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We spend more time in our cars than we like to admit. Why not make it the most enjoyable experience it could possibly be? Brand new Bremmen Android Radio options for your VW are now here at ECS so you can update your audio interface with the most advanced system possible.

2020 has been, well, you know. To bring some positivity to the European car enthusiast community, we are excited to announce that once again, we're giving away a car! Yes, we�re hosting another sweepstakes like the 8V A3, MK7.5 GTI, and E46 M3 before it. This time, you have the unique opportunity to win a late-model Audi B8 S4 Facelift.

Modern automotive components are tucked into the tightest of places, sometimes making it impossible to access fasteners with a standard socket or ratchet. A lot of times, this forces you to take your vehicle to a dealer in order to get routine service. The Schwaben Stubby Socket Driver is a specialty low-profile tool, designed specifically to give you access to previously untouchable fasteners. Put the power in your own hands with this kit from Schwaben. Free yourself from the dealer and do it all yourself!

The cooling system in any car is often a neglected when it comes to maintenance, by the time most owners do something about this failure has already arrived. The recommended service interval is every 2 years. Just like engine oil the additives used in coolant to keep corrosion down and maintain proper lubrication breakdown in the same way over time and milage. Reduce the cost later by keeping your cooling system healthy now, Schwaben tools make it easy to maintain.

Give your Audi upgrades it deserves that your wallet (or significant other) won�t fight. This is our list of the top performance parts to improve your Audi on a budget so you don�t have to compromise between building the car you picture in your head and saving money for your future. Check out our selection of suspension, software, exhaust, intake, visual upgrades, and more, all designed to fit your Audi and your budget.

Schwaben products are characterized by simple, clever designs. Their wheel storage solutions may be the best examples of these qualities. The Schwaben Wheel Tree holds up to 275lbs and allows you to safely stack your wheels without the risk of scuffing and scratching. Convenient locking casters allow you to easily move the whole set anywhere in your garage or shop at one time. And when saving floor space is the highest priority, the Schwaben Wall-Mounted Wheel Rack allows you to securely store up to four 11½" wide wheels and tires against the wall, away from your work space.

Let's be real, when was the last time you used your 12v cigarette lighter for anything? Your head unit has Bluetooth, you probably have a million USB ports for charging things, and no one has a separate GPS these days. Why not spice things up with our Billet Aluminum Power Port Plug? We have fun little phrases lasered into them so you can have a bit of a laugh every time you look at that useless 12v outlet in your car. Check out all our quirky designs and grab one just for fun.

Boring, torn and deteriorating cloth battery covers can leave your engine bay looking a little outdated and in need of something more. If your battery cover is in need of replacement or if your engine bay could use a touch of beauty then we have you COVERED! Our ECS Tuning in-house designed and engineered Battery Cover kit includes a precision 3D designed heat resistant, textured matte black polymer battery lid with a durable CNC-bent powder-coated aluminum battery case.

Our Hatch 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 MK6 GTI and Golf R. Crafted from high quality vacuum formed gloss black ABS polymer that is enhanced with UV-stabilizer to achieve its world class appearance and durability provides a sporty style that's sure to set your vehicle apart from the rest. Installs atop the factory hatch spoiler with no drilling, cutting or any permanent modifications.

Worried about rocks & road debris compromising your fragile oil pan? Then this is MUST HAVE PROTECTION! Fully constructed from T304 stainless steel & 100% TIG welded, this can handle any abuse thrown at it. Compared to the original fragile plastic oil pan found on the MQB platforms, this is serious stuff. While achieving protection without the sacrifice of ground clearance, we were able to increase the oil capacity by 1-1.5 Liters. This helps extend oil service intervals & maintains more consistent operating temps. ECS designed & tested, made in the U.S.A.

Cutting off your mufflers isn’t exactly the best solution when you want to give your MK6 GTI a heartier exhaust note. A proper muffler delete, on the other hand, is a cost-effective way to achieve better sound without sacrificing looks or tone. Our new lightweight MK6 GTI muffler delete kit with beefy 4-inch exhaust tips is the easiest way to improve your driving experience without looking like a clown who owns a hack saw.

APR is at it again with epic upgrades for your 1.8T and 2.0T powered Audi or VW. Their latest improvement is a beautifully minimalist, highly functional, and entirely modular high-performance intake. The new Ultimate PEX Intake System is designed to give your Audi or VW a 24% increase in airflow and protection from power-robbing heat in your engine bay for improved throttle response and a noticeable performance boost.

The worst part about upgrading your intercooler is cutting up your front bumper or core support. The upgrade is worth it, but it always feels so wrong. So we decided to take things into our hands and design a new Front Mount Intercooler for your MK6 GTI / Golf R that is a bolt-in, direct swap, upgrade. No cutting required to give your MK6 more power thanks to our in-house designed intercooler option.

Night driving is scary enough as it is. With poor lighting, you can’t see hazards in the road and won’t have a field of vision far enough ahead to react if something happens in front of you. Our new ZiZa Plug And Play LED Conversion Kits are designed to give you high-output light better than anything else you’ll find for a quick replacement and excellent night time visibility.

It’s time to make your MK6 GTI look the way you want. Our new Gloss Black or Textured Front Lip for your MK6 is designed to offer the motorsport-inspired and aggressive visual upgrade your GTI deserves. We’ve designed it here in-house with love and care for perfect fitment out of the box and a nearly instant improvement to the front end of your VW.

Everywhere we can continue a thematic visual design with our VW interiors, we will. Especially if that means replacing something that wasn’t attractive from the factory and prone to breaking over time with something strikingly stylish and impeccably durable. Our new Billet Seat Adjustment Handles for your VW are designed in-house to do just that. Upgrade your interior with this new functional piece of your interior design puzzle.

If you spend time on the track with your MK4/MK5/MK6 GTI, you need a tow strap. But why just have a functional strap when you can have a functional strap that looks, dare we say it, strapping? These new dapper Polyester Tow Straps we’ve artfully created are designed to look incredible and offer dependable function with a 4,000lb capacity and all the durability you need when things go sideways.

With the functionality and variety of professional-grade diagnostic equipment, the OBDeleven Plug-and-Play diagnostic app is right at home in your personal garage. The scan application features code reading, control units, LED coding, and the ability to clear service or check engine lights from your smartphone! Just plug in your OBD port and have the same capabilities you would see in a dedicated shop all from the convenience of your device.

The little details are what combine to tell the full story of your unique car. When those little bits serve an actual function beyond style points, they are exponentially cooler. In the case of your Audi or VW engine bay, our new ECS Billet Engine Bay Caps replace your old reservoir caps with classy and durable Billet Aluminum versions that give your engine a fit and finish that speaks to your attention to detail while offering the longevity you want from those often forgotten parts.

Take the hassle�and the risk�out of servicing your ignition system with a thoughtfully engineered ground relocation solution. Designed with both performance and practicality in mind, this upgrade allows you to remove your coil packs without ever disturbing the ground connection. That means no more stressing or breaking fragile factory ground wires during routine maintenance, saving you time, frustration, and potential electrical issues down the line. Beyond convenience, this kit is built to maintain a consistent and reliable ground to the valve cover. By preserving proper grounding at all times, it helps reduce unwanted electrical noise and signal interference from surrounding systems�supporting smoother operation and more dependable performance where it matters most. Whether you're performing routine maintenance or dialing in a cleaner, more dependable engine bay, this ground relocation kit offers a refined solution that enhances durability, improves serviceability, and maintains a factory-fresh appearance! *Note* Your vehicle's ignition coil connector part number starts with "8K0" or "4D0". This part number is found on the underside of the connector (see last image for reference). You must identify which connector you have prior to purchase!

Need to fit some aggressive wheels and tires, but your fenders require rolling? The Schwaben Fender Lip Roller is your at-home solution for forming your fender lips without paying excessively at a shop. Get the look you want with professional-like quality from the Schwaben Fender Lip Roller!

The most important part of working on your car is doing it safely. Lifting, supporting, and lowering your car with the right equipment is paramount. Schwaben has a low profile, heavy duty, easy to use lifting products designed to safely and quickly raise and lower even the most slammed cars around.

If your car has been unused for a few weeks, a few months, or has been in storage since last fall, there is a checklist of maintenance services you need to run through before your car may be ready to drive. Pulling your car from storage can be an easy and rewarding experience, and might save you some headaches down the road. Here is everything you need to make sure your car is ready to go back to work when you are.

Developed by the most distinguished experts of this industry, the Schwaben Professional Scan Tool is one of the most powerful aftermarket tools available for your European car. From simple trouble code reads/clears, service light resets, parking brake deactivation, recording live sensor data, to providing live data graphing; The Schwaben Professional Scan Tool does it all! Owning a Schwaben Scan Tool separates you from the average car enthusiast, empowering you with manufacturer-level diagnostic and analytic capabilities. Diagnose. Code. Adapt.

Your MK6 GTI deserves to have a bark that matches its bite. Our brand-new, in-house designed, and extensively tested Valved and Non-Valved Exhaust Systems are intended to do just that. By giving you the option for either quiet comfort or unbridled snarls at the touch of a button, you can enjoy your MK6 GTI’s two distinct attitudes. Or, if you never want to look back, pick the Non-Valved version for an uninterrupted improvement to sound and performance.

Online ordering and Phone orders are still available as normal. Our sales and customer support staff are here in the building (though we are working remotely to do our part to help with social distancing). We do not expect any delays with shipping and we are ready to provide assistance with your orders. Feel free to call in, speak with one of our enthusiast experts, and find what you need for your next project. We are now offering Curbside Pickup at our facility in Wadsworth, Ohio.

Changing your Audi, BMW, or Volkswagen's oil on schedule ensures your engine will live a healthy and long operational life. While changing your oil might be straightforward, those who regularly do it themselves likely find the little annoyances that make it more trouble than it could be. With our new Schwaben Thread-In Oil Funnels, you can quickly thread this funnel into your oil filler cap for a hands-free and mess-free result when you pour in that new liquid gold. Make services easy for yourself and you'll begin to enjoy them even more!

Upgrade your old or leaky Water Pump with the Assembled By ECS Upgraded Aluminum Water Pump. Water Pump failure can lead to your vehicle making an unnecessary trip to the repair shop. If your pump stops working, coolant temperatures rise rapidly and can overheat the engine, leading to head gasket or even piston ring failure. This is a great preventative maintenance item when doing any type of timing belt replacement.

Give your Audi or Volkswagen a set of new wheels that look fantastic and reduce your unsprung weight with brand new APR Flow Formed wheels. Their new styles are designed for perfect fitment and accept your OEM center caps.

ECS Carbon Fiber Under Hood Covers add a smooth and consistent style when you open the hood of your VW. The attention to detail and uniform look shows off your dedication to making a clean thing of beauty out of the chaos that is the engine bay. The hand laid carbon fiber weave of our covers provide a tasteful improvement to pieces under the hood you otherwise just try to ignore. Covering your battery, fuse box, engine, and more with our ECS Carbon Fiber Covers is the best way to clean up your engine with a race-inspired theme.