If you are looking for the very best throttle controller in Australia, look no further than our exhaustive list of throttle controllers from all the leading throttle controller brands. Here you’ll find more vehicle model coverage and a greater selection of throttle controllers to choose from than anywhere else.
When searching for the best throttle controller for your vehicle it is important to consider the following aspects:
Vehicle Suitability: It is imperative to select a model that specifically suits your unique make, model and series of vehicle. All of our throttle controllers have detailed fitment references that can be found by hitting the ‘Compatibility’ tab below the product image on the product, or by utilising the Vehicle Part Finder feature found at the top of this page. Simply enter your vehicle number plate along with the state in which it is registered. Alternatively, if your vehicle is not currently registered, you can click the ’Try searching manually’ button below the associated search button to enter your vehicle’s unique make, model and series to search that way. Alternatively, you can reach out to one of our friendly and knowledgeable staff here at Automotive Superstore, who will be more than happy to save you any necessary head scratching to find the right throttle controller to suit your unique requirements.
Functionality: Getting the most out of your throttle controller comes down to a couple of things. First of all, the throttle controller must be equipped with settings to suit the unique driving conditions you’ll encounter and, perhaps more importantly, you’ll need to be able to set and tune it to suit your unique requirements. Accordingly, be sure to confirm that the throttle curves provided with the throttle controller you select include those you’ll need. For example, if you are purchasing a throttle controller to remove the lethargic throttle lag of your BMW Mini, then you are going to want a throttle curve that is designed to substantially increase the sensitivity of your throttle pedal. For this you should be looking for a mode such as Race or Sport. Conversely, if you are looking for a throttle controller to maintain better grip when negotiating tough terrain, then you’re gonna need to find a throttle controller with a mode that will make your throttle response gentler, such as 4x4 Crawl mode. If you are interested in improving your fuel economy on long treks, then you should be looking for a mode like eco or economy.
Extended Features: Some throttle controllers also offer added functionality in the form of non-standard modes that are designed to do more than just modify the factory throttle curve of your vehicle. These features might include an anti-theft mode that, when activated, locks out the throttle pedal; making it impossible to accelerate the vehicle. Another feature might include an intake cleaning mode that, when activated, helps can help to clear built-up carbon deposits that can collect in your intake manifold, impacting airflow, and on the top of your valves which, in extreme cases, can prevent them from properly sealing against the cylinder head. Valet is another mode you might find on a throttle controller, which is designed to limit the performance of the vehicle when activated, making it perfect for when you must allow someone else to drive your vehicle.
Form Factor: In order to be able to make changes to your throttle map to best suit evolving driving conditions on the fly, to switch it off for added security when parked, or to make fine, incremental adjustments to the sensitivity to best suit your unique requirements, you’ll need to find a suitable spot on your dash, which is within arm’s length, for most convenient operation. It should also be somewhere in your field of view so it can be easily seen without drawing your attention away from the road, so that you can see what it is doing when it is doing it. For this you’ll need to find a throttle controller that is the right size and has the right type of screen to suit your dash layout and personal preferences.
Display Visibility: The quality of the screen on the throttle controller has a huge bearing on what can be displayed on each screen, as well as how easily you can read without diverting your attention away from the road and world around you. The screen resolution is also a factor determining what, and particularly how much, information can be seen at a glance. Accordingly, selecting a throttle controller with a full-colour high-resolution screen is well worth it, particularly if you are getting on in age or wear prescription glasses.
Aesthetics: While likely a secondary consideration for a device designed to improve the performance characteristics of your vehicle, the appearance of the throttle controller can be somewhat important, especially when you consider that a suitably placed throttle controller will gain pride of place up around your instrument cluster, and be directly in your field of view. Thus, you don’t wanna be mounting something that looks like some DIY electronics mounted in a jiffy box up on your dash. Selecting a throttle controller with a colour scheme, finish, screen and controls that gels with your vehicle’s factory aesthetic.
Control Interface: While a throttle controller is largely a set and forget device that you won’t need to be constantly fiddling with it. However, the ease or difficulty with which you are able to make small or major tweaks to your throttle map matters. Some throttle controllers, for example, feature a Bluetooth interface and a dedicated app that allows you to perform tweaks to your throttle controller via your phone. This can be a fantastic feature, especially for initial setup, as it provides the advantage of a much larger screen that makes navigating the setup menu a breeze. However, it can be unnecessary to connect a throttle controller to your phone during everyday use, and completely unnecessary when all you might need to do is flip from one mode to another as circumstances demand.
Conclusion: Obviously, a lotta this will come down to your unique preferences. But if you get these considerations right you can be assured you’ve selected the very best throttle controller on the market for your needs.
