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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.

With the MK7/MK7.5 GTI, we want to hear that glorious Gen3 turbocharged 4-cylinder make its beautiful sound. Sadly, the factory-equipped resonator pipe takes all that fun noise, cancels it out, and sends a disappointing whisper out of the muffler. Don’t worry about spending thousands on a full exhaust to hear your GTI sound the way it should: grab our new in-house designed Resonator Delete Pipe and listen to your engine make all the right noises.

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.

Upgrading your MQB VW or Audi with a Front Mount Intercooler is an effective way to decrease charge-air temperatures and increase performance potential but that also requires you to retain the original intercooler since that carries the A/C condenser, radiator, and fan shroud. Naturally, that reduces the airflow to your radiator and robs you of optimal efficiency. Our new OEM Intercooler Delete Brackets allow you to ditch that old intercooler while retaining your radiator, condenser, and fan shroud for a sleek, lightweight, and free-flowing performance intercooler upgrade.

The ECS Tuning Rear Diffuser Add-On Kit easily installs over the factory rear valance on your 2018+ Volkswagen GTI to provide the appearance of an aggressive diffuser, without the need to remove your OEM valance. Engineered in-house, our rear diffuser overlay will be sure to catch attention and turn heads! Featuring more aggressive outer blades and three new center blades to fill the massive void in the factory valance. Installs easily with our sleek mounting brackets and included hardware.

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.

Designed and engineered in-house to fit directly on your factory front bumper, our lip will provide a much more aggressive visual appeal and the appearance of a much lower ride height. An exclusive design only available through ECS Tuning, this front lip spoiler will be sure to catch attention and turn heads.

Make no compromises to your MK7 or 8v A3 with your next suspension upgrade. Fresh off our design tables and ready for your VW/Audi are the new Heavy Duty Rubber Rear Shock Mounts for less deflection, improved performance, increased durability, and no sacrifice in terms of comfort. These mounts are void-free 75a rubber for the least harsh and longest-lived option available that won’t leave you wanting more.

The MQB platform is full of potential and easily supports incredible horsepower with just a few bolt-on upgrades. 034Motorsport has been a staple in the VW/Audi tuning community for years and once again has provided the fastest path with the least resistance to improving your engine’s performance. With their new Insuction Bundle, you can upgrade your turbo inlet pipe, turbo inlet hose, and air filter for maximum flow and performance all at once, saving you time and money for an easy drop-in upgrade that retains all the factory fitment.

If you’re upgrading your MK7.5 GTI for better handling and more power, it should look the part. Visual upgrades that add a beefier appearance and meaner attitude do just that. Our new exclusive in-house designed MK7.5 GTI Front Bumper Flares and Fog Light Accent sets are designed to do just that. Give your GTI the unique and aggressive look it deserves with these distinct exterior improvements, only at ECS Tuning.

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.

Whether you’re on the street or the track with your MK7, a rigid, solid, structurally-sound chassis is critical to taking your handling upgrades to the next level. While we wouldn’t call the MK7 chassis ‘floppy’ by any means, it still has room to improve in the field of chassis bracing to prevent any unwanted slop. Our new MK7 Front Subframe Brace is the latest development in strength and rigidity we’re happy to offer so you can continue to improve the way your MK7 feels and responds under the toughest driving conditions.

The factory turbo outlet pipe on your MK7.5 GTI/Golf R is restrictive and not designed to handle more than the factory boost levels. Our new High Flow Turbo Outlet Pipe Kit is the perfect upgrade for improving power and handling more boost in your MQB platform. This lovely upgrade is intended to significantly out-perform the factory outlet and give you tons of headroom for turning up the power.

Each IE catback is manufactured from the highest standard 304L stainless steel, mandrel bent, and TIG welded by hand using precise fixtures and tooling. IE takes great pride in knowing your new exhaust is built to last a lifetime. A great sounding exhaust is nothing without the performance to back it up. This catback system is designed to allow uninterrupted straight-through flow throughout the entire length of exhaust.

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.

Turn your VW or Audi turbocharged engine into a head-turning, exhilarating driving experience with our In-House designed and engineered Atmospheric Diverter Valve Spacer! Our ECS DV Spacer unleashes your turbocharger's compressed air into the atmosphere, giving it the sound of a blow off valve (BOV), with every gear change and every boosted throttle close!

Our Dogbone Mount Bushing Inserts for your 8V A3/S3/RS3 or VW MK7/7.5 are the perfect upgrades to give you the driving experience and rigidity you want from your Audi or VW. These in-house designed upgrades reduce deflection and improve your throttle response by eliminating that annoying flex from your drivetrain that robs power from your wheels.

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.

Cleaning up your engine bay is a perfect finishing touch to your build. That’s why we’re happy to introduce a sleek new ABS Fuse Box Cover for your VW/Audi. Hide that ugly fuse box under a form-fitting, in-house-designed, svelt black cover to keep your attention on the engine, where it should be, rather than those pesky accessories.

If you spend time on the track with your MK7, 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.

Upgrade the visual appearance of your MK7.5 GTI with our brand-new in-house designed Carbon Fiber Rear Diffuser for a motorsport-inspired look and feel. Find a fresh way to enjoy your MK7.5 GTI with our new aggressive carbon diffuser.

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.

From the factory, DCC-equipped vehicles rely on electronically controlled dampers that constantly communicate with the vehicle's control module. Removing the factory dampers without proper cancellation, as is common during coilover installation, results in persistent warning lights, fault codes, and limited drive mode functionality. Our Dynamic Chassis Control Canceller Kit is engineered to simulate the presence of factory dampers, restoring full vehicle functionality while giving you the flexibility to run your preferred suspension setup. Designed specifically for MK7, MK8, and 8Y chassis, this kit integrates directly into the factory harness no coding, splicing, or guesswork required.

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.