About TI Ground Effects

Spoilers are common ground effects for many vehicles

Tuners, Inc., known as TI, is a nationwide automobile effects company in the United States. The company specializes in ground effects, which have become common upgrades on vehicles all around the country. These ground effects can include a number of aerodynamic ground effects that exploit a downward force on your car. These effects are most common in racing cars, but are often seen on the streets as well.

Body Kits

The most general of TI ground effects, body kits can be any number of exterior modifications to a vehicle. These effects most commonly include spoilers, front and rear bumpers, roof scoops and front and side guards. Any of these ground effects will alter the original factory appearance of the vehicle, and can be mixed and matched in a variety of ways. They are often made of fiberglass, and can be factory fitted to your specific vehicle.

Body Lifts / Drops

Body lifts or drops can be among the most dramatic ground effects performed by TI. These lifts or drops will actually change the distance of your car from the ground by raising or lowering the body and suspension of the car. This will allow you to lower your car, a stylized look popular in urban settings, or a raise the suspension for the look common to off road exploits.

Spoilers

An accessory that is attached to the back of a vehicle, a spoiler is also sometimes known as a wing. The spoiler is most often positioned on top of the car's trunk, but can also be placed underneath the rear bumper. Spoilers can be seen on many racing and high performance cars, and it improves the performance of the vehicle by redirecting unfavorable air movement around the car.

Customs Hoods

Custom hoods can perhaps do the most to effect the actual physical appearance of the vehicle. They can be in the form of hood ornaments, also known as car mascots, and are used to add flair and style to a vehicle. These custom hoods from TI are most often in brass, zinc or bronze, but can be nickle plated for appearance. Specialized custom hoods can also allow air intake to the engine by opening the hood through a feature known as a "hood scoop."

References

• TI Customs: Ground Effects