Cheat mode
At the options screen, hold Square and press Up, Circle, Down, Circle, Left, Right, Left, Right, Circle. If you entered the code correctly, a new window titled "Secret" will appear at the bottom of the options screen. Go to single player mode and enter "NORTHEND" as a name. This will unlock all courses, cars, including the ice cream van and cow catcher (UFO).

Better engine
Successfully complete time attack mode to unlock a better engine.

Quick start
When "1" appears during the pre-race countdown, press X to accelerate.