Let’s be honest: anytime you start talking about modifying your car’s software, it’s going to raise a few eyebrows. One of the first things people ask about chip tuning—right after “how much more horsepower will I get?”—is: is it safe?And honestly, that’s a fair question. Cars are complex machines, and the idea of tweaking the brain (which is essentially what the ECU is) can sound a little sketchy if you’re not familiar with how it works.So, let’s break it down. What is chip tuning really doing? When is it safe? When might it not be? And what should you look out for if you’re thinking about do...
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