Audi and VW Shift Knobs

Volkswagen might call them stick shifts. Audi might call them gear knobs. Whatever you call the shift knob in your car or SUV, what it does is more important. Believe it or not, it's not always obvious. Sure, shift knobs are basically transmission parts, and yes, they offer a better grip than fumbling with a bare gear lever. However, they make all the difference between shifting into the right gear the first time, and not. They ensure that happens by displaying the proper shifting direction for every gear. The process: grab, press your clutch if you drive manual, and pull the right way. It's that easy. What shift knobs are made of, though, their shapes and sizes, even their weights -- that's a little more complicated, mainly because many look the same. VW and Audi make them out of everything from basic plastic to durable metal and the ultimate in strength, carbon fiber, and some come wrapped in vinyl or leather.

When Do You Replace a Shift Knob?

Most often, when the one you have wears out, you should change it. Of course, you can do it if you just want a change of style, too. Your best choice for either project is genuine OEM. That's because shift knobs made by Audi or Volkswagen will fit your car or SUV specifically, right off the line. Our parts store has plenty to choose from, and you can order online. Buy today and we'll ship post haste.