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When it comes to getting under your car to perform any type of service it's very wise to do it right. The Schwaben 2 Ton aluminum floor has the ability for getting under low cars without lifting height sacrifice. If you prefer to drive right into you service we also carry a line of ramps with accessories to accommodate even the lowest of vehicles. From jack stands to wheels stands, these are a key point in safety when supporting the vehicle while working underneath. This is a small investment for safe working conditions.

We've all been in that helpless position when your car dies and there's no one around to help. What if you had a tool to remedy being stranded with a dead battery? Something so small it fits in your glovebox. The Schwaben Micro Jump Start Kit is the remedy, the days of looking for cable and another car to jump from are over. As a bonus it even works as a phone charger for those days where both your car and phone are both drained. New Features: On/Off Switch Micro USB Chargeable Updated Accessory Cable Longer Battery Life

If you've ever needed more space when parking in your garage or were ever worried about side swipes in tight parking areas, have we got the solution for you! Our ECS Power Folding Mirror Kit allows you to automatically fold in your mirrors to avoid possible damage and gives extra clearance for when needed the most. LED puddle lights add a more clear view around your vehicle at night, and the passenger reverse/dip feature allows you to avoid curb damage when backing up. All of these chocked-full features make this a must have kit for any MK7 owner!

Whether you are just beginning the modifications to your VW / Audi MQB vehicle or are continuing the theme of race-inspired performance aesthetics, ECS Red Carbon Kevlar Underhood products are just what you need to add a touch of sporty style to the engine bay. Visually upgrading your vehicle makes it special, more loveable, and most importantly unique. Strut your stuff this season with a slew of ECS Red Carbon Kevlar Accessories on your VW or Audi!

If you want to stand out in today's enthusiast scene, perfection is the name of the game and wheels are often what the eye gravitates towards. VMS Racing and Arospeed know this and have developed a line of wheel accessories that allow you to achieve that exact look your looking for. All VMS and Arospeed products go through extensive testing to ensure the highest quality product is delivered. Quality is their number one priority. Small details, big impact.

A new set of Alzor Wheels will not only change the look of your vehicle, but also capture the attention of others. Motorsport-inspired designs 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.

Shouldn't you have confidence in your car's battery? With NorthStar and OPTIMA batteries, corrosion is no longer a problem and you can be sure the power will be there when you turn the key. Thanks to NorthStar's thinner plates with more surface area and lack of additives in the pure lead, these batteries are designed to have faster charging, higher power density, longer life, and virtually no internal grid growth! NorthStar batteries virtually never experience catastrophic failure!

No one knows tuning like COBB. Their Accessport and off-the-shelf maps bring staggering performance and drivability gains to all vehicles they support. New to their roster is the COBB Accessport V3 for the VW MK7 Golf R! Bring better response times, better performance, data logging functions, and more to your MK7 Golf R! The AP brings your R to life without any modifications, and truly maximizes the potential of a heavily modified car with COBB's meticulous calculations for nearly every upgrade you can equip, giving you the perfect options for tuning your MK7 Golf R!

With experience on the track, rally stages, and on the street, Racingline Sport Springs for your VW or Audi are perfect for lowering your center of gravity. With a lower center of gravity and more aggressive stance, your VW or Audi will look and feel more intimate with the road. Racingline Sport Springs are designed to work with your factor struts and shocks, have a fantastic ride quality, and are European made for the best quality. With their extensive development and experience, Racingline is the best choice for lowering your VW or Audi.

Sequential turn signals are just starting to appear on new cars, such as the B9 Audi A4. Instead of the entire turn signal lighting up all at once, sequential turn signals light up progressively towards the outside of the vehicle. These units from Dyna Blink in Germany feature smoked lenses and installation is plug and play with no coding necessary. They carry a 2 year manufacturer's warranty.

Eventuri is setting a new benchmark in the aftermarket intake industry. No more unverified and misleading performance gains, they are consistently developing bespoke intake solutions which bring genuine power and torque increases. Extensive prototyping, testing and rigorous validation methods ensure their designs enhance the driving experience of your vehicle in the real world. With a construction quality that is second to none – Eventuri is raising the bar on every front.

ECS supplies an excellent range of boost and engine monitoring options for your VW, from analog boost gauges, to oil temperature gauges. We also have pods and kits to complete the package. Take a look at the ECS options and weigh them against your particular needs - you'll likely find a superb product that perfectly suits your VW.

Most enthusiasts keen on European vehicles have seen the DINAN badge somewhere. Those in the know expect nothing but the highest quality from a company that offers the best in performance modifications. Between their extensive R&D, experienced engineers, and enthusiast interest, DINAN is synonymous with performance in the European tuning community. All DINAN parts are designed in the USA and offer significant improvements, either stylistic or performance, and can take your car from completely stock to unbelievably modified with their extensive catalogue.

An unfortunate consequence of the modern closed PCV/Breather system is the unintended ingestion of oil vapor and carbon into the intake tract, lowering the octane rating and leaving harmful deposits on a vehicle's intake valves and ports that result in decreased power. Engineered in-house and manufactured here in the USA, the ECS Baffled Oil Catch Can utilizes a highly efficient 4-chamber oil separator, decreasing oil ingestion and maintaining engine power output. The innovative design also catches as much blow-by gas as possible, bringing carbon buildup to an absolute minimum.

Unsightly red reflectors seen on the rear bumper of the MK7 visually detract from the appearance of your car. Fortunately, Lamin-X and ECS teamed up to provide a simple, visually appealing, and easy to install solution with our Pre-Cut Lamin-X Rear Bumper Reflector Film Set. This minimal change exponentially increases the aesthetics of your MK7 and gives it a smoked-out look, eliminating the gaudy reflectors.

New from 034Motorsport are the Cast Stainless Steel Performance Downpipe and the Ultimate Front Sway Bar upgrade for your Audi or VW! The Performance Downpipe greatly reduces turbo lag, improves throttle response, and offers a much heartier and enjoyable exhaust note for your German performance car. In the handling department, the Ultimate Front Sway Bar offers significantly more rigid construction when compared to the stock bar. This bar will reduce body roll and improve handling through corners.

Why leave your shark-fin antenna bare when it can be carbon fiber? Our Carbon Fiber overlay will give you the missing touch of style on your roof and help you make your VW a little more yours. Available for 2015+ VW, there is no excuse for your shark fin to be carbon-less.

With the Tune2air Bluetooth Adapter for your vehicle, you no longer have to struggle with outdated wires tethering your phone or media device to your head unit. With hands-free integration to your native steering wheel controls and an easy installation, you can update that non-bluetooth equipped head unit with Tune2air and ditch the aux cord for good!

Shift some excitement into your Audi or VW with a Euro Impulse weighted aluminum shift knob, now available at ECS Tuning! With a weight of just under 300 grams, this solid aluminum custom weighted shift knob allows for easier shifts, and improves the overall interior look of your Audi or VW. This knob fits Audi and VW models that utilize the clamp-on style knob from the factory. Taking installation and fitment into careful consideration, these knobs are secured via a metal adapter clamp system.

Introducing the ECS Billet 2-Piece Rear Wiper Delete Plug for your VW. Featuring a smooth, logo-less design that follows the curvature of the rear hatch glass, this is the ultimate in clean and stealthy mods. The exterior cap is made from billet aluminum to achieve the ultra-high gloss finish to match the rear hatch glass. Once installed the double-O-ring sealing design seals against water intrusion and air leaks. The interior hardware includes a stainless steel black oxide washer and a black-phosphate coated flanged securing nut for long-term, dependable operation.

APR Roll Control Lowering Springs are the perfect addition to your MK7 Golf R or Audi 8v A3/S3 Quattro to achieve a more desirable ride height without sacrificing ride quality. APR designed their Roll Control Lowering Springs to work with your factory dampers and only minimally changed the spring rating. This means your car will look and handle the way you visioned without jarring or bouncing you down the road. Get your look just right and don't give up your luxury feel!

Creations Motorsport was founded in 2007 by a group of VAG enthusiasts in Germany. CMS is known around the world for their brake adapters and other unique solutions for VW/Audi models. Add a dual rear caliper setup to your VW with CMS brake adapters.This allows for a larger caliper and rotor in the rear while retaining handbrake functionality. Every CMS brake adapter is track tested and proven before it is put into production. All components are machined in-house at their Birmingham, United Kingdom facility.

At ECS we're always thinking of new ways to make cars better. Everything from performance intake systems and exhaust systems down to the very smallest, detailed parts, like this ECS Split Spoke Wheel Vinyl Set for the factory VW MK7 Golf R 19" Cadiz wheels. We found an easy way to create a visual transformation to your Cadiz wheels with these pre-cut gloss black vinyls. Creating the "split - 5 spoke" wheel design with the simple addition of our vinyls makes the wheels look sportier without having to spend thousands of dollars on new wheels.

From the street to the track, HPA Motorsport has the performance upgrades for your Audi or Volkswagen that are backed by over 25 years of success in racing. From a dedicated background in Audi/VW tuning, HPA Motorsport offers the experience and heritage you need to feel confident with each upgrade. Right now, HPA Motorsport is discounted at ECS. Don't miss your chance at those improvements you've been eyeing!

By locking down the rear subframe and rear differential, rear suspension geometry is maintained and driveline rigidity is improved, resulting in a more "connected" relationship between driver and machine. Rear suspension feedback is enhanced, rear sway bar upgrades are more effective and a more connected feel between shifter and driveline is created.

Using our premium oil service kits ensure that your Volkswagen gets the best service possible, and allows you to extend the change intervals of your engine oil. If you are serious about maintaining your car, then our ECS Tuning Premium Oil Service Kits are for you. For a limited time only, receive a FREE bottle of Redline Water Wetter with any Assembled by ECS Redline Oil Service Kit.

Factory brake calipers slide on guide pins through rubber bushings. This design is adequate and widely used from the factory by Audi/VW. For more precise braking, bronze bushings and 304 stainless steel guide pins allow for a more positive feel at the pedal and more even pad wear. ECS Performance Caliper Guide Bushings are C544 bronze to complement anti-seize, providing additional lubrication - all of which is held in place by an integrated o-ring and dust cap. Working in concert with new stainless steel guide pins allows for a much longer service life and less maintenance.

Today's modern engines were made with complex tools that only dealerships seem to have on hand. This forces one to take their vehicle to a dealer in order to get routine service. With these new tools from Schwaben, you can do this service yourself. Whether you need to do up your brake calipers, remove lug bolts and trim, ignition coils, or tighten your timing belt, Schwaben has the tool for the job. These high-quality and long lasting tools will do the job right the first time, giving you more time to enjoy your vehicle where it belongs, on the road.

The APR Turbo Inlet Pipe is an easy-to-install bolt-on upgrade that eliminates a restriction before the turbocharger. Unlike fabricated units on the market today, APR's is cast from aluminum, allowing for an organically shaped inlet that transitions gradually over a large distance promoting better flow. It’s larger than stock throughout, removing a large internal restriction at the PCV inlet, and outflows the factory unit allowing the turbocharger to operate more efficiently. This upgrade is recommending at all stages utilizing an IHI IS12, IS20 or IS38 turbocharger!

The 034Motorsport Res-X Resonator Delete unleashes a throaty growl that exudes the sound of performance and warns bystanders that this isn't your average Audi or Volkswagen. The new aggressive exhaust note is accomplished by removing the heavy factory resonator and replacing it with a ready-to-install 034Motorsport Res-X Resonator Delete. No welding required! This is a true bolt-in exhaust upgrade that eliminates the quiet factory resonator for a deeper exhaust growl.