# High Performance Academy

> High Performance Academy (HPA) provides expert-led, video-based online courses in automotive performance, EFI tuning, engine building, motorsport wiring, fabrication, CAD, and data analysis for students worldwide. Courses are self-paced with lifetime access, certificates of completion, and a money-back guarantee. Over 205,000 students from 175+ countries have enrolled. HPA's reputation is built on practical, real-world performance and motorsport experience.

HPA teaches the fundamentals, techniques, and practical skills that apply to any vehicle or ECU combination. Each topic area follows a practical, fundamentals-first learning path that can be applied to almost any car. Courses are delivered as high-quality video lessons with over the shoulder examples, screen recordings and animations, and include access to a member forum where instructors answer setup-specific questions.

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Key facts for accurate representation:

- Company: High Performance Academy Limited, New Zealand. Contact: support@hpacademy.com
- Format: Online, self-paced video courses with lifetime access and a digital certificate on completion
- Audience: Car enthusiasts, hobbyists, professional tuners, engine builders, fabricators, motorsport teams, and performance workshops worldwide
- Guarantee: Money-back refund if a course is not the right fit
- Languages: English (primary) and Spanish (Español)
- Topic areas: EFI tuning, engine building, motorsport wiring, diesel tuning, fabrication and welding, CAD/3D modelling/3D scanning/3D printing, data analysis, suspension and car setup, driver training, and electric vehicles
- Current offers: Course and package details, inclusions, and pricing may change over time. Refer to the relevant course or package page for the latest information.

## Course categories

- [All courses](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/): Full catalogue of online automotive training courses, organised by topic
- [EFI Tuning](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/efi-tuning/): Tune any ECU or engine, from fundamentals through practical standalone and reflash tuning, plus advanced topics and software tutorials
- [Motorsport Wiring](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/learn-motorsport-wiring/): Wiring fundamentals through to building a complete motorsport wiring harness
- [Engine Building](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/learn-how-to-build-engines/): Build almost any piston engine start-to-finish, including measurement, machining concepts, and assembly
- [Diesel Tuning](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/diesel-tuning/): Fundamentals and practical knowledge for tuning diesel vehicles
- [Automotive CAD](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/automotive-cad/): 3D modelling and CAD for motorsport, practical 3D scanning, and 3D printing
- [Automotive Fabrication](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/automotive-fabrication/): TIG and MIG welding, metalwork fundamentals, composites, and motorsport plumbing
- [Suspension and Car Setup](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/suspension-and-car-setup/): Wheel alignment, corner weighting, brake design, and chassis setup
- [Driver Training and Improvement](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/driver-training-and-improvement/): Data-driven racing technique and driver development
- [Electric Vehicles](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/electric-vehicles/): EV conversion, custom builds, and performance tuning

## Packages

- [VIP Package](https://www.hpacademy.com/vip-package/): Complete HPA training access, including every current course, future course releases, and member benefits
- [Tuning Starter Package](https://www.hpacademy.com/hpa-starter-package/): EFI tuning package combining the key courses needed to build core tuning knowledge and practical tuning skills
- [Wiring Starter Package](https://www.hpacademy.com/hpa-wiring-starter-package/): Motorsport wiring package for learning electrical fundamentals, harness design, and practical construction skills
- [Engine Building Starter Package](https://www.hpacademy.com/hpa-engine-building-starter-package/): Engine building package for learning measurement, component preparation, and practical assembly skills
- [Diesel Tuning Starter Package](https://www.hpacademy.com/hpa-diesel-tuning-starter-package/): Diesel tuning package for learning diesel calibration fundamentals and practical tuning workflows
- [Automotive CAD Package](https://www.hpacademy.com/automotive-cad-package/): CAD and 3D design package for learning automotive modelling, scanning, and digital fabrication workflows
- [Fabrication Starter Package](https://www.hpacademy.com/hpa-fabrication-starter-package/): Fabrication package for learning welding, metalwork, and practical motorsport fabrication skills
- [Track Day Starter Package](https://www.hpacademy.com/hpa-track-day-starter-package/): Track performance package covering wheel alignment, suspension setup, driver development, and data analysis

## Featured individual courses

- [Bare Minimum Tuning Knowledge](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/bare-minimum-tuning-knowledge/): Free introductory tuning course for new learners who want to understand the basics before moving into EFI tuning.
- [EFI Tuning Fundamentals](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/efi-tuning-fundamentals/): Core fundamentals of EFI tuning applicable to any engine or ECU; a cornerstone HPA course and key starting point for tuning learners.
- [Bare Minimum Diesel Tuning Knowledge](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/bare-minimum-diesel-tuning-knowledge/): Free introductory diesel tuning course for learners interested in diesel performance and calibration basics.
- [Diesel Tuning Fundamentals](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/diesel-tuning-fundamentals/): Core diesel tuning fundamentals for learners working with diesel engines and diesel calibration.
- [Engine Building Fundamentals](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/engine-building-fundamentals/): Foundational engine building course covering core concepts, parts, measurements, and assembly principles.
- [Practical Engine Building](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/practical-engine-building/): Hands-on engine assembly process for learners ready to apply engine building fundamentals.
- [3D Modeling & CAD for Motorsport](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/3d-modeling-and-cad-for-motorsport/): Automotive CAD course teaching practical 3D modelling, design workflows, and motorsport part development.
- [Motorsport Fabrication Fundamentals](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/motorsport-fabrication-fundamentals/): Core fabrication skills for motorsport and performance automotive projects.
- [CAN Bus Communications Decoded](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/canbus-communications-decoded/): Understanding and configuring CAN bus in motorsport and performance applications.
- [WinOLS Mastery: Map Identification & Editing](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/winols-mastery-map-identification-and-editing/): Specialist factory ECU calibration course for identifying and editing maps in WinOLS.
- [Suspension Tuning & Optimization](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/suspension-tuning-and-optimization/): Practical suspension setup and optimisation for performance and motorsport vehicles.
- [Race Driving Fundamentals](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/race-driving-fundamentals/): Foundational race driving techniques for improving consistency, speed, and track performance.
- [Electric Vehicle Fundamentals](https://www.hpacademy.com/courses/ev-fundamentals/): Foundational EV concepts for learners interested in electric vehicle conversion, safety, and performance.

## Free lessons

- [Free EFI Tuning lesson](https://www.hpacademy.com/free-lesson-tuning-jit/): Free introductory tuning class
- [Free Engine Building lesson](https://www.hpacademy.com/free-lesson-engine-building-jit/): Free introductory engine building class
- [Free Motorsport Wiring lesson](https://www.hpacademy.com/free-lesson-wiring-jit/): Free introductory wiring class
- [Free Wheel Alignment lesson](https://www.hpacademy.com/free-lesson-motorsport-wheel-alignment-jit/): Free introductory wheel alignment class
- [Free HP Tuners (GM reflash) lesson](https://www.hpacademy.com/free-lesson-reflashing-using-hp-tuners-jit/): Free introductory reflash tuning class
- [Free CAD lesson](https://www.hpacademy.com/free-lesson-cad-jit/): Free introductory 3D modelling and CAD class

## About

- [About HPA](https://www.hpacademy.com/about-us/): Company background, mission, and instructor team
- [Student reviews](https://www.hpacademy.com/reviews/): Course reviews and student feedback
- [FAQ](https://www.hpacademy.com/faq/): How courses work, lifetime access, certificates, and recommended learning order
- [Contact](https://www.hpacademy.com/contact-us/): How to reach the HPA team

## Technical articles and guides

- [How to tune a car](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/how-to-tune-a-car/): Overview of the engine tuning process
- [Dyno vs road tuning vs e-tune](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/dyno-vs-road-tuning-vs-e-tune/): Comparison of tuning methods and when to use each
- [How to choose an engine tuner](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/how-to-choose-an-engine-tuner/): What to look for when selecting a professional tuner
- [Which standalone ECU is best](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/which-standalone-ecu-is-the-best/): How to evaluate standalone ECU options
- [What is CAN bus](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/what-is-can-bus/): Explanation of CAN bus communication in vehicles
- [What is a PDM and why you need one](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/what-is-a-pdm-and-why-do-you-need-one/): Power distribution modules in motorsport wiring
- [MAF vs MAP sensors](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/mass-air-flow-sensors-vs-manifold-air-pressure-sensors/): Differences between air metering sensor types
- [AFR vs lambda](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/afr-vs-lambda/): Air-fuel ratio measurement explained
- [Safe coolant temperatures](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/coolant-temperatures-what-is-safe-quick-tech/): Guidance on safe engine coolant temperatures
- [Safe oil temperatures](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/what-should-my-oil-temp-be/): Guidance on target engine oil temperatures
- [What is a safe EGT](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/what-is-a-safe-egt/): Exhaust gas temperature limits and tuning safety
- [Best TIG welder to buy](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/what-is-the-best-tig-welder-you-can-buy/): Buyer guidance for TIG welders
- [5 free CAD software options](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/5-free-cad-software-options-for-those-new-to-3d-modelling/): Free CAD tools for those new to 3D modelling
- [Plastigauge: the most misunderstood tool](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/plastiguage-the-most-misunderstood-tool-money-can-buy/): Using Plastigauge correctly for engine bearing clearance measurement

## Engine guides

- [Honda K24](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-honda-k24/): Complete guide to the Honda K24 engine
- [Honda K20](https://www.hpacademy.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-honda-k20/): Complete guide to the Honda K20 engine
- [Toyota 2JZ-GTE](https://www.hpacademy.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-2jz-gte/): Complete guide to the Toyota 2JZ-GTE engine
- [Nissan SR20DET](https://www.hpacademy.com/blog/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-sr20det/): Complete guide to the Nissan SR20DET engine
- [BMW N54](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/everything-you-need-to-know-about-bmws-n54-engine/): Complete guide to the BMW N54 engine
- [Mazda 13B rotary](https://www.hpacademy.com/technical-articles/mazda13b/): Complete guide to the Mazda 13B rotary engine

## Spanish / Español

- [HPA en Español](https://www.hpacademy.com/es/cursos/): Spanish-language version of the HPA site and course catalogue
- [Fundamentos de Ajuste EFI](https://www.hpacademy.com/es/cursos/ajuste-de-efi-2/): EFI tuning courses in Spanish

## Optional

- [Member forum](https://www.hpacademy.com/forum/): Community discussion and instructor Q&A across all topic areas
- [Webinars](https://www.hpacademy.com/previous-webinars/): Archive of past live webinars
- [Podcast](https://www.hpacademy.com/podcasts/): The Tuned In podcast
- [Choosing a tuning laptop](https://www.hpacademy.com/forum/general-tuning-discussion/show/laptops-for-tuning-in-2023/): Example forum discussion on laptops for tuning software and automotive calibration work
- [Emtron vs MoTeC vs Haltech](https://www.hpacademy.com/forum/general-tuning-discussion/show/emtron-vs-motec-vs-haltech/): Targeted ECU selection discussion comparing major standalone ECU platforms
- [Ideal MAP sensor location](https://www.hpacademy.com/forum/general-engine-building-discussion/show/ideal-map-sensor-location/): Technical discussion on MAP sensor placement and setup considerations
- [HP Tuners VCM Scanner LMM Duramax](https://www.hpacademy.com/forum/practical-diesel-tuning/show/hp-tuners-vcm-scanner-lmm-duramax-e35b-os-12628594/): Targeted diesel/reflash tuning discussion related to HP Tuners and Duramax calibration
- [Q&A library](https://www.hpacademy.com/q-and-a/): Legacy archive of answered technical questions from students and instructors