Heat shields

Heat shields are used to protect components in the engine bay and exhaust system from high heat generated by parts such as the turbo, manifold, downpipe, exhaust, and other heat-exposed components. They are relevant for standard cars, tuned street cars, track cars, and motorsport projects, where heat can affect nearby components, hoses, wiring, intake systems, and other parts of the build. A heat shield can therefore be an important part of durability, reliability, and temperature control in a turbo or performance setup.

The purpose of a heat shield is to shield and reduce the heat impact on selected areas of the vehicle. It can help protect sensitive parts from radiant heat, reduce heat build-up in the engine bay, and in some cases improve conditions around intake air, wiring looms, brake components, or reservoirs placed close to heat sources. In many projects, heat shields are used both as protection and as part of a more complete build where heat management is prioritised from the beginning.

Heat shields are available in several different types depending on their application and design. Some are moulded or vehicle-specific solutions for certain engines or turbo setups, while others are universal heat shields that can be adapted as needed. Material, size, construction, and mounting method all affect how effective the shielding is and how well it fits into the project in question. On some cars, a compact solution around the turbo or manifold is preferred, while other setups require larger shielding across multiple heat zones.