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For vehicles with factory direct tire pressure monitoring sensors only The Foxwell TPMS sensor integrates 315MHz and 433MHz dual frequency and can replace more than 96% of the OEM sensors on the market. Sensors can easily be activated and programmed by any TPMS tool on the market.

A twelve hour drive, a one way rental car, and a one hour uber to find perfect car (for now). After searching for B8.5 S4’s and C7 A6 3.0T’s I was never able to nail down the perfect setup at the right price. Putting all the wants together of the B8 and the C7 I landed on the Q5 3.0T. The 3.0T can pull a lot of power with little effort and the ZF8 trans can take just about anything you throw at it. Plus a little extra head room would be nice. Also saving on the “S” tax I basically get a SQ5 minus some bigger front brakes and quad exit exhaust. I narrowed my search to simply facelift 3.0T, prestige, black optics and 2 popped up. One was across the country and the other only a state away. 2015 Monsoon Gray Q5 3.0T prestige with black optics and 2 tone sport seats. After a lot of searching and driving the mods begin! Fast forward a bit and it’s currently stage 2 using IE software with the ECS supercharger pulley and intake. For some sound I went with a set of un-resonated downpipes and the ECS X-pipe for now. I’ve had H&R on multiple other cars so I had to go with the H&R street performance coilovers and front and rear sways which make car handle and look fantastic. For some extra support I also added the ECS X-brace and transmission mount.

What the B8.5 A5 S-Line and S5 lack in aggressive styling, they make up in performance. But you don’t have to just accept that it will always look like a regular commuter car. Our new Gloss Black Grille Accents offer an aggressive visual change that helps the natural lines of the bumper around the fog lamps give off a more menacing appearance.

With a high-strung S54 inline six under the hood, a manual 6-speed transmission, LSD rear end, and competent suspension, the E46 M3 is a great platform out of the box. That isn’t to say it can’t be improved, however, which is exactly what we did. Below, we’ve listed everything we upgraded on the M3 before it was delivered to the lucky new owner who is surely enjoying our tasteful upgrades provided by our partners that help bring out the full potential of this incredible machine.

This is the Audi 8V A3 we gave away with the help of Bilstein, LIQUI MOLY, Rotiform, Milltek Sport, and so many other lovely partners who helped us create the ultimate version of the platform. Find everything we added to make this A3 incredible right here to take inspiration from our build and apply it to yours!

Unfortunately, a deer claimed the life of this poor B8 A4 some years back, but it still lives on in memory! Many of our in-house developed upgrades for the B8 A4 platform were featured on this car, which helped it transform from a luxury commuter car to a blistering performance sedan. If you're interested in creating an impressive B8 A4, you've come to the right place.

CSF Cooling offers high-performance solutions for your daily driver, weekend warrior, track build, or completely custom setup that needs better cooling, lighter weight components, and unmatched quality. That's why we chose CSF to produce the first-ever B8.5 S4 upgraded radiator for our 2020 ECS Audi Giveaway that you can see on our YouTube Channel. Ensure your engine can continue to perform the way you need it to with a proper cooling setup from the world-class CSF line of performance radiators.

Give your B8 an upgrade you can feel with our brand new Billet Aluminum X-Brace to improve steering response, steering feel, handling, and accuracy! This billet piece replaces the hollow stamped steel x-brace that allows for more torsional flex. Our brace fully braces the steering rack to the rear of the subframe for an incredible difference in rigidity and handling feel.

Brand new for your B8/B8.5 are the ECS Luft-Technik Intake Air Scoops to help funnel more cold air to your intake! Help your intake maximize its potential by directing all the cool, fresh, exterior air you can straight to the air box while looking good with a stylish accent peeking from behind your grille.

Without small details to make a story feel authentic, you just have a surface-level plot and a few characters. The little things, the little cues that immerse you in that story’s world, are what makes the plot feel real. Just like a good book or movie, your VW or Audi is telling a story. Your story, actually. How authentic and engaging that story is will depend on how well you insert details. Tell your story with subtle upgrades, like our new Billet Aluminum Brake Fluid Reservoir Cap!

Auto repair professionals understand the importance of properly torqued fasteners. Too tight, and the fastener may be weakened and break. Too loose and things come apart. Work efficiently and productively with Schwaben digital torque wrenches. Enabling you to accurately apply specific torque. Trust the tool the pros know, Schwaben.

These new styles of alzor wheels will not only change the look of your vehicle, but also capture the attention of others. The iconic 5-spoke "Rotor" design will give your car a sleek appearance that will keep people looking as you pass. Designed to bolt right up to your car, these wheels fit without any modifications or hassle. Of course, if you want to achieve an extreme look, don't forget to check out our large assortment of ECS Tuning wheel spacers and lug bolts.

Are you spending some quality time with your car this Fall? Equip yourself for the season and make the most of your plans with Schwaben Garage Gear! We offer an extensive line of standard & European specialty tools for your collection, as well as high quality items to help keep your car cleaner while getting work done and improve the DIY experience for both you and your tools.

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Be a hero to the car enthusiast in your life! With ECS Virtual Gift Cards, worrying about fitment, years, makes, models, or any other difficulty you find in shopping for them is gone! These cards are the gift of tuning: you can know their next project was on you, without having to play a guessing game to get the right parts!

If you commonly drive your Audi on the track or brake at high speed, your brakes are prone to fade due to lack of cool air flowing over the rotor, which can also lead to reduced brake life. Our new in-house designed and engineered ECS Tuning Brake Cooling Duct kit is an effective way to reduce brake temperatures by channeling cool air to your rotors with this simple upgrade.

Upgrade your exterior styling on your Audi with the ECS Tuning Gloss Black Trunk Spoiler. This trunk spoiler was engineered in-house and designed to follow the curves and lines of the body to offer a more aggressive look that matches the factory appeal of the B5 S4 and A4.

You can draw attention to where you want it with something flashy, or you can divert attention away from where you don’t with something sleek and subtle. To create a winning presentation when you open the hood, there needs to be a blend of both exciting visual and performance upgrades as well as efficient use of negative space. Our new Engine Bay Covers for your B8 will help keep everything distracting hidden under clean and factory-looking covers to help direct attention to the stars of the show: your engine and all the performance goodies you want to show off.

Carista is a smartphone app that allows you to diagnose, customize, and service your car. Diagnose: Check your car's health and report any stored faults. Access manufacturer-specific diagnostics, clear fault codes and reset your CEL. Customize: Personalize the behavior of your car’s windows, lights and more, with a click of a button. Service: With Carista’s DIY tools, resetting your service indicator, or checking your launch control count becomes a 1-click action. Engage: Simply plug in the Carista dongle and download the app subscription from your play store.

Raise the level of style on your B8.5 A5 S-Line or S5 with the ECS Tuning Gloss Black Front Lip Spoiler & Rear Diffuser. The ECS Tuning Front Lip Spoiler & Rear Diffuser are crafted of a UV stabilized ABS polymer to achieve their deep high gloss shine and provides an aggressive and sporty style that's sure to set your vehicle apart from the rest.

Schwaben Specialty tools has earned a reputation for producing exceptionally clever tools for a variety of difficult automotive projects. Their latest Wheel Essentials release contains superb examples of the Schwaben approach to premium tool design and manufacturing. The unique Protecta Socket Kit helps prevent damage during wheel installation & removal. Quickly measure bolt circle on wheels or hubs with the Schwaben Wheel Bolt Pattern Gauge. The Schwaben Low Profile Aluminum Floor Jack is loaded with design details that make this floor jack one of the best jacks on the market.

Free up horsepower easily without sacrificing comfort with the ECS Vacuum Actuated Exhaust Cutouts! A simple modification that allows you to flip between the factory exhaust routing through the full system or dumped out the open valve when you need extra performance. Since the vacuum-actuated valve is not electronic, it will not stick or burn out, meaning you will enjoy this effective modification for a long time without worry. No welding required, instant power, and a fraction the cost of a full exhaust system makes this the perfect upgrade for your German performance car.

The B8 Q5 powered by the legendary 3.0T supercharged V6 is a wolf in sheep’s clothing. Dressed as a mid-size SUV, this Quattro grocery getter has plenty of punch when you put your foot down, but it doesn’t quite sound the part. Our new Center X-Pipe resonator delete will give your Q5 the aggressive tone it deserves and make those commutes even more fun.

Give your B8 Q5/SQ5 the upgrade it sorely deserves and take advantage of that legendary 3.0T with our brand-new in-house-designed Luft-Technik Intake System! All the induction noise, more power, and a more engaging driving experience are waiting for you with this simple upgrade.

LIQUI MOLY is not only our favorite producer of lubrication and additive products, but they hold the title as the best oil producers in Germany: for seven consecutive years. A major part of any service is often a frequently forgotten one: using proper flushes and additives to ensure buildup and sludge are eliminated with maximum effect. LIQUI MOLY is a leading producer of oil additives, engine flushes, and fuel system cleaners, so we have picked out exactly which of their products your car needs to maintain peak performance at all times.

LIQUI MOLY is not only our favorite producer of lubrication and additive products, but they hold the title as the best oil producers in Germany: for seven consecutive years. A major part of any service is often a frequently forgotten one: using proper flushes and additives to ensure buildup and sludge are eliminated with maximum effect. LIQUI MOLY is a leading producer of oil additives, engine flushes, and fuel system cleaners, so we have picked out exactly which of their products your car needs to maintain peak performance at all times.

ECS Tuning Performance Kevlar reinforced belts give you that extra piece of mind! Kevlar reinforced belts experience less elongation over time minimizing the amount of belt adjustment needed as well as offering a higher shock and impact resistance compared to OEM style belts.

The perfect stocking stuffers for any European car enthusiast and backyard mechanic are right here at ECS. Everything from specialty tools to make your life easier, ECS has something for every stocking.

We've all found ourselves using highly "creative" methods for separating or removing parts in the midst of an intense project. Some methods do work... but usually at the expense of personal injury and a few broken or damaged parts. So why not start with the right tool? The Schwaben Open Barrel Crimping/Stripping Pliers feature hard-to-find open barrel crimp option used on many German cars.

Brand new from Integrated Engineering, the Audi SQ5/Q5 3.0T Cold Air Intake System designed to offer power and performance from a gorgeous package. Give your super SUV a bump in performance and more induction noise for a more enjoyable driving experience and upgrade to the already impressive power from your supercharged V6.