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If you’ve been looking to get more power out of your engine, you’ve probably seen the ads for plug-in tuning boxes or tuning modules. Some promise big increases in horsepower and torque with a simple install, but do they actually deliver? We recently did a comparison on two cars with the same VAG 1.5 TSI engine: one with a popular tuning box and one that we stage 1 remapped. In this blog we will answer the question: Tuning Box or Stage 1 Remap? Tuning Box or Stage 1 Remap - R

If your car feels slower than you'd like and lacks punch when you press the accelerator, it could be crying out for a remap! Every modern engine is controlled by an ECU (Engine Control Unit), and the factory settings inside that ECU are designed to keep the engine safe, fuel-efficient, and compliant with emissions rules. That means a lot of potential power is deliberately held back. This is where remapping comes in. Remapping is the process of optimising the ECU’s software to

The wait is over! For the last five plus years, tuners and BMW drivers have been patiently waiting for a cost-effective and convenient unlock service for the Bosch MD1 and MG1 DME's fitted in most BMW vehicles built after June 2020. Thanks to a welcomed announcement today, our partner Autotuner has just released a breakthrough Remote Unlock solution for BMW Bosch MD1 and MG1 ECUs, finally allowing safe and affordable tuning on 2020+ BMW models without opening the ECU (in the

There is tremendous scope to improve the performance and driveability of a BMW 530e, as proven in a recent tuning project completed by Optimal Automotive. Our customer travelled a two hour round-trip from Ipswich for our stage 1 engine remap and ZF8 gearbox remap on his 530e, and the results were seriously impressive for just a software upgrade. This plug-in hybrid combines masses of instantly available torque with BMW’s proven 2.0-litre turbocharged B48 engine, but like many

ECU remapping is a common amongst BMW drivers, but many do not know that their transmission control unit (TCU) can also be remapped. In this blog post, we’ll explain what gearbox remapping is and look into how it applies to the major BMW gearbox types - the ZF 6HP, ZF 8HP and the DCT units. If you'd like to speak to an expert about remapping a BMW gearbox remap in Suffolk, click the button below to contact us. What is BMW gearbox remapping in Suffolk BMW gearbox remapping (a

Are you looking for van remapping in Haverhill? Does your van feel underpowered and desperately need more performance? Are you hoping to...

If you're based in or around Braintree and want more power, improved driveability or even better fuel efficiency from your vehicle,...

If you want your car to feel faster, smoother, and more responsive - especially at safety critical moments like roundabouts and...

Are you looking to get more power, torque, and drivability from your vehicle? A Stage 1 remap is the ideal upgrade. At Optimal...

If you're a car driver in Cambridge who is seeking to enhance your vehicle's performance, fuel efficiency, and drivability, Optimal...

If you're searching for performance car tuning in Cambridge that delivers measurable real-world gains, look no further than Optimal...

Owner's of Peugeot diesel vehicles - it is likely you will encounter AdBlue, NOx or SCR related problems at some point during your...

If you’re looking to improve the performance of your car, van or motorhome in Saffron Walden , an Optimal Automotive Stage 1 ECU remap...

If you own a Peugeot diesel vehicle in Cambridge, it is only a matter of time before you encounter AdBlue, SCR or NOx related problems....

Driver's in Bury St Edmunds! If you're looking for more power, more torque or better fuel efficiency from your vehicle, an ECU remap...

Car remapping, also known as ECU remapping or chip tuning, is the process of modifying the software inside your car’s Engine Control Unit...

The Volkswagen Golf R Mk7 and Mk7.5 are popular choices for performance driving enthusiasts in Cambridge, but when the 300bhp factory...

Car remapping is the process of adjusting the software in your car’s Engine Control Unit (ECU) to optimize performance. By fine-tuning...

The 1.5 TSI engine is a popular choice across the Volkswagen Audi Group (VAG) lineup, thanks to its balance of performance and...

As the leading car remapping company in Haverhill, Suffolk, we at Optimal Automotive often encounter misconceptions about remapping...