Welcome to SF Auto Labs — your destination for unlocking true engine performance of your car. In partnership with ProjectA, we offer professional ECU tuning for Audi, BMW, Mercedes, and more. Proudly serving Bay Area German car enthusiasts.

 

WHAT WE DO 

DIY AUTO REPAIR

Rent a car lift bay

Looking for a space to work on your own car? Rent a garage bay with a car lift and access to tools at a competitive price. Our repair shop is conveniently located between San Jose and Santa Clara, California in the SF Bay Area. We provide flexible schedule and volume discounts. Book your spot now!

 

CUSTOM ECU TUNING

At SF Auto Labs, we don't just tune cars — we awaken their full potential. In partnership with Project’A, a premier tuning company based in Los Angeles, we offer professional ECU tuning for Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Porsche, VW makes from 2010 and up.

We understand your car is more than transportation — it’s a reflection of your lifestyle. That’s why we deliver tailored tuning solutions built around your driving goals and vehicle setup. From enhancing horsepower and throttle response to improving fuel efficiency, our goal is simple: make you fall in love with your car all over again.

HOW IT WORKS

We make tuning your car simple and secure:

Submit Your Vehicle Info

Tell us your car’s year, make, model, and any modifications via our contact form or email.

Choose a Tuning Method

Come in for a full-service in-shop session, or mail us your ECU — both options available.

Get Tuned by Experts

We generate your ECU file, send it to Project’A for tuning, and flash the updated map onto your ECU.

Drive the Difference

Experience real gains in performance, sound, and throttle feel — safely tuned to your build.

IN SHOP ECU TUNNING

Want the best results? Visit us at our Santa Clara location for a hands-on tuning experience. Here’s how it works:

  • We perform a quick inspection to ensure your car is in good condition.
  • We read your ECU and send the data to our tuning partners at Project’A.
  • Once your custom tune is ready, we flash the ECU and test drive your vehicle to ensure peak performance.
  • If needed, we make final adjustments on-site to dial it in just right.

This is the best option for local customers who want everything done professionally and under one roof.

MAIL IN ECU TUNNING

Not in the Bay Area? No problem.

You can remove your ECU and mail it to us. Once we receive it, we:

Flash the tuned file provided by Project’A.

Ship it back to you the same or next business day.

This is a quick, affordable option for out-of-town customers. Please note: fine-tuning adjustments may need to be made over time based on your driving feedback.

BENCH TUNNING (Stealth mode)

Worried about voiding your dealership warranty? Our bench tuning solution is 100% trace-free.

  • We remove the ECU and flash it off the car, using a specialized bench setup.
  • No changes are recorded in the vehicle’s diagnostics — so your tune stays invisible to dealerships.

Perfect for newer cars still under warranty. You get performance without compromise.

OTHER SERVICES

Salvage Cars inspections

REBUILD and PROJECT CARS

Salvage Cars Restoration

If you have a specific salvage car in mind from Copart or IAAI autions, we accept orders to rebuild it for You. You can also buy a risk free one of the recomended lots inspected by us. Contact us to discuss project details. 

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