What is Hao's Special Works (HSW) in GTA 5 Enhanced? (PC)

The Hao’s Special Works (HSW) is one of the many new additions to the new GTA 5 Enhanced Edition for PC. On March 4, 2025, Rockstar Games released the newer version of Grand Theft Auto 5 for PC users, allowing them to access all of the content that was previously exclusive to only PS5 and Xbox Series X|S gamers. While hardcore gamers already know about the new content, some may need assistance in figuring out the HSW.

Simply put, Hao’s Special Works (HSW) is a brand-new vehicle customization shop in GTA 5 Enhanced on PC. This article further shares all there is to know about it.

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Hao’s Special Works (HSW) in GTA 5 Enhanced PC: A way to boost vehicle’s top speed

The Hao’s Special Works or HSW has been a highlight for the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S versions, and the same can now be said for the GTA 5 Enhanced PC version. As the name suggests, it is run by Hao, a character that appears in the story mode during street races.

In the lore of Grand Theft Auto Online, Hao has now established his own customization shop in Los Santos, replacing the standard mod shop available on the Legacy version. With the help of Hao, players can boost the performance of select cars and vehicles.

In simpler terms, if a car has a top speed of 113.5 mph, Hao can upgrade its top speed to 139.25 mph. This makes the HSW upgrades cars, or HSW cars, some of the fastest ones in the game.

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How to get HSW in GTA 5 Enhanced?

Before being able to access the HSW tuning shop, one must first complete a specific time trial. Once inside a multiplayer lobby, players must visit the Hao's Garage (marked on the map), and enter the yellow coronona. This will initiatie a small cutscene and begin the time trial.

Completing the time trial will unlock the HSW tuning shop for players. Here’s how to get to it:

1. Open the map.
2. Look for the LS Car Meet sign.
3. Set a waypoint for the location.
4. Go to the destination.
5. Enter the property.
6. Hao and his HSW shop can be found at the same place where a standard mod shop used to be.

Keep in mind that only select vehicles are compatible with the HSW upgrades. Here is a complete list of HSW automobiles in the GTA 5 Enhanced on PC:

1. Karin S95
2. Pfister Astron Custom
3. Coil Cyclone II
4. Imponte Arbiter GT
5. Pegassi Weaponized Ignus
6. Grotti Turismo Classic
7. Übermacht Sentinel XS
8. Bravado Banshee
9. Shitzu Hakuchou Drag
10. Principe Deveste Eight
11. Grotti Brioso R/A
12. Benefactor Stirling GT
13. Declasse Vigero ZX
14. Överflöd Entity MT
15. Weeny Issi Rally
16. Grotti Itali GTO Stinger TT
17. Maibatsu MonstroCiti
18. Bravado Buffalo EVX
19. Penaud La Coureuse
20. Declasse Vigero ZX Convertible
21. Karin Vivanite
22. Übermacht Niobe
23. Annis Euros X32
24. Bravado Banshee GTS
25. Vapid Firebolt ASP

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GTA 5 Enhanced PC players can also enjoy features like ray-tracing.