What is Jtune?
JTUNE Automotive, established in 2009, is a prominent performance tuning workshop located in, Auckland, New Zealand.
Founded by Jacky Tse, a former Honda dealership technician, the company has garnered a reputation for its expertise in Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) vehicles tuning, particularly Honda models.
Services and Specializations:
JTune Automotive offers a comprehensive range of services, including:
Engine Building and Swaps: Specializing in Honda K-series engine conversions, JTune has been instrumental in advancing the K-series revolution within New Zealand's Honda tuning community.Dyno Tuning / E TUNING / : Equipped with an in-house Dynapack dynamometer, the workshop provides precise tuning services to optimize vehicle performance.
Race Car Support: the team can support trackside assist to setup Race car Programs and Data Annalize for faster laptime and finding weak point of the build and setup.
Fabrication: The team can handle custom fabrication projects, including exhaust systems and intercooler piping, tailored to specific vehicle requirements.
Suspension and Brake Upgrades: JTune offers enhancements to improve handling and braking performance, catering to both street and track applications. From Street Cars to Race Cars
Aftermarket Parts Support: Jtune still has a lot of sole Distribution Brand from all around the world, Japan, Australia, USA, UK.
Notable Projects:
Over the years, JTune has been involved in several high-profile builds:
Amuse S2000: This project features a Honda S2000 equipped with a Toda 2.2-liter stroker kit, VTEC-Killer cams, and individual throttle bodies, achieving 190kW at the wheels. The vehicle also sports an Amuse widebody kit and a Voltex wing, exemplifying JTune's commitment to both performance and aesthetics
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Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII Time Attack Build: Initiated around 2011, this extensive project includes a fully built 2.3-liter engine with a BorgWarner EFR turbo system, aiming for competitive performance in time attack events.
Industry Recognition:
JTune Automotive has been featured in various automotive publications and platforms, highlighting its contributions to the tuning scene:
Speedhunters: The workshop was showcased in a detailed tour, emphasizing its capabilities and notable projects.
NZ Performance Car: JTune's builds, such as the Amuse S2000, Evo Wagon, Time Attack EVO and EG Civics from early 2000s have been spotlighted, underscoring the company's influence in New Zealand's modified import scene.
Through a combination of technical expertise, innovative projects, and a passion for JDM culture, JTune Automotive has established itself as a leading entity in New Zealand's automotive tuning industry.