From industry-leading OTR air intakes and HP Tuners software to camshafts and Magnuson Heartbeat superchargers, we’re dedicated to helping customers achieve peak vehicle performance. Always innovating, we’re expanding into the European market while staying true to our roots with the Holden Commodore and LS engines.
The Beginning
AUTO TECHNIQUE
Growing up around trucks, tractors, and motorbikes, Mario Pancione discovered his passion for cars and machinery early on. This passion led to the creation of Auto Technique in the early 1990s.
Initially known for restoring early model Brock Commodores to concours quality, Auto Technique quickly built a reputation for excellence.
Mario’s dedication to making cars look good, go fast, and sound great set the stage for the high-performance focus that would define the company’s future. Sandra, Mario’s wife, was a driving force behind the scenes, suggesting he start his own business and supporting him every step of the way.
The Evolution
HP TUNERS
In the early 2000s, a chance meeting with an IT professional named Chris Piastri led to the formation of HP Tuners.
The introduction of the first generation LS1 engine sparked a new era in performance tuning. With a shared passion for cars, Mario and Chris began experimenting with tuning software on a newly acquired dyno.
This collaboration resulted in the creation of VCM Suite, now known as HP Tuners, launched in 2004. This innovative software allowed users to extract data from the ECU and make significant performance enhancements, revolutionising the tuning industry.
Manufacturing Excellence
VCM PERFORMANCE
The success of HP Tuners paved the way for VCM Performance to expand into manufacturing high-performance parts.
From camshafts and valve springs to the flagship OTR (Over the Radiator) cold air intake, VCM Performance began developing hard parts to complement their tuning software.
The OTR intake quickly became the market leader for VE and VF Commodores, capturing 90% of the market.
With a focus on quality and performance, VCM Performance established itself as a key player in the automotive industry.
A Family Legacy
VCM PERFORMANCE TODAY
Today, VCM Performance operates from a purpose-built showroom destination in Mulgrave. This state-of-the-art facility includes offices, a warehouse, a showroom, and training rooms on site.
Mario’s vision and dedication continue to drive the company forward, now with the full-time involvement of his two sons, Domenic and Christian. Together, they work to keep the family legacy alive, striving to provide the best in high-performance automotive parts and accessories.
Their goal is to ensure that VCM Performance remains at the forefront of the industry, offering cutting-edge solutions and unparalleled customer service.
With the support of his wife and the dedication of his sons, Mario Pancione has built VCM Performance into Australia’s premier destination for high-performance automotive parts and accessories.