Tuner History

The sport compact and tuner aftermarket scenes exploded in the 1990s. In part one of a 2 part episode re-live these exciting times and see how a small club of enthusiasts grew into a billion dollar industry.

In part 2 of 2, re-live the exciting 1990's in the sport compact and tuner industry and see how a small club of enthusiasts grew into a billion dollar industry.

We take a look at possibly the most important part of the tuner industry, the girls! From drivers and umbrella girls to dancers and models, these ladies keep the crowd pumped up and generate attention for the industry.

In episode 6 of Tuner History we look at how the aftermarket industry has had an impact on auto manufacturers and how they have changed how they design and market to customers.

From it's humble beginnings as the CVCC to it's place now as the '32 Ford for a new generation' there is no denying the impact the Honda Civic has had on the sport compact industry.

For episode 2 of Tuner History take a look at the early motorsports pioneers that helped foster American interest and passion for Nissan / Datsun and Toyota.