Do you cover Bournemouth and Southampton?

Yes. Mobile Stage 1 remapping across Bournemouth, Poole, Dorset, Southampton, Hampshire and nationwide.

Is there a Stage 1 remap near me?

Yes. 24Tuning is Bournemouth-based and covers Dorset, Hampshire and nationwide UK with fully mobile ECU remapping.

Stage 1 Remap | Mobile ECU Remapping from £249

Unlock the exhilarating performance and sharper response hidden within your vehicle with our Stage 1 Performance Remap. A stage one remap is the most popular software-only upgrade we perform, custom-calibrated power and torque gains without any mechanical modifications, using the same bespoke approach as Europe's leading specialists with professional-grade Alientech and Autotuner equipment. Part of our Car Remapping hub.

What Is a Stage 1 ECU Remap?

A Stage 1 remap is a precision software-only upgrade that recalibrates your vehicle's Engine Control Unit (ECU). By optimising parameters including fuel injection timing, boost pressure, rail pressure and torque limiters, we extract the performance your engine was designed to deliver, safely within factory mechanical tolerances.

Modern engines are deliberately detuned at the factory to meet global emissions regulations, fuel grade variations and market segmentation. Our in-house engineers reverse these conservative limits using live data logging, manufacturer documentation and rolling-road verification where applicable.

What You'll Notice After Your Remap

The difference is immediate and transformative. Throttle response sharpens, flat spots in the power curve disappear, and overtaking becomes effortless. Turbocharged diesel and petrol engines typically see the most dramatic gains, often 20–35% increases in power and torque, while naturally aspirated engines benefit from optimised ignition and fuelling maps.

Stronger acceleration from any speed
Improved towing capacity for diesel vehicles
Smoother, more linear power delivery
Enhanced driving enjoyment without hardware changes
Potential MPG improvements with a lighter right foot

Our Process. Built for Safety & Reliability

Before any remap, we perform a full OBD diagnostic health check to ensure your engine is in optimal condition. We back up your original ECU file to our secure server, allowing full reversion to stock at any point. Every map is developed in-house, not downloaded from generic file services.

We believe driveability and reliability are as important as peak power figures. That is why customers across Dorset, Hampshire and the wider UK return to 24Tuning, and why our standards align with industry leaders using Alientech, Autotuner and CMD tooling.

Stage 1 Remap Cost | What's Included

Stage 1 ECU remapping at 24Tuning starts from £249. We show pricing upfront because "stage 1 remap cost" is one of the first questions drivers ask, and because local quotes range from £150 to £500 depending on vehicle and provider.

Your £249 Stage 1 remap includes:

Full OBD diagnostic health check before any work
Custom in-house ECU calibration for your exact engine
Secure backup of your original factory map
Mobile installation at your home or workplace
Lifetime software warranty on our work

Secure your appointment with a £50 deposit; balance due on the day of service. Search your vehicle in our online calculator for estimated gains, or book online.

More on MOT and insurance: Is a Stage 1 Remap Worth It?

What Our Customers Say

“We’ve had 3 cars tuned by Ellis now and it’s a really brilliant service. He knows his cars and will advise exactly what’s what and gives you the confidence you need.”
Simon FarnfieldDorset

Key Benefits

Significant Power Gains
Responsive Acceleration
Smoother Power Delivery
Software-Only Upgrade
Original Map Backup
Mobile Installation
Lifetime Software Warranty
Full Diagnostic Check

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Stage 1 remapping safe for my engine?

Yes. Stage 1 tuning operates within your engine's factory safety margins. We never push components beyond their designed limits. A full diagnostic check is performed before every remap.

How much horsepower and torque will I gain?

Typical turbo diesel and petrol engines see 20–35% more power and torque from a Stage 1 remap. Gains vary by engine code, turbo size and factory calibration. Use our vehicle selector for estimates on your exact make, model and engine.

Will a Stage 1 remap fail my MOT?

A correctly calibrated Stage 1 remap on a healthy vehicle should not in itself cause an MOT failure, as the test checks emissions and mechanical condition rather than ECU software directly. We do not remove emissions equipment as part of Stage 1 tuning. Pre-existing faults would still need to be resolved.

Does a Stage 1 remap affect my insurance?

Yes - you must declare any performance modification, including a remap, to your insurer. We recommend contacting your insurer before booking. We do not advise concealing modifications from your insurance provider.

Is a Stage 1 remap detectable?

ECU software changes may be identifiable with manufacturer-level diagnostic tooling. We do not claim remaps are "undetectable." We store your original factory map and can restore it before a dealer visit if you choose - this does not replace your duty to declare the modification to your insurer while in use.

Will remapping void my warranty?

A remap may affect manufacturer warranty. However, the original ECU file is backed up and can be restored before any dealer visit. Many customers remap after their warranty period expires.

How long does a Stage 1 remap take?

Typically 1–2 hours including diagnostics, backup, flash and road test. Our mobile engineers come to your home or workplace across Dorset and nationwide.

Can the remap be reversed?

Absolutely. We store your original factory map and can restore it at any time, returning your vehicle to completely stock settings.

Stage 1 ECU Remapping in Bournemouth, Poole & Southampton

Stage 1 remapping is the most popular upgrade for drivers across Bournemouth, Poole and Southampton who want noticeable power gains without fitting any hardware. 24Tuning writes every map in-house using Alientech and Autotuner equipment - calibrated for your exact engine code, not downloaded from a generic file service.

From diesel commuters on the A31 to performance petrol models in Southampton, our mobile engineers deliver Stage 1 remaps at your home, workplace or storage location across Dorset and Hampshire. Typical turbo diesel gains are 20–35% more power and torque with sharper throttle response from the first drive.

Search your vehicle in our online remap calculator or book with a £50 deposit. Stage 1 from £249 including full diagnostic check, factory map backup and lifetime software warranty.

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