Latest guide
Audi A4 and A5 B8 or B9: which steering wheel for your generation?
B8 or B9: two generations of A4 and A5, and a B9 that shares two steering wheel families. Here is how to identify yours before you build.
Guidescustom steering wheels
Everything to know before changing your car steering wheel: feasibility, materials, compatibility, price and lead times.
Materials
All-black steering wheel: how do you create contrast?
An all-black steering wheel can still feel alive. Textures, finishes and details: how to create visual interest without leaving...
Changing your steering wheel
Buying a steering wheel online: what to check before you order
Compatibility, airbag, buttons, lead time, fitting, warranty: the seven checks to make before ordering your steering wheel online.
Compatibility
Audi A3 8P, 8V or 8Y: which steering wheel for your generation?
Three generations of A3, three steering wheel families, and an 8V that shares two. Here is how to identify yours before you build.
Materials
How do you care for an Alcantara steering wheel?
Soft brush, barely damp cloth, products to avoid: the simple steps that keep an Alcantara steering wheel velvety, drive after d...
Changing your steering wheel
Custom steering wheel or steering wheel cover: which should you choose?
A cover covers the rim, a custom steering wheel replaces it. Here is what sets them apart and how to choose for your project.
Compatibility
Audi R8 Type 42 or 4S: which steering wheel for your generation?
Two generations of R8, two steering wheel families. Here is how to identify yours before you build your custom Audi steering wh...
Materials
Leather or Alcantara airbag cover: which material should you choose?
The airbag cover sits at the centre of the steering wheel. Nappa leather or Alcantara, colour, stitching, logo: how to match it...
Changing your steering wheel
Refitting your original steering wheel before selling your car
When you sell, the choice stays yours: sell with your new steering wheel or refit the original one. Here is how to prepare the ...
Compatibility
Audi RS6 C7 or C8: which steering wheel for your generation?
The RS6 C7 and the RS6 C8 use two distinct steering wheel families. Here is how to identify yours before you configure.
The guide
Custom steering wheels: the guide to choosing yours
A custom steering wheel is built to order for the exact generation of your car, with the materials and finishes you choose. This guide brings together what to know before you order: materials, compatibility, price, lead time, installation and regulations. Each part links to our detailed guides.
What is a custom steering wheel?
It is a new steering wheel, built to order for your model, that replaces the original. You choose the material for each zone, the rim shape, the stitching and the 12 o'clock marker. Your steering wheel controls still work and you keep your original airbag. You also keep your original steering wheel, so you can refit it when you sell the car.
To see whether the project suits your car, start with our guide to changing your car's steering wheel.
Which material should you choose?
Smooth and perforated leather suit everyday driving, Alcantara wins people over with its feel, and carbon, woven or forged, mainly changes the look of the visible zones. You can combine several materials on one steering wheel.
Compare them in our guides to choosing your steering wheel material, Alcantara or leather, smooth or perforated leather and woven or forged carbon.
Will the steering wheel fit my car?
Compatibility is checked per generation: the generation code and the VIN identify the right steering wheel. Also mention the features of your current steering wheel, such as shift paddles, heating or hands-on detection, and any facelift. Before production, we manually check every build.
Everything is covered in our guides to steering wheel compatibility, finding your generation code, VIN and compatibility, heated steering wheels, hands-on detection and facelift compatibility.
How much does a custom steering wheel cost?
Our base prices start at 529 €, depending on the model. The final price depends on the materials and options you choose in the 3D configurator.
Full details are in our custom steering wheel price guide, and for each brand: Audi, BMW, Mercedes and Volkswagen.
How long does it take?
Allow about 4 weeks for production in leather or Alcantara, and 4 to 6 weeks in carbon. Your steering wheel is then inspected and shipped, with free delivery across Europe. Your car stays with you throughout production.
More details in our guide to custom steering wheel lead times.
How do you install it?
You fit it yourself in 30 to 45 minutes, with basic tools and the tutorial for your model, included with every order. In Belgium, Apex Studio can also come and fit it at your home for €150.
Everything is on our installation page, and our guide to airbag and steering wheel replacement explains what you need to know about the airbag.
Is it allowed?
Our guides cover the regulations and vehicle inspections: is changing your steering wheel legal? and steering wheels and vehicle inspection.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to receive a custom steering wheel?
About 4 weeks of production for leather and Alcantara, 4 to 6 weeks for carbon. Your steering wheel is then inspected and shipped, with free delivery across Europe.
Do I keep my original airbag?
Yes. You keep your car's original airbag. As an option, we supply just the airbag's cosmetic cover, which fits in a few minutes without special tools.
Do the original buttons and functions still work?
Yes: audio, phone and cruise control work as on the stock steering wheel. You transfer your original buttons to the new steering wheel, or order new OEM buttons, which ship with your steering wheel.
How do I know if a steering wheel fits my car?
Your car's generation code and VIN identify the right steering wheel. Our guide to finding your car's generation code shows you where to look.
If in doubt, send us your VIN on WhatsApp: we check compatibility before production.
How much does a custom steering wheel cost?
Our base prices start at 529 €, depending on the model. The final price depends on the materials and options you choose in the 3D configurator.