Stage 1 · Standard cars · London
Stage 1 remap in London, at Unit 11 or your door.
Platinum Tune does Stage 1 remaps for standard cars, for more power and torque without changing any parts, at Unit 11 Wembley, or anywhere in London with mobile remapping. We check it first, keep your original file, and quote for your car on WhatsApp.
- Wembley Park Business Centre, HA9 0AS. A workshop you can visit.
- At your home or work, anywhere in London.
- A copy before we start, so it can always go back.
- We check your car over before we touch its software.
What it is
What does a Stage 1 remap change?
Your engine's control unit (the ECU) runs software that sets how much fuel, boost and ignition timing the engine gets. Carmakers set it to suit many countries, fuels and climates, so most engines have some room left.
A Stage 1 remap adjusts that calibration for more power and torque, on the parts the car already has. Nothing is bolted on, and the car looks exactly the same.
How much changes depends on the engine: turbocharged engines usually have more to give than non-turbo ones. We won't promise a number we haven't measured, so when we quote, we tell you what's typical for your engine.
Is it right for my car?
A good fit if
- Your car is standard, or has only like-for-like replacement parts.
- It runs well, with no warning lights on.
- You'd like it to feel stronger when you pull away, join a motorway or overtake.
Not the right job if
- Parts such as the intercooler or intake have been upgraded: look at Stage 2.
- Fuel use matters more to you than power: look at an economy remap.
- A warning light is on: we look at that first, with diagnostics.
Stage 1, Stage 2, economy or gearbox: which do I need?
| Service | What it's for | Suits | Parts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stage 1 remapSuits: Standard cars that run wellParts: No new parts needed | More power and torque from the parts the car already has | Standard cars that run well | No new parts needed |
| Stage 2 remapSuits: Cars with supporting parts fitted, such as an uprated intercooler or intakeParts: Parts fitted first; we check them before we tune | A calibration matched to upgraded parts | Cars with supporting parts fitted, such as an uprated intercooler or intake | Parts fitted first; we check them before we tune |
| Economy remapSuits: Standard cars that cover a lot of milesParts: No new parts needed | Smoother delivery and better fuel use in everyday driving, rather than outright power | Standard cars that cover a lot of miles | No new parts needed |
| Gearbox (DSG) tuningSuits: Automatic and dual-clutch gearboxes, such as DSG, ZF 8HP and S tronicParts: Gearbox software only; not every gearbox can be tuned | Quicker, more decisive gear changes, set up for the engine's torque | Automatic and dual-clutch gearboxes, such as DSG, ZF 8HP and S tronic | Gearbox software only; not every gearbox can be tuned |
Every job: the car is checked first and its original file kept. Gains depend on the engine, so we tell you what's typical for yours when we quote on WhatsApp.
Power check
Stage 1 gains for your engine.
Pick your vehicle to see the Stage 1 figures for its engine. We quote for your exact car.Tell us your car and a tuner replies on WhatsApp with what it can do.
Your car
Other engines we list for it
ExampleStage 1
Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI
2020–2024 (Mk8) · Diesel · 150 hp (110 kW) standard
An example car. Pick yours above to see its figures.
For vans we lead with torque: the pull you feel when loaded.
Few published figures for this type: ask us on WhatsApp for a real quote.
Power gain
+35hp
Power: 150 hp standard, 185 hp at Stage 1.
Torque gain
+70Nm
Torque: 360 Nm standard, 430 Nm at Stage 1.
Results vary from vehicle to vehicle. We check every vehicle before we tune.
Can't find your car? No problem.
Send us your reg and a tuner tells you what's possible for your car, with a real quote.
Tuning cars for your own customers? Apply for files
The reg check uses DVSA and DVLA vehicle records. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
On the day
What happens on the day?
At Unit 11, Wembley Park Business Centre, or at your door with mobile remapping: we check it first, keep your original file, and only then tune it. We tell you how long it will take when we quote.
Step 1: Check the car
We check your car over before we touch its software.
Step 2: Read and back up
We read your original file and keep a copy before we start.
Step 3: A file for your car
We prepare a calibration for your engine and gearbox.
Step 4: Write and test
We write the file to the car and test that it runs as it should.
Step 5: Handover
We hand the car back and answer any questions you have.
At our workshop
At Unit 11
Unit 11, Wembley Park Business Centre, North End Road, Wembley HA9 0AS. Bring the car in and we tell you how long it will take when we quote.
Mobile remapping
At your door
We bring the bench to your home or work, anywhere in London: the same tools and the same checks as at the unit. Send your postcode and we'll confirm.
The honest bit
Good to know before you book.
Your original file
We read the software that's on your car and keep a copy before we write anything. It can always go back on later, for example before you sell. More on back to stock.
Warranty
If your car is under a manufacturer or dealer warranty, read the terms before you book. A warranty provider can turn down claims on parts a remap affects, such as the engine or gearbox.
More in our guide: remapping and your insurance, warranty and MOT.
Your quote
What affects the price of a Stage 1 remap?
No two quotes are the same, because no two cars are.
- Your car and engine
- The ECU it uses
- The gearbox
- The stage you want
- The car's condition
- Any previous modifications
What do our customers say?
From our Google reviews: our remapping customers, with the month of each review.
Brilliant service from start to finish. Very friendly and professional, and took the time to explain everything clearly before and after the remap. He made sure I was completely looked after and happy with the results. Couldn't ask for a better service. Highly recommended!
Very good performance after tuning and reasonable price
Questions
Questions about a Stage 1 remap.
Straight answers, including why there's no price on this page.
Something else? Ask us on WhatsApp
How much is a Stage 1 remap?
There's no fixed price: we quote for your car, because the price is set by your car and engine, the ECU it uses, the gearbox, the stage you want, the car's condition and any previous modifications. Every car is different, so we don't publish prices. Send us your reg on WhatsApp and we'll quote for your car.
How much more power will I get?
It depends on your engine, and we tell you what's typical for it when we quote. Turbocharged engines usually gain more than non-turbo ones, and the car's condition matters too. We don't publish figures we haven't measured.
Do I need any new parts?
No. Stage 1 is a calibration for the parts the car already has. If parts have been upgraded, Stage 2 is the remap to ask about.
Can you do a Stage 1 remap at my home or work?
Yes. With mobile remapping, we come to your home or work anywhere in London, with the same tools and the same checks as at Unit 11. Send your reg and postcode on WhatsApp and we'll confirm a time. Or bring the car to us at Unit 11, Wembley Park Business Centre, Wembley.
How long does it take?
We tell you how long it will take when we quote, so you can plan your day: it depends on the car and the work.
Will my car still pass its MOT?
A remap doesn't change the MOT test itself: the car still has to pass the same checks as any other car, including the emissions test. We do performance, economy and gearbox tuning only, set up for everyday driving. What the MOT checks.
Do I need to tell my insurer?
Yes. Please tell your insurer about any remap. Insurers treat a remap as a modification, so let yours know before the work is done, not after.
Will it affect my warranty?
It can: if your car is under a manufacturer or dealer warranty, the provider can turn down claims on parts the work affects, such as the engine or gearbox. Read your warranty terms before you book, and ask the provider if you're not sure.
Can it go back to standard later?
Yes, always. Every vehicle we remap can go back to standard. We keep a copy of your original file before we start, and even without it we can put the factory software back from our own large file database and dealer-level tools. More on putting a car back to stock.
Unit 11 or mobile remapping
Other work we do.
Each job quoted for your car on WhatsApp. See all our remapping services, or our page on ECU remapping in London.
Supporting hardware · Matched file · Checked first
Stage 2 remap
For cars with supporting hardware fitted. We check your parts first.
DSG · ZF 8HP · S tronic
Gearbox & DSG
Quicker, cleaner shifts, set up for the engine's torque.
Economy · Drivability · Vans and fleets
Vans & fleet
Easier pulling when loaded, set up for economy and drivability.
Fuel use · Smooth delivery · Everyday driving
Economy remap
Steady torque and easy cruising, for people who cover miles.
Fault finding · Diagnostic scan · Coding
Diagnostics & coding
Warning light on? We find the fault and explain it.
Factory settings · Selling the car · Original software
Back to stock
Selling the car? We put your original software back.
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Get your quote
Your reg is all we need to start.
Send it on WhatsApp and a tuner replies with a real quote for a Stage 1 remap.
- Unit 11, Wembley Park Business Centre, North End Road, Wembley HA9 0AS
- Directions
- Call +44 7777 370040
- Book mobile remapping
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