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Innovative MotorWorks
1787 W Trindle Rd Suite #800, Carlisle, PA 17015, United States
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Ro
Review №1

The customer service and quality of work is some of the best I have ever experienced. My e-tune for my 2020 Honda Accord Touring 2.0T is absolutely outstanding! I have never heard of a service like this before, but Derek makes it very simple to do. Never thought I could get my car tuned without having to drive to the other side of the country. I would highly recommend anybody who uses K-Tuner to get a tune by Derek. You are the true boss king of the tuning world!!!

Do
Review №2

Derek is one of the best tuners I’ve met that is knowledgeable but also kind. I got an email tuning done by him recently and the car is great. Definitely a lot different and runs smooth. Recommended tuner for your 10thgen needs.

ro
Review №3

Derek is the man. Best Honda tuner in the game, hands down. As usual Derek did an amazing job on my tune. Made 720/500, car has been tuned by Derek for a few years now and wouldnt go anywhere else!

A
Review №4

I was referred to Derek from a friend because of his experience and Im glad I was. From day 1 even before purchasing the service Derek was very helpful guiding me with the right bolt ons to purchase for my FK8. Very impressed with the thorough email tuning I received. Great tuners are very hard to find as its a very serious process and important its done right. I live in Arizona and went with this shop in Pennsylvania after tirelessly searching for local tuners. I gave up because most were not as knowledgeable . I will continue to use Innovative MotorWorks in the future and I encourage others to do so as well. If you want a quality thorough efficient tuning that makes your car feel amazing then look no further.

Ch
Review №5

Derek was very professional to work with during my E-Tune process. Great communication all around. I had been running the Hondata base map for a while but decided to get a custom tune after installing some engine modifications. Dereks custom tune for my car has made it run smoother, increased the responsiveness, and the biggest improvement is the power across the RPM range. Overall, it was a great experience working with Derek. I highly recommend his E-Tuning services.

Go
Review №6

Got my 2017 civic is tuned presently by Derek and the car feels amazing. The power is incredible. The first revision felt better then my factory and tsp stage 1 tune. The car is smooth and powerfull. Definitely will be back with an upgraded turbo and flex fuel. Definitely recommend Derek to anybody. Best runner ever

Da
Review №7

Just finished my etune with Derek. It was definitely a great experience. He was very profesional and patient with my questions. Despite the time zone differences ( I live in Poland) he responds quickly. The car turned into a beast. Best tuning experience I ever had. Highly recommended it!!

Er
Review №8

Derek transformed the car in every aspect through the Etune. Not only do I have increased usable power throughout the entire rev range, but the daily drivability is greatly improved and there is an increase in mpg.Highly recommend, great customer service, skilled and very meticulous. Anyone considering getting their late model Honda custom tuned, look no further and reach out to Derek at IMW for any of the services they offer.

Bi
Review №9

Very professional, passionate and skillful,Derek truly offered me a great overall customer experience and will definitely use their services again in a near future.I highly recommend Innovative MotorWorks for any tuning work.

Da
Review №10

This is the first time Ive ever done powerplant work to this extent on any vehicle and I needed a tune. Derek was referred on several occasions so I did some research. We ended up doing the eTune option as I couldnt find a local shop with an AWD dyno and experience with CVT transmissions. I wish I could have made the trip to PA but that option was just not in the cards. Derek is the real deal! Every work day, there was a set of parameters to load and a set of datalogs to send. We finalized the tune after the 8th capture and my V runs so beautifully now! Thank you Derek! IMW is very highly recommended.Sidenote: I encountered a major loss of power after the 8th capture. Derek was there to provide guidance even though the issue was not caused by anything he did. Even after he had finished my tune, he was there to provide assistance which was a huge relief. With Dereks and other friends help, I found the pesky boost leak and everything is copacetic.

DA
Review №11

Derek is seriously the best tuner to go to! I drove about 5hours from NY passing dozens of other shops along the way because of how great Derek is. He is highly knowledgeable and takes pride in his work and makes sure the tune is 100%

Da
Review №12

I had them do a remote tune for my Type R. Fast responses, super easy to work with. Car feels much quicker, and Im getting better gas mileage. I would recommend using them to anyone.

Gu
Review №13

No words for Derek....professional, serious, available and expert on what he does!!I own an Accord 1.5t 2020 and with a custom tune made by the genus of Derek now my car is a totally different story, fast and smooth just as I asked!!! Love it love it love itIf you are looking to flash you car....don’t even look around Derek is the man!!!I Totally recommend

Dr
Review №14

Derek from Innovative MotorWorks is an amazing tuner. Purchased his E-Tuning services to get my 2002 Civic SI EP3 with a K20/K24, tuned. Derek was very professional, prompt and great to work with throughout the entire tuning process. Even when the motor dropped a valve and required a full rebuild that delayed completing the E-tune by two months, Derek was still understanding and patient. My car is a different vehicle now; night and day difference. Idles and runs smooth yet pulls like a freight train when accelerating. Highly recommended! You will be thoroughly pleased with his tuning services!

J
Review №15

Derek at IMW provided etuning services for me on my modified 2018 Honda Accord 2.0t. I had high hopes for what could come from a custom tune, and boy did Derek deliver! I was astonished by the care and quality of the work he did for me, and always felt like I had someone to answer questions and help me understand the process. I feel completely confident in their work and have had a flawless experience dealing with these professionals. I find that the services provided are a good value, and would recommend that anyone (even internationally) interested in getting a modern forced-induction Honda tuned give IMW a call. Ive been completely sold by my experience, and now no one else is allowed to touch my car!

Fr
Review №16

One of the best tuners on the market. DRob knows the in and outs of all Hondas. Hes able to make a lot of power without risking reliability. Only person I trust to tune my vehicle. Ive had about 5 different setups and hes been able to take care of me every time.

ea
Review №17

A+ I was looking for an e-tune service for my 8th gen si. Good thing I found him out on social media. It was worth it!

Pr
Review №18

Drove from ohio to get my car tuned. Derek is the man. Definitely will be back to do more business and highly recommend to all

Je
Review №19

Nailed it! Look no further. Drob is #1 as many will claim.

Ni
Review №20

Derek put a custom e-tune on my 2019 Civic Si to get the most power and reliability as possible out of the car, after I put full bolt-ons and a flex fuel kit on the car. Dereks expertise on this platform is second-to-none. He did an incredible job. The car performs so much better than before, and all the Knock Control, Fuel Trims, Inlet Air Temps, and Engine Coolant Temps are running at safer levels than ever before. Derek is very good to work with, and is very prompt in his responses. His prices are great, especially for the quality of the product he provides.

Ja
Review №21

Derek was really great to work with. Had a new revision every day so I got to go home and play every evening after work. Now I dont know what to do with my life. Guess I should actually drive my Honda now that it is on an incredible tune and is running great! My fuel trims have been dialed in and I am running more boost and power more reliably. Ill be sending every Honda owner I know to get a custom e-tune from Derek Robinson and Ill be returning if I need anything else.

pa
Review №22

I brought my 2018 SI to Derek to put in the Type-R retro clutch. And to re-install my Down pipe(I had to remove it for warranty work). Derek did a great job installing the clutch the car drives like a champ now. No more slipping, it just holds now. Derek is one of the most informative people I have worked with. He gave me all the details of the installs and what I need to do as follow ups (alignment, adjustment etc...). They were so friendly and the work was done on time. I will definitely bring my car back. I highly recommend them. You will not find a better shop to work on your Honda.

Tr
Review №23

When I was looking for someone to etune my 8th gen si there was one name that came up more than anyone else, Derek Robinson and I see why. This was my first experience doing any kind of tuning to my vehicle and Derek made it very easy. My car runs absolutely amazing and I look forward to driving it more then ever now.

B
Review №24

Great derek knows what he doing

ul
Review №25

Man oh man!!! There’s many reason why I chose to get an E-tune by Derek. He’s an honest guy and tells you exactly what you need for every log. Looking forward to getting more tune for a bigger turbo my DRob!!! I highly recommend getting a tune by him!!

mi
Review №26

Derek Robinson is a God. Hes renowned in the 10th gen Civic/Accord community and with Hondas and Acuras as a whole. This guy is the baseline for comparison in tuning and reference for his opinion on a daily basis. Youll be hard pressed to find someone as good as him at what he does. If youre looking for a tuner on your 10th gen civic/Accord or just honda/acura in general, this is your man.

Du
Review №27

I was along with friend getting his car tuned on the dyno. They did a great job, very friendly and courteous. I would definitely recommend them

Sh
Review №28

I was referred to Derek through mutual Acura Tsx owners. I ran a hondata reflash for about 1 year and then decided to go FBO. After installed flashpro the basemap was ok. Derek starting etuning and after about the 4th revision it was an absolute blast to drive. He was able to tune the jerkiness in 1st gear. The car is so smooth and linear pulling very strong all the way to redline. Anyways to summarize, car is a beast to drive and Derek definitely knows every honda/acura platform. Dont hesitate to get your car tuned and extract all available power safely. Repeat custom for life! Thank you

Ci
Review №29

Derek is absolutely incredible! Purchased an email tuning service and after signing the agreement we were on our way. He was quick to respond to everything and is a wealth of knowledge. Will absolutely be working with him in the future and am recommending him to everyone that comes to me about a tune!

Ti
Review №30

Derek is really detail and has patience. He is the go to tuner for my Honda civic 10th gen. I could not be any happier about my tune. It is safe and reliable. Nothing to worry about. Would recommend to anybody that needs tuning!

An
Review №31

Best of the best. Had my FK8 breaking hearts!!!

Sc
Review №32

I took my 07 Honda Civic Si in for a tune after installing some aftermarket parts, the service was excellent, friendly people, had me good to go in a matter of hours, not only does my car sound great but it runs better than it ever has, they even gave me some advice on what watch for and what to look at for future mods, definitely recommend going to them

Ma
Review №33

Derek’s tunes are the best!

Mo
Review №34

Derek’s skill, customer service, and reputation are virtually legendary. Every time you see him, it’s like catching up with an old friend. He seems grateful for every person that walks through the door. If it was socially acceptable to hug him, I would.Unfortunately the story is not the same with the woman who occasionally greets you at the front counter. I have been to this shop multiple times over the past few months and every time I witness her interact with a customer in person, on the phone, or with me, she seems just generally annoyed. Every time is the same story, she just gives that “annoyed to have to deal with humans look” your way.With that said, I’m still giving 5 stars. I won’t lump her attitude in with IMWs spectacular reputation.

To
Review №35

Derek made my first e-tuning experience a breeze. I was a little skeptical at first about remote tuning, but Derek made the process very easy. My turbo k24z7 is now finally up and running with a healthy, reliable tune that makes good power! Derek wont stop tweaking your calibrations until you are happy! If youre looking for a tune on your Honda, dont hesitate to go with Derek!

Jo
Review №36

Derek was an absolute professional throughout my entire E-Tune phase. There were so many hang ups on my end being all the way in Guam, none that were his fault. His patience and speed in sending revisions is bar none. I’ve never had this type of experience before and I’ve tuned on other platforms by other people. I’m just blessed to be tuned by the best on the 2017+ Civic Si platform. Thanks Derek.- John from Guam. IG: 1SiKFC3

Li
Review №37

Very happy with my ktuner. Great experience overall. Sounds like doves singing. Thanks Derek I salute you keep up the good work 🙏

Da
Review №38

I have been a customer of Innovative for years. Since 2009 to be exact. I used to have a Civic Si, and Derek built the car to be a monster.Fast forward 6 years, and I am still a loyal customer. I just brought my new GTR to John Kerr for tuning, and couldnt be more satisfied. They treat customers like family and they will have me as a customer for life.Derek and John are both excellent tuners, and Derek can literally handle any performance upgrade you want for your car. They are top notch!

Ch
Review №39

I hired IMW to do a custom eTune on my 18’ Accord with a turbo swap. The service was fast and professional. I would email data logs each day and IMW would produce a more refined map within 24 hours. This process repeated until the car was running at its best. I couldn’t be happier with the product, especially at the price point.

ab
Review №40

Such an amazing experience and an easy one too. Amazing customer service and very knowledgeable about everything they do!

Bi
Review №41

Derek etuned my 2018 Honda Civic Type R that has Hondata, intake, exhaust, Intercooler and piping done. I had a great experience with the etune. Derek is easy to work with, efficient, and cares about whats important to you. The tuning turned out great as car feels awesome.

Un
Review №42

Derek is the man! Etuning was a breeze! Quick responses back to emails. Tune has been spot on for both 93 and Ethanol blend! Would highly recommend him!

Al
Review №43

Was a bit hesitant at first, but could not be happier with Derek and his services. Anyone looking to get a custom tune, do not think twice and contact IMW.

Th
Review №44

Derek is that guy! If you have a Honda or Acura this is where you need to go for a tune. He tuned my RSX and I couldn’t be happier with it. Dude is professional, which is rare in todays world and knows what he’s doing for damn sure. If you want the most out of your build this is where you go. No worries when you take your car here.

No
Review №45

Very satisfied with my etune. I feel that Derek took his time to do it right and didnt rush to get it done.Would definitely be back for a retune in the future!

Se
Review №46

Icy Serg here, reporting back about my experience with DRob and IMW recently.First of all I own a 2017 Civic Si running FBO and Ktuner and my first time getting an E-TuneIf you have own a Honda or Acura, This is definitely the Man/Group to talk to if youre looking to extract power safely.Derek has a lot of experience in tuning and mechanics and especially with these new 10th gen civics. I never heard of anyone else that raves as much as they do about Drob.Revisions were quick, just depends on how fast YOU reply to him. I would send my logs back and the next morning, Bam, an email containing your next Revision. I enjoyed getting my revisions back really fast.Overall hes Quick, Safe and definitely puts attention to every bit of detail to your vehicle. If something is wrong with Ignition or Boost pressure, he points it out instantly and recommends any problem to be fixed before any more revisions get sent out. 10/10Also hes a very informative guy so dont be afraid to ask any questions. Calm dude and easy to talk to.

br
Review №47

Excellent team of guys who do excellent work. We use them for almost all of our tuning needs!

AC
Review №48

No one around my home town in Colorado could tune me properly. I tried email tuning with another known tuner, couldnt do it right either. Heard about Derek through the Accord Facebook page and I talked to him on there for a while until I saw enough evidence that he was the best in the world for our platform. After all, he developed the base maps for KTuner. Im more than amazed with his work, very professional and a huge car guy like myself. Hes worked with me through all the changes the car has gone through and it drives better than it did the day I bought it brand new. Would not go anywhere else for tuning!

De
Review №49

True feel of a family business with the professionalism and results of a corporate company. They do the best work and can back it, thats why I continually drive from NC for them to tune my car

do
Review №50

Innovative MotorWorks is the best place for for Honda tuning period. I drive about 2 hours to see Derek when I add something to my car and it needs returned and also modification. He welded a wide band a/f bung as well as install the new BOV for me about 2 days ago. Zero issues what so ever. If you have a Honda and want to go fast, see these guys they know their stuff!!!

La
Review №51

Incredibly knowledgeable staff and it shows. They showcase the vehicles theyve built in the lobby of their store. Had my Honda tuned here and am very happy with the result. John was my tuner, and he worked with me based on what my goals for my vehicle were.This is THE place to have your Honda tuned.

Ph
Review №52

Derek is a great guy and knows his stuff. Highly recommend

Br
Review №53

Awesome guy to deal with, answers any question you have along the way! Would highly recommend this place.

Jo
Review №54

The level of care and special attention this garage pays to their customers vehicles and requested work is very literally second to none compared to all other garages in Central PA. Derek, specifically, possesses a very wide arsenal of skills and knowledge that is unlike anyone else Ive come across in my lifetime thus far. The quality of work he has performed on my RSX Type-S multiple times over the past 2 years is a witness to my claims and the overall great work this establishment seems to effortlessly churn-out. This is the one shop I can take my car to and I can be absolutely positive it will be taken care of and I need not worry about a thing, as I know any sort of work accomplished will be done as if it was their own vehicles. Best of all, this shop shows genuine appreciation for return-customers which goes to show the level of pride they take in their caliber of work, which nowadays, seems to be a rarity among other places in this industry. As long as Im still dumping unnecessary, overpriced parts into my car to enjoy the next autocross event a bit more than the last one, Ill be a customer here for life! Thank you, IMW, for rising above the status quo and providing a solid, genuine example of what true, quality automotive work should aspire to.

Ne
Review №55

Derek is the best in the business

Ja
Review №56

Hands down the best shop around! These guys no what they are doing and have great customer service!

De
Review №57

Bought a E-tune 3 weeks ago. Just heard from them 1 week ago ignored my email. Traded in the si for a Subaru. Now doing piss poor business for not refunding, when nothing was even done.

Ma
Review №58

Excellent tuner and great service.

Bi
Review №59

Great personalities, friendly people, most of all greast work!

Mi
Review №60

Very knowledgeable, very helpful.

An
Review №61

The best in the business!

An
Review №62

Cause Derek tells the truth about hondata

Va
Review №63

Do awesome work

St
Review №64

Drob is the man!

Lu
Review №65

Great customer service

Ca
Review №66

Always

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  • Address:1787 W Trindle Rd Suite #800, Carlisle, PA 17015, United States
  • Site:http://www.innovative-motorworks.com/
  • Phone:+1 717-218-8227
Categories
  • Auto tune up service
  • Auto repair shop
Working hours
  • Monday:9AM–6PM
  • Tuesday:9AM–6PM
  • Wednesday:9AM–6PM
  • Thursday:9AM–6PM
  • Friday:9AM–6PM
  • Saturday:Closed
  • Sunday:Closed
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
Offerings
  • Oil change:Yes
Amenities
  • Mechanic:Yes
Planning
  • Appointments recommended:Yes
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