion about just how quickly the reflashing industry has progressed with what's possible now and much, much more, this episode is jam-packed with useful information for anyone interested in tuning.

In this week's episode, we introduce our fourth co-host, while discussing the virtues of patience while behind the wheel. That leads us nicely into the automotive version of "Karens" that seem to be all over the media lately. We recount experiences we've heard of on the news, and experienced in real life, of these awful human beings. After quizzing AJ some more, an LS that's getting rebuilt because of some quality Valvoline work. In the second half, we dive into the continuing nanny-state situation California keeps finding itself in. This time, with their recent mandate of banning modified, or tuned, ECUs in the public's cars. If you're tuned in any capacity, if it isn't OEM, chances are your car will fail Cali's new emissions inspections. We talk some workarounds, the merits of these new rules, and how hopefully NY stays far away from it. Next up, how Henry Ford was apparently an idiot, but then we talk about how Ford itself is not - from making their F-150 Lightning relatively cheap, to how they tricked suppliers into providing more than they bargained for. We round out the episode with AJ's trivia, and a discussion of notable car pile-ups and crashes over the years. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/brokecarsnobs/message

ECUs first homecoming Queen was black, and she was treated unfairly! Take a listen

This is being called one of our "Top 5" episodes by many. Shannon takes TWO HOURS to break down everything about power management using Davis products, and gives an incredibly detailed walkthru of both the VPS and Profiler systems as well as discussing how they integrate with other ECUs and Ignition Controllers. Huge thanks to Shannon for spending time with us and the listeners to talk about this!