Performance tuning

Stage 1 & Stage 2 Remap – More Power From Your Engine

With a professional Stage 1 or Stage 2 remap you get noticeably more power and torque from your car – individually tuned instead of an off-the-shelf file. B&R Chiptuning has been optimising ECU and TCU software for more than 15 years and supports over 1,500 file customers.

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Basics

What is a Stage remap?

“Stage” describes the level of your performance upgrade. A Stage 1 remap is a pure software optimisation on the standard hardware. Stage 2 builds on it and uses additional hardware to unlock more potential. Both stages are tuned individually to the engine, gearbox and condition of your vehicle.

Stage 1 remap – the software optimisation

With a Stage 1 ECU remap we optimise the engine control unit without changing any hardware. Maps for injection, boost pressure and ignition are adjusted precisely. The result: more power and torque, noticeably sharper throttle response and – depending on your driving style – sometimes even lower fuel consumption.

Ideal for turbocharged petrol engines (TFSI/TSI) and turbo diesels
No hardware changes needed – also possible from home with the OBD customer flasher (German page)
Best value for money as an entry point

Learn more: Stage 1 in detail (German article) →

Stage 2 remap – software plus hardware

Stage 2 is the next step for everyone who wants more. The software is matched to additionally installed hardware – for example a downpipe, sports catalytic converter, intake or a larger intercooler. This lets the engine move more air, and the remap unlocks considerably more than Stage 1.

Requirement: suitable hardware is installed – parts are available in our tuning parts shop (German)
Calibrated exactly to your setup – maximum power with controlled load
For workshops also fully available through our fileservice

Learn more: Stage 2 in detail (German article) →

Comparison

Stage 1 or Stage 2 remap – which one suits you?

	Stage 1	Stage 2
Hardware required	No (standard)	Yes, e.g. downpipe, intercooler
Power gain	noticeable	considerably higher
Effort	low, also by post or OBD	higher: conversion and calibration
Best for	Entry level, best value for money	Enthusiasts with hardware upgrades

Process

How a Stage remap works at B&R Chiptuning

Whether directly with us, through your workshop, by sending in your ECU or conveniently with the OBD customer flasher: we read the ECU software, optimise it individually and write the finished file back. As a fileservice we also supply dealers and workshops with ready-to-use tuning files – including file check and tune file database.

Registration & safety

Our remaps are designed for durability and stay within safe tolerances. In Germany a power increase has to be registered for road use. Whether a parts certificate or an individual inspection is possible for your vehicle depends on the car – we advise you beforehand, including what you should report to your insurance.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a Stage 1 and a Stage 2 remap?

A Stage 1 remap is a pure software optimisation on the standard hardware. Stage 2 requires additional hardware such as a downpipe or intercooler and therefore unlocks more power.

Does a Stage remap have to be registered?

Yes. In Germany a power increase has to be registered for road use, otherwise the vehicle's type approval may become invalid. Whether a parts certificate or an individual inspection is possible for your vehicle depends on the car – we advise you beforehand.

How much extra power does a Stage 1 remap give?

That depends on the engine and vehicle. On turbocharged engines the gain in power and torque is often in the double-digit percentage range. You can check the figures for your car in our vehicle database.