Karlyn Lighting - Exterior
About Karlyn Industries
Karlyn Industries Inc. is a family-owned automotive parts manufacturer and distributor headquartered in Southfields, New York, with a legacy stretching back to 1970. The company was founded by Hans Bierdumpfel, a German-born engineer who brought Old World precision to the American aftermarket. From its earliest days producing the first U.S.-made Volkswagen Beetle ball joints and tie rod ends, Karlyn has grown into one of the most respected names in ignition and steering and suspension parts for import and domestic vehicles.
A Heritage Built on Engineering Excellence
What sets Karlyn apart is its deep roots in German engineering. The brand maintains a partnership with Bremi Fahrzeug-Elektrik, a premier German ignition components manufacturer, making Karlyn the only authorized U.S. representative of Bremi parts. This exclusive relationship directly elevates the quality of Karlyn's ignition products, particularly its renowned Spark Plug Wire Sets, which are assembled in the USA using OE-grade German components. Karlyn is also recognized as an original equipment supplier to Audi/VW and BMW of North America — a testament to the exacting standards the brand holds itself to.
Karlyn's spark plug wire sets and individual spark plug wires cover a wide range of Asian, European, and domestic applications. Wire sets are engineered with silicone-over-silicone insulation for superior voltage protection, OE-type connectors, looms, and heat and abrasion shields — making them a favorite among technicians and DIY enthusiasts who work on European makes like BMW, Audi, Volvo, Porsche, and Saab.
Comprehensive Steering & Suspension Coverage
Beyond ignition, Karlyn has spent decades building out a robust lineup of steering and suspension components for import vehicles. The brand's Suspension Control Arms reflect the latest European engineering, covering vehicles from Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, Saab, Honda, and Hyundai/Kia. Every steering and suspension component is controlled and 100% inspected by Karlyn's in-house engineering staff before it reaches the market.
Karlyn's Steering Tie Rod Ends and Steering Tie Rod End Assemblies carry on the brand's founding tradition — precision front-end parts engineered to OE fit and function standards. Whether you're restoring proper steering feel to a European luxury sedan or replacing worn linkage on a daily driver, Karlyn delivers the quality and coverage enthusiasts depend on.
Why Choose Karlyn?
- Over 50 years of specialization in ignition and suspension parts for the automotive aftermarket
- Exclusive U.S. authorized representative of Bremi Fahrzeug-Elektrik ignition components
- OE supplier status with Audi/VW and BMW of North America
- 100% in-house inspection of all steering and suspension parts
- Broad coverage across European and Asian vehicle applications
- Backed by a limited 12-month / 12,000-mile warranty