Glossary / General

OEM plus

11 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

OEM plus is a way of modifying cars that keeps the original parts in mind. It means making improvements that look and feel like they belong to the car, rather than making wild changes.

Technical Definition

OEM plus refers to a modification approach that enhances a vehicle's performance or aesthetics while maintaining the integrity of original equipment manufacturer (OEM) standards. This means upgrades are typically subtle and designed to complement the car's existing features rather than drastically alter them.

Hear It Discussed

"...Is OEM plus kind of like how you like to mod your cars? You don't go too crazy on anything."
Eric Kendricks (NFL Linebacker, Top Notch Car Enthusiast) The Smoking Tire 17:34

"...definitely like OEM plus looking right. Like really subtle, but like very, very cool."
RADwood Austin #6 - DWA! Podcast Ep. #910 Driving While Awesome 20:11

"Here we are with another story time interruption, brought to you by my good friends at FCP Euro. Look, if you've spent any time in the Euro scene, you have heard the term OEM plus. Okay? For those..."
NADS & SCOTTO’s Unfiltered Journey Through Five Decades of Car Culture Very Vehicular 58:54