Do you have to tell your insurance if you remap your car?

Yes, you need to tell your insurance provider if your car engine has been remapped. If you don’t inform your insurance provider, it could invalidate your policy and you may end up in trouble for hiding information. Car engine remapping could mean a rise in the cost of your car insurance premium.

Does a remap void BMW warranty?

Quite simply, yes. A car remap will void your engine’s warranty (including the turbo or supercharger), and it may also void your clutch and gearbox warranty too.

Is it safe to remap a BMW?

Some people are concerned that engine remapping could cause problems with their car. But it shouldn’t affect reliability if you use a reputable company. Remapping does put extra strain on an engine, but not a dangerous amount if it’s done properly.

Are 535d fast?

This BMW 5 Series 535d was produced from 2011 to 2016. With 309 BHP, the twin turbocharged 3 Litre 24v Inline 6 diesel engine (BMW N57D30) accelerates this 535d to 62 mph in 5.5 seconds and on to a maximum speed of 155 mph.

Do insurance companies check for remap?

The chances of your Insurer discovering the remap are remote but Insurers have the ability to check for remaps, they tend to do this on large claims especially if there is a large claim from a third party.

Does remapping increase value?

To sum up, a remap will not negatively affect the resale value of your car. After all, a remap is nothing to be ashamed of and a lot of people expect performance vehicles to be tuned and fettled with in some way. Plus, a remap is simply a software upgrade – it’s perfectly safe. So don’t worry about it.

Does remapping affect gearbox?

Yes it certainly can.

Does remapping shorten engine life?

The remap itself will not shorten the life of an engine. A careful, thinking driver could get say 200K out of a remapped car whereas someone who constantly drove with their right foot, accelerating and braking hard all the time may only get 100K.