Glossary / General

bolt-ons

12 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Bolt-ons are parts you can add to a car to make it better without needing to change a lot of other things. They usually help the car go faster or sound better and are simple to put on.

Technical Definition

Bolt-ons refer to aftermarket parts that can be added to a vehicle without extensive modifications. These typically include components like exhaust systems, intakes, and turbochargers that enhance performance while being relatively easy to install.

Hear It Discussed

"because the bottom ends and the internals are all quite strong. And so you can throw bolt-ons on to them, you know, basically turbo downpipe exhaust system"
This Unicorn Diesel Manual Slicktop Wagon Is One of Sacco’s Best — Carmudgeon Ep 240 w Jason Cammisa The Carmudgeon Show 22:32

"[4899.4s] A camaro the single turbo 900 wheel horsepower and a mini cooper s with suspension and bolt-ons"
Cars for Swinging?; Puncture; Mecum Results; More! The Smoking Tire 21:39

"Are you using those as kind of bolt-ons or do you have an AI-driven tool like, I know, Impel's an option in the E-lead world?"
Haggerty on Dealing with Product Gap, Massimilla on Digital Handoff | Daily Dealer Live Car Dealership Guy Podcast 37:56