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Why just replace your commonly worn, peeling, or otherwise failed start/stop button, when you could upgrade with a reliable, "red" starter switch from the helpful folks at ECS Tuning? Using an OEM start/stop switch from a Genuine OEM source, the Research and Development Team at ECS Tuning were able to adapt this starter switch to your VW. Conveniently packaged and ready for install out of the box without any additional modifications or coding required. Simply replace and enjoy the newfound décor and quality.

Give your MK7 Jetta 1.4T an aggressive visual upgrade with our popular front bumper grille set, now available in the more affordable gloss black versions for all the style at a fraction of the cost!

The MK7.5 GTI and Golf R deserve more aggressive styling. Brand-new from our expert team of in-house designers are the Carbon Fiber Rear Bumper Flare sets to bring that similar, boxy, motorsport-inspired appearance to the rear bumper of your MK7.5 that we offer for the front. Add an element of sporty styling to your MK7.5 GTI/Golf R with our new rear bumper flares.

The long-awaited ECS Valved and Non-Valved Cat Back Exhaust is here for your MK7 GLI! With options for both a valved system or non-valved system, you can let the sound of your MQB turbo platform play at your desired volume or keep it loud all the time.

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.

Oh yes, it’s finally here: the brand-new, in-house developed, Valved Cat-back Exhaust for your MK6 Golf R! The intricately designed piping and valved straight-through sections produce a lovely tone for any occasion, whether you’re coming back to your neighborhood after a long day or out blasting through the canyons, a simple flip of the switch offers two completely different sound dynamics for whatever your preference might be. Give your MK6 Golf R the performance and noise it deserves with this gorgeous new piece from your friends at ECS.

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.

We're excited to introduce our brand-new ECS Adjustable Damping Coilovers for your MK7 or 8V! With 32 levels of damper adjustment, independent ride height and spring pre-load settings, and a wide range of heights, you can dial in your perfect fitment and ride quality for the look you want and the comfort you need.

We’re excited to introduce our brand-new ECS Adjustable Damping Coilovers for your MK5 R32 or MK6 R! With 32 levels of damper adjustment, independent ride height and spring pre-load settings, and a wide range of heights, you can dial in your perfect fitment and ride quality for the look you want and the comfort you need.

Protect your vitals with our ECS Tuning in-house engineered Aluminum Street Shield Skid Plate Kit. Constructed from 3/16" (4.8mm) thick 5052 aluminum and weighing in at only 18lbs, with factory modeled air ventilation, our skid plate is sure to stand up to harsh on road and mild off-road conditions that your OEM plastic belly pan could not.

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.

Want a more aggressive sound from your MK6 Jetta GLI 2.0T but don’t want to commit to a full exhaust system? Our new Resonator Delete Pipe Kit offers a more engaging exhaust tone from a simple upgrade. You can maintain your Jetta’s OEM exhaust styling while hearing a heartier engine and exhaust sound every time you plant your right foot on the throttle.

The Tiguan MQB 2.0T Gen3 has plenty of potential even though it isn’t a ‘traditional’ enthusiast platform for tuning. We know all you Tiguan owners want to have the same kind of fun other MQB-platform owners do, so that’s why we’re happy to announce you can enjoy that lovely turbo sound and feel more engaging performance from your crossover with our brand-new Luft-Technik Intake System designed specifically for your Tiguan.

Brand new for your Gen3 MQB engine, our sleek and stylish gloss black engine cover helps create a more unified and cleaner look under the hood. Give your engine the love it deserves with this quick replacement for your original cover that will flow with your existing visual themes for a more complete presentation.

The ECS Tuning Billet Aluminum DQ250 DSG / S Tronic Oil Filter Housing is an attractive, durable upgrade, machined from a solid block of T6 6061 aluminum. Engineered in-house to OEM specifications, our design includes OEM features that are often left out on other aftermarket housings, such as radiant heat protection, internal spring steel oil filter retention feature and thread vent port. The ECS DSG Filter Housing accepts a factory oil filter to maintain simplicity and OEM fitment. You can forget about cracked housings or stripped heads with our durable upgrade housing.

The ECS Tuning Billet Aluminum DQ381 DSG / DQ500 S Tronic Oil Filter Housing is an attractive, durable upgrade, machined from a solid block of T6 6061 aluminum. Engineered in-house to OEM specifications, our design includes OEM features that are often left out on other aftermarket housings, such as radiant heat protection, internal spring steel oil filter retention feature and thread vent port. The ECS DSG Filter Housing accepts a factory oil filter to maintain simplicity and OEM fitment. You can forget about cracked housings or stripped heads with our durable upgrade housing.

The last thing you want to happen in your 1.8T or 2.7T powered Audi or Volkswagen is to have your upgraded coil pack find itself pulling off the spark plug and causing a misfire. The new 034Motorsport Coil Pack Hold-Down Brackets ensure your coil packs stay securely in place and cool under the most demanding conditions for perfect performance.

The primary concern for your drivetrain when making significant power additions to your vehicle is premature wear or failure of your clutch - your factory clutch was designed within tolerances that added power simply surpass. ECS tuning has developed an outstanding, perfectly-matched Flywheel and Clutch Kit that not only staves off premature clutch wear but reduces flywheel weight for improved acceleration and throttle response.

The primary concern for your drivetrain when making significant power additions to your vehicle is premature wear or failure of your clutch - your factory clutch was designed within tolerances that added power simply surpass. ECS tuning has developed an outstanding, perfectly-matched Flywheel and Clutch Kit that not only staves off premature clutch wear but reduces flywheel weight for improved acceleration and throttle response.

Give your Audi/VW the clutch it deserves with our ECS RA4 Clutch Conversion Kits! This kit uses a more competent clutch disc, a lightweight flywheel, and grants you the performance benefits of better responsiveness and smoother power transfer. Missing shifts is a pain in the gear. Clutch slips plague high horsepower cars. With our RA4 Conversion kit, your Audi/VW will have a clutch and flywheel capable of withstanding more power with better transfer of power and a smoother idle.

Brand new from our in-house VW design team is the popular MK6 GTI rear diffuser, the economical and durable Gloss Black version! Upgrade the styling of your MK6 with our perfectly fitting and incredibly striking aero upgrade to help give your GTI the look you’ve always dreamed of.

For the daily driver at stock height or the enthusiast with an aggressive suspension drop, our ECS Tuning Aluminum Street Shield adds peace of mind and protection against potholes, road debris and other predators looking to ruin your day. Protect the vitals on your Volkswagen B6 Passat or CC with our in-house engineered Aluminum Street Shield Skid Plate Kit.

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.

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.

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.

Upgrade your interior lighting situation with the new Ziza interior lighting kits for your Tiguan MQB. The soft LED glow from upgraded interior lights brings a modern luxury feel to your Tiguan for a more comfortable feel inside your Volkswagen.

The VR6-powered Atlas is the latest VW to feature the popular narrow-angle V6 that produces lovely noises when it’s de-restricted. Part of the formula for pulling peak performance from this compact powerhouse is with an upgraded intake, but who would be crazy enough to develop a performance solution for a grocery getter? Well, at ECS, we can’t even leave the family hauler alone, so we are pleased to present you with our new VW Atlas VR6 Luft-Technik Intake so you don’t have to give up being a tuner just because you have vacation plans with the in-laws.

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.