This distinction is one of the most important economy rules in Career mode:
- Facility structure levels are global across the garage.
- Performance parts bought with Alloys, Circuits and Components are car-specific.
This means that upgrading a facility is a long-term investment. Buying a part improves one car; upgrading the Workshop structure expands the upgrade ceiling for every car you own now and later.
Subaru BRZ ’21 — Level 1 package
| Branch | Level 1 part | Material cost | Main benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | Engine Tuning | 16 Circuits + 8 Components | Speed and acceleration |
| Wheels | UHP Tires | 8 Alloys + 16 Circuits | Braking and grip |
| Body | Minor Weight Loss | 12 Alloys + 8 Components | Lightness and overall balance |
| Wind Tunnel | Aero Pack | 12 Alloys + 8 Circuits | Aero, speed and braking |
Installing all four Level 1 upgrades transforms the BRZ into a much stronger and more balanced car. It becomes easier to drive while retaining enough pace to beat substantially higher-rated opponents.
Level 2 example
Once the Wind Tunnel is upgraded to Improved Workshop, Racing Profile becomes available. On the BRZ it costs 16 Alloys + 20 Circuits. On the Silvia S15, the same Level 2 part costs 28 Alloys + 35 Circuits, showing that material costs can vary by vehicle.