Platform Snapshot (vehicle-specific)
- Platform: EV
- Drivetrain: Varies
Glossary (quick defs)
- Heat soak: repeated runs reducing performance due to temps.
- Regen: regenerative braking affecting brake temps and feel.
- Thermal limit: system protecting motors/battery by reducing output.
- Repeatability: same conditions → comparable data.
3 Build Paths
1) Daily / low-intrusion
- Tires appropriate for your climate and street use.
- Brake fluid baseline if spirited driving.
2) Street performance
- Better tires and brakes; focus on feel and consistency.
- Monitoring routine for temps and run-to-run comparisons.
3) Max performance (no teardown)
- Track-focused tires and brake consumables.
- Thermal strategy: cooldown timing, session pacing, and consistency testing.
Highest Performance-per-Dollar (Ranked Table)
| Mod | Why it works on THIS vehicle | Supporting mod(s) | Risk | Links |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tires | Raises grip ceiling | Alignment | Low | Michelin · Bridgestone · Continental |
| Pads + fluid | Regen changes brake use, but friction brakes still get hot in repeated hard driving. | Ducting | Low | Motul RBF 600 · Motul RBF 660 · EBC Yellowstuff |
| Alignment + pressures | EV weight makes tire management the difference between “one good lap” and repeatability. | Tire temp notes | Low | — |
| Thermal strategy | The car will protect the pack/motors by reducing power; pacing and cooldowns are “the mod.” | Data routine | Low | — |
Tires
| Category | Option | Why pick it | Tradeoffs | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Street performance tire | https://www.michelin.com/?s=Genesis%20G80%20Electrified%20tires | Best all-around grip and wet behavior for daily power management. | Wear and comfort vary; higher grip often means shorter life. | https://www.michelin.com/?s=Genesis%20G80%20Electrified%20tires |
| Drag-focused tire | https://www.bridgestone.com/search/?q=Genesis%20G80%20Electrified%20tires | Improves launch traction and short-times when torque overwhelms street tires. | Poor wet performance; faster wear; can feel vague in corners. | https://www.bridgestone.com/search/?q=Genesis%20G80%20Electrified%20tires |
| Track-focused tire | https://www.continental.com/search/?q=Genesis%20G80%20Electrified%20tires | Heat tolerance and consistent grip for repeated hard laps or mountain runs. | Needs heat; noisy/harsh; rapid wear if used as a daily tire. | https://www.continental.com/search/?q=Genesis%20G80%20Electrified%20tires |
Brakes
Reality check
- Regen changes brake behavior, but friction brakes still do real work in hard mountain/track driving.
- Weak points = pads + fluid (and cooling/ducting).
- BBKs are heat-capacity upgrades, not magic stopping distance.
High-ROI brake upgrades
| Category | Product | Why it works | Tradeoffs | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pads (street/track) | EBC Yellowstuff / Bluestuff | Common upgrade path; stronger bite and higher-temp compounds vs many OEM pads. | Dust, noise, rotor wear (varies by compound). | Yellowstuff · Bluestuff |
| Pads (track-biased) | Ferodo DS2500 | Proven “fast street / light track” compound family. | Cost; availability varies by shape. | https://www.ferodoracing.com/products/car-racing/brake-pads/DS2500 |
| Fluid | Motul RBF 600 / RBF 660 | Solves pedal fade from boiling fluid; big confidence gain. | Needs more frequent changes if tracked. | RBF 600 · RBF 660 |
| Rotors | OEM-style blanks | Reliable, cheap, and repeatable. | No “bling.” | — |
Big Brake Kits (only if needed)
| Product | When it makes sense | Link |
|---|---|---|
| AP Racing | Repeated track days / sustained high-speed braking. | https://apracing.com/search?q=brake%20kit |
| Alcon | Heavy track abuse / heat capacity problems you can’t solve with pads/fluid. | https://www.alcon.co.uk/?s=brake+kit |
Correction: BBKs improve heat capacity, not stopping distance.
Thermal management
Reality check
- Most EV “power loss” on repeated runs is thermal protection (battery/motor/inverter), not a lack of bolt-ons.
- The biggest gains are session pacing, cooldown timing, and state-of-charge planning.
Practical strategy (repeatable)
- Start sessions below 100% if your car runs hotter or limits harder at full charge.
- Track state of charge vs lap time so you know what’s normal for your route/track.
- Use cooldown laps and longer gaps instead of trying to “push through” thermal limiting.
External references:
Data logging / monitoring
Use consistent conditions to compare runs. For EVs, you often can’t access every temp channel — so lean harder on repeatability, notes, and timing.
Track in a simple notes template:
- State of charge (start/end), ambient, route/track, and repeat lap times.
- Tire pressures (cold/hot) and any power-reduction/thermal-limit events.
External references:
Recommended Mod Order (Step-by-step)
- Tires first.
- Brake consumables and fluid.
- Alignment and suspension tuning.
- Thermal management plan + data routine.
FAQ
What should I do before modifying a Genesis G80 Electrified?
Baseline maintenance, tires, and brakes first. A stable baseline prevents chasing problems that aren’t “mod related.”
What is the safest first step for performance?
Tires and braking confidence. Power is only useful if you can repeat it safely and consistently.
What is the best “power mod” on an EV?
Tires + thermal strategy. Most EVs don’t have meaningful bolt-on “power mods” the way turbo ICE cars do — the car will protect itself with thermal limits.
How do I know if I’m thermally limited?
Repeat runs get slower while the car feels “flat,” and you may see warnings or reduced output as battery/motor/inverter temps rise.
What is the biggest reliability mistake?
Ignoring thermal limiting and cooking tires/brakes while trying to “push through” protection modes.
Do mods affect warranty or legality?
It depends on your jurisdiction and warranty terms. Keep changes reversible and document your configuration.
How do I track what’s installed on my car?
Keep a current mod list, notes, and costs. Drivurs Garage is designed for fast, structured tracking.
What should I log/monitor after changes?
State of charge, ambient conditions, repeat lap times, tire pressures (cold and hot), and any power-reduction/thermal-limit events.
Related guides
- Brand hub: Genesis
- Model hub: G80 Electrified
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- (Concepts) Knock correction explained
- (Concepts) Torque limits (ECU/TCU)
- (Concepts) Intercooler guide
- (Concepts) Intake vs intercooler
- Clean pull vs dirty pull (repeatability)
- How to read a datalog
- Feature page: RaceBox performance tracking