Our blog is where we dive deeper into the world of motorsport and performance. From product spotlights and brand updates to industry news, how-to articles, and expert insights, this is where we share everything we’re passionate about. Whether you’re upgrading your track car, researching safety gear, or just love staying informed, our blogs are packed with useful info to help guide your journey. Updated regularly with fresh content from the showroom, the paddock, and beyond.
How to fit Cobra GT3 or GT4 Historic bucket seats in a 1976 Porsche: how the two seats differ, driver sizing, and the Cobra direct fit frames with runners included.
Sparco or OMP subframe for a BMW Mini R53? Which suits a recliner on the factory belt and which suits a low bucket on a harness, the chassis code check, the seats each takes, and the other R53 mounting options from Planted, Cobra and Corbeau.
Our recommended sports recliners for the BMW F10 5 Series, the Recaro Sportster CS and Cobra Misano, and how each fits on a Planted Technology bracket.
How to fit Corbeau PSR reclining seats in a Mitsubishi 3000GT, with the Planted Technology SB357 bracket and Corbeau sliding runners.
What lap belt load spreaders are, why they make a harness more comfortable, and which harnesses we list with them built in, from TRS, OMP and Luke.
In October 2024 we updated our SW Motorsports DIY half cage kits for 2025: 45mm CDS tube, bent and notched, to bolt in or weld in, for a long list of cars.
How to fit a Sparco R100 in a Ford Fiesta of the 2002 to 2008 generation, with the OMP direct fit sub-frame, Sparco runners and an Endurance seat belt bracket.
How to fit the Sparco SPX reclining seat in a VW Golf Mk7: the Sparco direct fit sub-frame, Sparco runners, and what to check before you start.
Recaro seats and Sparco mounts use different bolt patterns, 405mm against 345mm by 271mm, so they do not fit together. Here is how we fit a Recaro seat properly.
In October 2024 we updated our Toyota Planted Technology seat bracket range, adding frames for the Supra, Starlet, Mark II, Land Cruiser and more.
In October 2024 we updated our JP Cages range for Volkswagen: half cages, bolt-in competition cages, a Scirocco show cage and DIY kits for the Golf, Scirocco and Lupo.
In October 2024 the Sparco R100 reclining sport seat went back on display in our showroom in cloth and vinyl, with pairs of both trims in stock.
