Vehicle Licensing When Switching Tuners
Last updated: Oct 27, 2026
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How Vehicle Licensing Works
Vehicle licenses in the tuning system are tied to the tuner/calibrator, not to the vehicle or customer.
When a Customer Switches Tuners
If a customer wants to switch from one tuning company to another:
- Previous license does not transfer - The license does not follow the customer or VIN number
- New license required - The new calibrator must license the vehicle with their own account
- Each tuner needs their own license - Even if the vehicle was previously licensed with another company
Avoiding Additional Licensing Costs
To avoid purchasing additional credits:
- Return to your original tuner - No additional licensing is required since they already hold the license for your vehicle
- Negotiate professionally with your original tuner to achieve the desired tune adjustments
Key Points
- Licenses stay with the tuner themselves
- Vehicle VIN and serial numbers do not carry licensing between different tuning companies
- New calibrators must obtain their own vehicle license to tune a previously licensed vehicle
