The B8 A4 is a wonderful example of both luxury and performance but it isn’t perfect. As we mentioned in our last article about the common issues known to B8 A4 2.0T models, there are a few inherent flaws that need addressing for long-term reliability to be assured. As with any modern car, the crank [...]
The Audi B8 A4 is the S4’s less angry counterpart. If you want all the style but aren’t concerned with having the most powerful engine available for the chassis, the B8 A4 is an excellent choice. It has all the refinement you could want from an executive sedan and plenty of ‘get up and go’ [...]
If you want a stately sedan with plenty of power from the factory and massive potential for aftermarket improvements, the B8 or B8.5 S4 is perhaps one of the most well-rounded cars you can find. With its 3.0T supercharged V6, available manual transmission, four doors, sporty yet luxurious interior, and iconic Quattro AWD system, the [...]
Continuing the trend of normal content, it’s Thursday, which makes it the perfect day to do a throwback article. I’m more creative than just re-running an old article, so let’s take a look back at one of my favorite experiences since joining ECS in 2017. That would have to be the European Experience 2018 trip [...]
We decided to do something fun and offer our full-size images for your enjoyment. Have a B5 S4 in minty green with tons of camber for your first ECS Tuning Desktop and Phone backgrounds. Look for a new one every Wednesday here on the blog. Be sure to read up about the B5 S4 in [...]
Continuing from where we left off yesterday talking about our exciting new products, today we’re focused on our Audi lineup. Over the past few months, as uncertainty grew, we have still managed to push these new performance upgrades through to production so you don’t have to wait on your next project. We know staying busy [...]
With all this COVID-19 business keeping us stuck inside, I’m itching for something to do. Most people aren’t spending money for fear that the economic recession will leave them penny-pinching to get by. However, I think that’s an unfounded fear. Not only are we already about to see $1,200 bucks in our accounts soon, but [...]
Building the perfect version of your car is something of a never-ending journey. It takes creativity and motivation to find the next step when you’ve exhausted the basics. To do something truly unique, you have to step outside the box and take a risk. At ECS, we pride ourselves on that sort of innovation that [...]
Modern cars have come a long way. I know, every writer from ever automotive decade has said exactly those words. Mind-blowing tech and performance capabilities at the time lose their luster and eventually become a joke. Like claiming a 9-second 0-60mph as ‘sporty.’ Today, though, we are at the peak. Cars don’t need engine swaps [...]
A few articles back, we talked about the importance of visual upgrades and customizations that can make your car feel unique and satisfying. When you modify your car, it is a representation of yourself, your attitude, and your interests. It is an extension of your identity. Even if you didn’t make 100% of the parts [...]