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Page 17 - Blog - News and Updates
- - April 05, 2024
In our latest dyno test we have this brand-new 2024 G05 BMW X5 xDrive50e in for tuning and testing. After an installation of our specifically designed Pro Petrol SENT chip tuning box, it was up on the rollers to see what the engine could achieve.
The 194bhp electric motor is paired with very capable B58 engine, which we have already seen a lot of on this channel, so we already know the tuning potential from this X5. Our linked, braked 4wd dyno suited perfectly here for BMW’s All-wheel drive xDrive system.
Another thing to note, is that these vehicles currently have locked ECU’s with no way to read or write the ECU data. This means that while traditional remapping is impossible, our tuning box can give owners the opportunity to make fantastic gains without requiring a traditional ECU flash. This has the added benefit of being traceless once removed for warranty purposes.
Dyno testing before and after shows healthy gains across the rev range, with a significant increase in power and torque,
- - April 05, 2024
Mercedes gains to finish the week off strong.
This Mercedes-Benz SLK250 stopped by recently, and after a super quick installation of our Pro + Boost box, it was back out again and enjoying those gains.
POWER 204hp>>>251hp
TORQUE 500Nm>>>582NmNow delivering over 250hp with 582Nm of torque, this roadster has definitely knocked things up a gear. Giving a much punchier response, removing any of that turbo lag, whilst really focusing where that added power and torque is delivered across the rev range.
For more information on tuning for your Mercedes please visit: https://bluesparkautomotive.com/mercedes-tuning
The tuning box featured in this blog can be found here:
- - April 04, 2024
We were recently visited by this awesome VW Amarok 3.0 V6. The customer had purchased a competitors tuning box, however they had a feeling it wasn’t quite delivering their quoted gains. Connecting only at the fuel rail, with no boost connection at all, we also saw its limitations.
We soon had it strapped up on the rollers to put it to the test. The dyno test results showed power gains of only 7hp and 21Nm of torque. You can imagine the customer was not impressed in slightest, given that this package of tuning box and pedal box cost over £760.
We therefore removed this hardware and installed our specifically designed Pro + Boost SENT tuning box, partnered with our pedal box instead.
The dyno results from this:
POWER 240>>>270hp
TORQUE 625Nm>>>704NmNow that’s more like it! For a significantly lower price, the customer now gets +30hp with +79Nm of torque, delivered exactly where its needed across the rev range, and giving a huge improvement to how the vehicle feels to drive. The pedal box
- - April 03, 2024
In this latest tuning and dyno testing, we take this 2021 Mercedes Vito Taxi 114 CDI and custom tune it, adjusting the software with our remapping tools and fine tuning the results with the rolling road dyno testing. The result… Some pretty impressive performance gains!!
Firstly, we take the Vito completely stock. We get it strapped up on to the rollers, and take it for the first set of tests to establish what the factory mapping is producing. No big surprises with this one, a pretty standard stock dyno graph can be seen below, with power results show bang on the mark at 136hp. Torque running slightly lower than manufacturer quoted figures, coming in at 295Nm from a 330Nm quoted figure, but not particularly unusual to see lower stock figures here.
Once we are happy that we have everything logged and the stock figures are dialled in, it’s time to connect to the ECU. We use our Autotuner system to connect directly on to the ECU. The process of this custom tune is very much a hands-on, ‘fine
- - March 28, 2024
Springtime gains for this T6
We recently had this VW T6 2.0 TDI drop by Bluespark HQ for an installation of our Pro + Boost box. Back out on the road in less than 20 minutes, where the driver could feel those instant gains.
POWER 150hp>>>187hp
TORQUE 340Nm>>>396NmNow with that added power and torque, the driver will get a much more responsive feel. With reduced turbo lag, and gains seen across the entire rev range, really transform how the power and torque are delivered. You’ll also see MPG increases of around 15%!
For more information on tuning for your VW please visit: https://bluesparkautomotive.com/vw-tuning
To see the features of the box featured in this blog, please visit: https://bluesparkautomotive.com/products/pro-boost-control
The chip tuning box featured in this blog can be found below:
- - March 22, 2024
In our latest dyno test we have this 2020 F60 MINI Countryman JCW ALL4 in for tuning and testing. After quick installation of our 3 Channel Pro Petrol chip tuning box, it was up on the rollers to see what the engine could achieve.
This car sharing the same underpinnings as the M135ix that we have already seen a lot of on this channel, we know this variant of the B48 is very capable. Our linked, braked 4wd dyno suited perfectly here for MINI’s All-wheel drive ALL4 system.
Dyno testing before and after shows healthy gains across the rev range, with a significant increase in power and torque, really transforming how the Countryman feels to drive.
Peak power was increased, as we were able to lift it from 306hp at stock, up to 350hp with the box. If you take a look at the dyno graph below you can see how we change that curve (dotted red and blue lines). We give real consistency here, bringing that extra power in as soon as possible, whilst holding it for as long as possible throughout the rev
- - March 22, 2024
Tuning solutions for your Hyundai
A super quick installation on this Hyundai i40 CRDI of our Pro + Boost box, and this customer was off enjoying those instant gains.
POWER 141hp >>> 178hp
TORQUE 340Nm >>> 396NmWe reduce any of that annoying turbo lag, bringing the gains in as soon as possible, whilst holding them for as long as possible throughout the rev range. Not only do we deliver those gains exactly where its needed, but you’ll also see economy improvements of around 15%.
For more information on the chip tuning box featured in this blog, please visit: https://bluesparkautomotive.com/products/pro-boost-control
The tuning box featured in this blog can be found here:
- - March 22, 2024
No better way to end the week, than with some Abarth gains…
We recently had this awesome 695 Esseesse 1.4 T-Jet in for an installation of our 3 Channel Pro Petrol box. As always with these, its great to see the difference we make with the box.
POWER 180hp >>> 218hp
TORQUE 250Nm >>> 313NmWe really deliver those gains exactly where its needed throughout the rev range, delivering that power and torque exactly where it makes a noticeable difference out on the road, really transforming how it feels to drive.
For more information on tuning for your Abarth, please visit: https://bluesparkautomotive.com/abarth-tuning
The tuning box featured in this blog can be found here:
- - March 15, 2024
Tuning solutions for your Mercedes
Awesome gains to end the week, with this Mercedes C250. A quick installation of our Pro + Boost box, and it was back out enjoying that increased power and torque.
POWER 204 >>> 251hp
TORQUE 500Nm >>> 582NmWe deliver that extra power and torque exactly where its needed, really transforming how it feels out on the road. Not only that, but you can expect economy increases of around 15% in MPG.
For more information on tuning for your Mercedes, please visit: https://bluesparkautomotive.com/mercedes-tuning
The tuning box featured in this blog can be found here:
- - March 14, 2024
Motorhome gains with Bluetooth controllability.
As we edge towards Spring, it’s a great time to start thinking about your motorhome, camper or van conversions. We recently had this awesome Fiat Ducato based Swift Bessacarr, in for an install of our Pro + Boost box with Bluetooth control.
POWER 150hp >>> 187hp
TORQUE 380Nm >>> 441NmWe provide those extra power and torque gains, exactly where it’s needed throughout the rev range, giving much improved drivability. With the use of our Bluetooth control, the driver can easily switch between settings without the need to remove or configure the box, giving you that added convenience.
For more information on our Bluetooth control, please visit: https://bluesparkautomotive.com/info-faq/bluetooth-smartphone-control
The tuning box featured in this blog can be found here:
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