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When adding more horsepower to your vehicle, it is imperative that you have a way to slow that power down and bring your vehicle to a stop. One way to do that is to upgrade to larger brake rotors. Aftermarket big brake kits can put a damper on your budget and offer questionable quality. Upgrade your stopping with a big brake kit from ECS Tuning. The ECS Big Brake Kit provides big improvements in braking power with a specially packaged kit containing quality brake components from the best names in the business.

We always strive to produce excellent visual upgrades to tastefully improve the look of your VW. For your MK6 Jetta, the ECS GLI Front Lip Spoiler and GLI-Look Side Skirts provide an aggressive style and bring the car closer to the ground for an even more race-inspired look. These accents are available in both carbon fiber and black finishes so you can achieve the perfect look for your Jetta. Give your MK6 Jetta the beauty modifications it deserves with these new pieces from the trusted name in European performance tuning!

It's time to take the guesswork out of car repairs, our powerful scan tools help create a map to the issue at hand. Schwaben by Foxwell has an assortment of brand specific tools that all have the ability to read both brand specific trouble codes and general OBD for all other OBDII vehicles. The next step up is our tablet, this isn't only for shops at this price, it's perfect for the multi-brand owner or side mechanic. Our scan tools give you the power to know what's going on before going to the shop or DIY.

APR strives to engineer and produce the highest quality parts and software when it comes to tuning your performance car. They aim to give customers the best driving experience and provide quality support for all their products. Whether you are wrapping up a build with the perfect bow on the package, or just starting to modify your VW, APR parts will help maximize your ideal driving experience.

Introducing the new ECS Silicone Throttle Body Inlet Hose that was designed and engineered in house with a high quality 4-ply construction to provide a strong but flexible structure and secure fit. A smooth interior provides unimpeded airflow, while the smooth, unassuming exterior adds an appearance upgrade to any engine bay. *R32 Vehicle Note: Requires removal of noise pipe - See delete kit ES2580252

Front lips and rear spoilers are great ways to make your car look more attractive and gives it an aggressive appearance. The ECS Carbon Fiber Front Lip Spoiler and Carbon Fiber Rear Spoiler for your VW MK7 are your chances to give the nose and tail a bit more appeal. Our spoilers fit easily, follow the factory contour lines, and add a bit of carbon fiber to brighten your car up.

Paddle shifters in your make for incredibly fast gear changes and an engaging driving experience, but require you keep your hands in place to use. With our Aluminum Paddle Shifters, you can reach your paddle shifters from a wider range of positions on the wheel, which can improve your driving feel. These shifters are available in black, red, blue, carbon fiber and clear anodized finish for the perfect functional and stylish interior upgrade in your VW.

Make sure your plugs are firing at voltage levels that ensure optimal combustion and peak performance. If your old coils are tired and unable to do the job, an ignition service kit from ECS Tuning will put some zap in the gap when you need it most.

Their mainstay of DINAN's famous tuning package is the DinanTronics Sport Performance Tuner for your Audi or VW Gen 3 1.8T/2.0T. Power gains up to 25HP and 35Lb/ft of torque mean you will instantly feel the advantages of a more efficient and powerful engine map without opening the hood of your car. Whether you are taking your first steps to building your car or finishing off a project with software tuning, DinanTronics is the trusted choice.

While the Audi and VW factory Oil Filter Housings serve their function, they don’t exactly scream durability or style. For most, the oil filter housing is completely invisible through the lens of modification. The ECS Billet Aluminum Oil Filter Housing, is ready to take that forgotten part of your engine bay and bring it a unique look as well as added durability for an attractive and long-lived improvement!

Alzor Wheels are made specifically for your VW to bolt right up, look incredible, and set your car apart from the rest. With unique, individual, striking designs as well as some timeless classics make up the catalogue of choices you have to truly differentiate the European performance car in your life. A wide range of sizes, fitments, and color options mean you can have everything exactly right to take your VW fitment to the standards you always wanted.

The easiest, most transformative modification for your VW is a set of new, perfectly selected wheels. Alzor wheels offer an array of 5x100 bolt pattern wheels for your VW available in various colors, finishes, and spoke designs. The entire line of Alzor alloy wheels are inspected and go through rigorous quality control and durability testing.

One of the most popular initial modifications made by enthusiasts is fitting a less restrictive and more effective intake system to their car. For your MK5, the best places to start are the ECS Kohlefaser and Luft-Technik Induction Systems. Designed and engineered in-house for impeccable fitment, quality, and aesthetic appeal, these intakes are more than just an extra 11 HP; they are a stylish addition to both the driving experience and the visual appearance of your engine bay. Making your MK5 more fun and more powerful is easier than you think with the ECS Induction Systems.

Transform your hatch with our wood trunk as your template! Keep it simple and clean, or a foundation for your wild creation. From integrated air ride set ups to ground shaking sound systems, this is your canvas. Designed using 3D modeling probes, then CNC cut for perfect fitment; we have eliminated the guesswork and troubles of this DIY project by doing it for you. Are tools needed? Nope. Our wood floor is complete and ready for install! Simply open your hatch, flip the rear seats down and our wood floor easily installs over the existing carpet in seconds.

All too often OEM components sacrifice performance in an effort to appeal to a wide variety of customers. In the case of the factory turbocharger, a turbo muffler is positioned at the compressor outlet and is designed to reduce engine bay acoustics. With our Turbo Muffler Delete Pipe Kit, the factory turbo muffler is removed and replaced with our straight-through delete pipe. This increases flow and turbocharger acoustics by creating a smooth transition between the turbo outlet and intercooler pipe inlet. CNC machined from 6061-T6 aluminum for smooth flow and lasting durability.

Installing LED tail lights used to require that you splice into your tail light wiring harness or lack preferred functionality. ECS has developed a wiring harness that eliminates this frustration and facilitates full function. Producing less heat and using less power makes LED lighting an efficient and stylish upgrade. Combine our harness kit with your favorite LED taillights for all the right parts! Designed and manufactured in the U.S.A. using Genuine parts you can be confident in hassle-free installation and functionality. Harness Full Functionality.

For the serious VW or Audi enthusiast, it is a bonding experience and badge of honor to perform our own services at home. The discerning DIY-er always has the right tools for the job, big or small. The Schwaben TSI Crankshaft Pulley Removal Tool is exactly what you need to properly service timing chains or perform any serious internal work. Don't do it the backyard way, make the job professional with Schwaben tools from ECS!

The VW MK7 may be brand new, but we are already working on improving upon VW’s design. Our Polyurethane Dogbone Mount Bushing Insert & Subframe Bushing Insert Kit help decrease the slop in your drivetrain by reducing deflection for a more responsive driving experience. The polyurethane inserts are able to reduce that driveline deflection while maintaining a comfortable ride with minimum NVH for casual driving and spirited trips alike.

The ECS Tuning Adjustable Sway Bar End Links provide up to 50mm (1.97") of adjustment ranging from stock height all the way down to slammed air ride setups, allowing you to eliminate sway bar preload or to fine tune sway bar preload for specific racing types and corner balancing. With our ECS Sway Bar End Links installed there is greater clearance between drivetrain components and improved sway bar reaction time by minimizing deflection within our heavy duty end links.

Suspension components are one of the most overlooked areas of maintenance on a vehicle. With all the work that your suspension does, it is critical to keep each component functioning well for a compliant and safe ride. Eventually, all of the stock components will deteriorate, and leave you with a less than desirable driving experience. No matter how old your car is, it's easy to restore steering feel, suspension feel, and a great ride. Three levels of Suspension Refresh Kits have been assembled by ECS to address the specific needs of your VW.

The Volkswagen 2.0T powerplant has received numerous awards for its exceptional blend of efficiency and power, adding to the great German tradition of engineering mastery. ECS Tuning decided that this engine deserves an under-hood appearance that speaks to its technical accomplishments. Made from hand-laid carbon fiber with pre-impregnated cloth and epoxy resin, and finished in a gloss clearcoat for UV-protection, the ECS Carbon Fiber Engine Cover is a study in engineering precision. Also, the unique engine cover mounting grommets are conveniently pre-installed for you.

Quickly and effectively transform the front end of your MK7 GTI in minutes with an ECS Front Lip! Made from authentic, hand laid carbon fiber material, epoxy resin and then finished in a durable gloss clear coat for UV-protection and extra durability. These spoilers look as good up close as they do from a far. Convenient, pre-molded mounting holes allow you to secure the spoiler to the body using our included high quality self tapping screws and 3M tape. Simply drill through the pre-molded mounting holes and secure with the included self tapping screws.

Bring your VW closer to the ground with the ECS Street Coilover Systems. Eliminating wheel gap with springs is fine, but when you want something with more height adjustability, sport-tuned dampers, and specifically rated springs for a more responsive driving experience, these coilovers are exactly right for you. If you have added a Front Big Brake Kit but are still left with OEM solid-disc rear brakes, your car's braking performance is leaving more on the table. Our 320x10mm Rear Big Brake Kit is designed to restore braking bias and chassis balance when used with larger front BBK's

If you've been putting off required maintenance on your car you surely shouldn't wait much longer. A little preventative maintenance can keep your VW from ending up roadside. At ECS Tuning we've assembled multiple kits of all the major services to help you avoid troublesome hang-ups and costly repairs. Most kits include additional components that should be replaced at same time of service to avoid doing the same repair twice.

If you've been putting off required maintenance on your car you surely shouldn't wait much longer. A little preventative maintenance can keep your VW from ending up roadside. At ECS Tuning we've assembled multiple kits of all the major services to help you avoid troublesome hang-ups and costly repairs. Most kits include additional components that should be replaced at same time of service to avoid doing the same repair twice.

If you've been putting off required maintenance on your car you surely shouldn't wait much longer. A little preventative maintenance can keep your VW from ending up roadside. At ECS Tuning we've assembled multiple kits of all the major services to help you avoid troublesome hang-ups and costly repairs. Most kits include additional components that should be replaced at same time of service to avoid doing the same repair twice.

If you've been putting off required maintenance on your car you surely shouldn't wait much longer. A little preventative maintenance can keep your VW from ending up roadside. At ECS Tuning we've assembled multiple kits of all the major services to help you avoid troublesome hang-ups and costly repairs. Most kits include additional components that should be replaced at same time of service to avoid doing the same repair twice.

If you've been putting off required maintenance on your car you surely shouldn't wait much longer. Spring is quickly approaching and there is only a short window left to get your VW back in its prime! At ECS Tuning we've assembled multiple kits of all the major services to help you avoid troublesome hang-ups and costly repairs. Most kits include additional components that should be replaced at same time of service to avoid doing the same repair twice.

If you've been putting off required maintenance on your car you surely shouldn't wait much longer. Spring is quickly approaching and there is only a short window left to get your VW back in its prime! At ECS Tuning we've assembled multiple kits of all the major services to help you avoid troublesome hang-ups and costly repairs. Most kits include additional components that should be replaced at same time of service to avoid doing the same repair twice.

For over 35 years, Escort has been a leader in high-performance radar and laser detectors. Offering advanced features of convenience such as GPS, Bluetooth, and cell phone integration, as well as clever performance features like all-band ultimate radar/laser protection, 'instant on', and laser shifters, Escort radar detectors are the pinnacle of protection for the automotive enthusiast. ECS Tuning is proud to be your authorized dealer of Escort products, the most intelligent solution for discerning drivers.