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My son-in-law mentioned that he is considering having a chip installed in his Audi two litre diesel engine. It is a 2007 model. It seems that a chip will increase both horsepower and economy. I read something...
I have a BMW E46 and I'm planning to get my ECU remapped. Do I need to inform my car insurance provider? If I do, will they increase my premium? What if they refuse to add my modification? Do I have any...
I am considering having my late 2.2 TDCI Mondeo chipped. Talking to the company that would do it all seems to good to be true (apart from the price £350). Increased torque plus increase MPG, with no detrimental...
Is it worthwhile pointing out that fitting any non-manufacturer approved aftermarket wheels, even if to the same dimensions as factory fit, (not to mention fat exhausts, body kit, etc.) if not declared...
My wife has a Mercedes-Benz A160 CDi automatic with which she is very happy in terms of access and comfort, but she would like a little more power. I have read reviews and claims on Chip Express and it...
The indicator 'ticking' is inaudible in my 2007 Toyota Yaris, so the occasional failure to notice its non-cancellation is frustrating and potentially dangerous. It's not a huge problem but it was the same...
Last year I said goodbye to a much-loved 1992 Peugeot 405. Its replacement is a Focus Style, a good car but has rock hard uncomfortable seats. Does a manufacturer exist who makes replacement seats?
Hi, do you think if this replacement or modification is fitted, would any insurance company consider this a modification and increase the insurance costs?
I have an S-reg 1999 Ford Fiesta. The instrument cluster only contains a fuel gauge and a speedometer. Can a cluster containing a rev counter, speedometer, temperature gauge and fuel gauge be fitted?
My 120,000-mile Volkswagen Bora runs perfectly with 90bhp, but I would like more power. A professional auto-tuner has quoted £200 to chip the car to 120bhp and a further £180 to fit larger injectors to...
 

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