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Last year, we sent VW Brand Ambassador Jamie Orr on a trip all across the country in a pre-production MK5 Sportwagen we affectionately called the Rallywagen where it ended in the Arctic Circle. This year we picked up a VW MK7 GTI and decided to build it here at ECS to debut at SEMA and then head South to drive all the way to the tip of South America on some of the most demanding roads. Rallywagen 2.0 was fully constructed in-house by our team of engineers.

The MK7 GTI and MK7 R both offer excellent performance out of the box. As tuners, though, we always want more. More air, more clout, more power. That's why we set out on a mission to upgrade the performance of your turbocharged hatchback with our brand new Front Mount Intercooler Kit to increase the volume of airflow, decrease temperatures, and improve the efficiency of your boosted baby for more smiles per gallon.

Ever tried removing a radio trim bezel with a screwdriver or metal putty knife? Ugly. Ineffective. Metal prying tools gouge, scratch, and crack expensive interior parts adding needless cost and aggravation to any repair or accessory installation requiring trim panel removal. Stop the madness. Invest in one of our affordable trim removal kits. Large kit or small, our trim removal tools are made of tough, non-marring molded plastic, brightly colored so you won't leave them behind when the job is done. Do it right. Do it faster. Schwaben.

The ECS Silicone Turbo Inlet Hose for the VW MK7 Golf/Jetta 1.4T was designed in-house with a high-quality 5-ply reinforced construction to provide a strong but flexible structure and secure fit. Smooth bends and internal walls with a counterbored outlet provides unimpeded airflow, while the smooth, gloss black exterior adds an appearance upgrade to any engine bay.

Enlighten your engine with new LIQUI-MOLY Molygen engine oil!. Using revolutionary molecular friction control, Molygen will provide the quality protection your VW or Audi deserves. Even better, with our included UV Light you can quickly spot any leaks by the distinctive green glow. Molygen is specifically engineered to preserve, cool, and lubricate your naturally aspirated or forced induction engine from performance use to daily driving. ECS now offers Molygen for VW and Audi engines, sold individually, or in complete service kits.

Your suspension is more than just what supports your VW. The system as a whole is what determines how your car rides, how it looks, and most importantly, how it performs around corners, under acceleration, and in braking. Dialing in your suspension settings with adjustable upgrades can give you the perfect feeling for a track day that you need to shave off those seconds, but make the car completely unlivable on the street. With Modular Suspension Solutions for your VW, just a few simple changes give you the ability to live in both worlds without sacrifice to comfort or performance.

Finding places to put gauges in your MK7 isn't difficult; just bolt them up wherever they are still visible. For a solution that doesn't look like an afterthought that involved many zip ties and poor decisions, CJM Gauges has you covered with their Defrost Vent Pods to house two of your information displays without making those gauges look like you just tossed them in your interior and said 'that'll do.'

HPA Motorsports provides no-compromise, proven, and tested performance parts for your VW or Audi. With their roots in building competitive cars for track use, HPA continuously develops parts for their race applications in-house in their CNC shop and provide their tested components to you to improve the driving dynamics of your European performance car.

Aerofab Splitters for your VW MK7 and MK7.5 are specifically designed to be easy, attractive, and perfectly fitted to the contours of your front bumper cover. Adding a tailored front splitter gives your car the race-inspired look you want without the risk of universal fitment or poor quality products ruining your vision.

Flushing brake fluid is a commonly overlooked maintenance service for most car owners. Fluid should be flushed every 1-2 years as a good service plan, however checking with the manufacturer's suggestions is best. A simple way to tell if the fluid is in need of a change is by looking at the color, new fluid will have a slight yellow hue while amber is the sign of a needed flush. Because brake fluid is hygroscopic, its designed to hold moisture away from the metal internals to prevent corrosion. Like a sponge the fluid can only hold so much moisture before becoming ineffective.

Replace the weak and imprecise OEM sway bar end links with these performance engineered Dynamic+ Adjustable Sway Bar End Links from 034Motorsport! 034Motorsport's Dynamic+ Adjustable Front Sway Bar End Links allow for uncompromised transfer of suspension movement to the sway bar, and are adjustable in length, allowing you to eliminate preload on the sway bar. These end links use high-misalignment ball joints, ensuring that the end links do not bind as the suspension articulates.

Changing the look of your car is as easy as a fresh set of wheels. The attitude, stance, and entire appearance of your car can completely transform with the right style choice and specs. Fifteen52, known for their aggressive styles and explosion into the mainstream with support from many notable builders and drivers, know exactly how to make the perfect set of shoes for your Volkswagen. Brand new from their design tables are distinctive and fresh wheels ready to help you make a statement. Find them right here at ECS.

Schwaben offers an extensive line of European specialty tools as well as standard tools to your collection. Its doesn't stop there, we even offer items to help keep your car cleaner while getting work done and mobility for both you and your tools. See our perfectly bundled hand tool kits that make an excellent addition to any tool box.

Want to do something bold? Bodacious, even? Check out the new line of 3M 1080 Series Vinyl Wrap. Add texture and style to interior and exterior surfaces by applying these durable adhesive backed films to body panels or trim. Want variety? Channel Darth Vader with gloss black or carbon fiber, or go sci-fi-starship with brushed aluminum or titanium. Buy rolls five feet wide in lengths from one to 20 feet. Hi-tech look. Low tech installation. User friendly and easy to apply using simple tools, 3M 1080 vinyl lets anyone get professional results on the first try.

034Motorsport's Dynamic+Flush Wheel Spacer Kit is designed to fit Audi/VW vehicles with 5x112mm wheel bolt patterns. These wheel spacers are manufactured from 6061 billet aluminum with a black anodized finish and feature a few cool features you will appreciate if you have had experience with spacers before. Wheel spacers increase track width to improve handling, allow for more brake clearance, and help achieve the more flush wheel/tire fitment you desire for your car.

When it comes to your regular car maintenance, nothing is more common than needing an oil change. Choosing the best oil for your car can often lead to a headache of opinions, so we always recommend sticking with your manufacturer's specific oil. Learning how to change your oil is an easy task for any just about any car owner, but the real trick is having the right tools for the job. Save yourself money for years to come with Schwaben! If you're not the "crawl under the car type", check out our Schwaben Fluid Extractor and Filler. This tool is amazing when it comes to oil changes.

Tekniform Wheels are our answer to the call for lightweight, attractive, durable wheels capable of withstanding abuse on the street or track that won't have you smashing your piggy bank to shell out for costly forged wheels. Our flow formed wheels are the fit and finish that make your car look the part, sporting engraved billet center caps and brand new wheel designs, that have the durability behind them to look good at a show or perform on the street or track.

Whether your MK7/8V is lowered, slammed, or completely stock, it will need control arm bushings replaced at some point. But why make a replacement when you can make an improvement? The preassembled ECS Polyurethane Front Control Arm Bushing Kit is designed to be an easy replacement and effective upgrade, which gives you a connected driving experience, improved handling, and the knowledge that your bushings will last longer than the soft OE rubber versions.

CSF has been a go-to for performance cooling in everything from show cars to race-spec builds for almost fifty years. If you have an Audi or VW based on the MQB platform, you can now experience the high-flow and exceptional cooling properties of the CSF radiator and DSG cooler tailored for your car and peak performance.

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.

Looking for the most attractive & adjustable tip on the market? Look no further than our ECS Swivel Exhaust Tips! Featuring a unique swivel collar design that allows adjustability in any direction for that perfect fitment. Simply adjust the tip to your desired position and tighten the hex bolt to 14 ft-lbs (19 Nm) and the tip will stay in place. These are engineered to last, using chrome plated nuts, 304SS cap screw, clamp, insert ring and exhaust tip. Available in 3.5" or 4.0" outlet and chrome or black chrome finish.

One of the more common items we all encounter on a regular basis but leave completely untouched is our fuel cap. Leave no stone unturned in your car with this beautifully machined 6061-T6 aluminum fuel cap cover and you'll be popping more than just your hood at the next car show! Show off your gas cap on your VW/Audi, or replace a broken tether with our included stainless wire rope and clasp.

The legendary Burger Motorsports JB4 module is one of the simplest and most dramatic modifications you can perform on your VW/Audi. Whether this is your first modification, your only modification, or the finishing touch on your build, the Burger Motorsports JB4 is exactly what you're looking for. Simple, plug-and-play installation can yield results starting at 30hp and 40lb-ft. Higher octane and boost adjustment with the optional BMS Data Cable or Smartphone Wireless Connect Kit.

Your engine requires proper lubrication to function, but a simple oil change is only the bare minimum. As it ages, carbon deposits build up in your engine and rob performance by hurting efficiency. LIQUI MOLY engine flushes and additives are designed to supplement your oil change with proven technology to effectively clean and further protect your engine to both restore power and maintain a long operational life. The importance of additives is still a relatively new concept, but it is certainly critical to preserving your engine the way it deserves.

Information is always key, especially when it comes to monitoring system functions of your VW under high-stress driving conditions like on a track. New Polar FIS Advanced Dashboard Display units put critical information right in front of you with ease using your factory multifunction display. All the info you need and none of the tacky add-on gauges that ruin your interior means you have the best of both worlds while monitoring your VW’s systems.

Changing the appearance of your car’s engine bay is just a start; ECS Visual Upgrades are engineered to follow the contours of your VW as though they were equipped from the factory to give your car a uniquely aggressive and charismatic facelift. Start your project right with the most attractive and beneficial modifications you can choose for your VW while they are on sale now. If you already have a build plan, check out these Holiday Sale deals happening right now just below this sentence!

Servicing late model computerized vehicles is more of a challenge today than ever before for the aftermarket automotive service facility. Quite often the difference between being able to effectively and profitably service a car line depends on having access to 'Factory Level' tools and information. OEM Tools is are committed to bringing the 'Best in Class' Tools, Information and Reprogramming to the general aftermarket at a friendly price point.

Upgrade your factory parking brake handle on your VW MK7 Golf, GTI or Alltrack with our ECS Tuning Billet Aluminum Parking Brake Handle! Made from 6061-T6 Aluminum our parking brake handle will improve your interior's appeal while upgrading the feel and style of your e-brake handle.

From Schwaben Specialty Tools comes a tool every home mechanic should have in his arsenal. The 61" long adjustable Engine Support Bar adapts to any vehicle width, and supports a full 1000 lb weight rating. The support bar includes four rubber padded feet to prevent slipping and damage to your car's finish, while powder coating guarantees durability. The deluxe version of the support bar includes two-direction stability for added support.

VAG makes an impressive car, but that doesn’t mean you lack options to make your time behind the wheel more engaging. Our Adjustable Short Shift Kits offer precise and crisp shifts for a sportier feel that can be set to exactly your preference. Make each gear change more exciting and your daily commutes more fun with the ECS Adjustable Short Shift Kits for your Audi and enjoy your manual transmission to the fullest.