Coolerworx

Coolerworx, manufacturer of precision short shifters

Coolerworx is a company specialising in the design and manufacture of short shifters (short-throw gear levers) for cars. According to its presentation, it produces these components entirely in its own facilities, has fifteen years of experience and operates an R&D department focused on precision and innovation. The company targets driving enthusiasts and owners looking to improve the shift feel in standard vehicles or track-prepared cars.

Catalogue by make and model

Coolerworx's catalogue organises its short shifters by manufacturer and by specific generation or chassis. The range covers a broad spectrum of European and Asian brands, with specific references for each application. Among the brands for which it offers solutions are Audi, BMW, Fiat, Ford, Hyundai, Infiniti, Mazda, Mini, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Renault, Seat, Skoda, Toyota and Volkswagen.

The selection by model includes, among others, the Audi 80, A3, A4, RS2, S1, S2 and TT; the BMW 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 Series, M3, M4, M5, Z3 and Z4; the Fiat 500 Abarth; the Ford Fiesta and Focus RS/ST; the Hyundai Genesis, i30N and Veloster N; the Infiniti G35 and G37; the Mazda MX-5 in its NA, NB, NC and ND generations; the Mini F and R Series range; the Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution; the Nissan 350Z, 370Z and 400Z; the Renault Megane RS and Clio RS; the Seat Altea, Ibiza, Leon and Toledo; the Skoda Fabia, Octavia, Roomster and Yeti; the Toyota Celica, Corolla GR, Glanza, Starlet and Yaris GR; and the Volkswagen Bora, Beetle, Caddy, Corrado, Golf, Jetta, Lupo, Passat, Polo, Scirocco, Tiguan and Touran.

NSB Series and other featured products

The company has introduced the NSB (Never Seen Before) series, which identifies its levers conceived as world firsts or completely redesigned compared to what is available on the market. According to the information published, each NSB shifter is installed without the need to cut the vehicle's interior. The featured catalogue shows, among others, the Coolerworx NSB Short Shifter for Fiat 500 Abarth, the NSB for Audi A4 B6, the Naked NSB for Renault Clio RS III and the Carbon Pro for Toyota Corolla GR and Toyota Yaris GR Gen 1.

Manufacturing and validation

Coolerworx short shifters are CNC-machined and hand-assembled in Lithuania. The company states that its models have been tested by racing drivers in various racing disciplines internationally. Development is carried out for specific OEM applications, with the aim of offering a precise fit in each vehicle.

Product approach

The product seeks a shorter shift throw, more direct engagement and a crisp mechanical feel, in order to improve driver control. The company presents its levers as an upgrade applicable to daily-use cars without major modifications, as well as to clubsport-style builds and track vehicles.