Originally Posted by markk
if he paid for a map then its his map simple as.
the sale of goods act comes in quite nicely here.
It's not that straightforward though, is it Markk?
My car was dyno mapped, then live mapped/tweaked @ Brunters - this doesn't mean that map is mine and that I can sell it on to people. (in the same way I've bought some software - it's mine to use, but not to modify or resale)*
If copying maps didn't go on, then people wouldn't use protection boards & systems etc. (general comment, not aimed at anyone in this thread). I've seen a map that was from tuner xyz, yet the original mappers comment/copyright notice was still there to see! (if you knew what you were doing, which tuner xyz obviously didn't!)
The issue of intellectual property is widely recognised (IMO) when it comes to maps / chips and their contents.
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Maybe it's time for mappers to license their work, that way everyone knows where they stand.
I hope your friend reaches a satisfactory solution Euan.