8HP

Control the ZF 8HP automatic transmission directly from EMU PRO and EMU BLACK – over a single CAN bus, no extra controllers needed.

Our ZF 8HP integration is already at an advanced stage. We’re opening Early Access for experienced users to test it and help us refine it before release.

Release dates:
November 2026 – Early Access for experienced users (Apply for Early Access).
Full release – coming soon.

Key Features:

  • Direct control from EMU PRO & EMU BLACK over a single CAN bus – no extra controllers or modules needed
  • Works with both first- and second-generation ZF 8HP transmissions
  • Unlock and flash the TCU yourself using ECUMASTER USBtoCAN and the free ECUMASTER 8HP Toolkit app
  • Original BMW F-Series shifter support for familiar OEM-style operation
  • Shifter emulation via EMU – paddles, buttons or a sequential lever
  • Custom shift points – tailor shift behaviour to street, track or drift
  • Virtual Clutch for easy drift initiation

 

Supported transmissions

  • Initial support – ZF 8HP from BMW vehicles:
    • 8HP50 (Gen 2)
    • 8HP70 (Gen 1)
  • Planned next:
    • 8HP45 (Gen 1)
    • 8HP75 (Gen 2)

Compatible ECUs

  • EMU PRO
  • EMU BLACK

 

Early Access

Have experience with ZF 8HP transmissions and our products? Apply for Early Access.