HWA and BEWITH announce bespoke audio partnership for HWA EVO at Monterey Car Week
Aug 14, 2026
● Exclusive collaboration provides custom audiophile-grade sound system solution for HWA EVO customers
● Japanese audio specialist BEWITH brings cutting-edge 'Super HiFi' technology and acoustic precision to limited-run HWA super saloon
● Strategic partnership unveiled during Monterey Car Week alongside Japanese partner BINGO Sports
Affalterbach, Germany, 14/08/26 – HWA AG (HWA), the German high-performance automotive engineering and motorsport specialist, has announced a strategic partnership with Japanese high-end automotive audio pioneer BEWITH ENTERPRISE JAPAN, LTD. during Monterey Car Week.
Announced in collaboration with HWA’s Japanese partner BINGO Sports, the alliance introduces an exclusive, bespoke audio solution for the HWA EVO, offering customers an additional level of vehicle personalisation and audiophile sound quality.
First unveiled in 2023 and limited to a production run of just 100 units, the HWA EVO is a faithful reinterpretation of the legendary Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evo II. Hand-built from the ground up by HWA’s expert technicians at its headquarters in Affalterbach, each example of the HWA EVO features unprecedented levels of bespoke craftsmanship and customisation.
In partnering with BEWITH, HWA is able to offer customers a premium automotive sound option on par with its industry leading standards, extending the company’s commitment to technology, quality and individuality into the acoustic realm.
Established in 2002, BEWITH is internationally recognised in the premium automotive audio market for its "Super HiFi" concept, designed to transcend traditional boundaries between car and home audio.
The bespoke sound system available for the HWA EVO integrates BEWITH’s proprietary developments, including Polar Pattern Control (PPC) loudspeaker technology, an "Eccentric Cone" drive-point design, and advanced Digital Signal Processing (DSP). Every installation will be individually tuned using BEWITH’s proprietary SIEG® vehicle acoustic measurement system to deliver exceptional sound reproduction tailored specifically to the HWA EVO’s interior.
Gordian von Schöning, Chief Technical Officer of HWA, said: "The HWA EVO is engineered without compromise, and every component must reflect our standards of precision and technical craftsmanship. With high-end audio an increasingly natural extension of vehicle personalisation, partnering with BEWITH allows us to offer our clients an acoustic experience that matches the extraordinary performance and individuality of the car itself."
Toshiharu Nakashima, Managing Director at BEWITH, said: "The HWA EVO represents the pinnacle of automotive engineering, and we are proud to complement its remarkable performance with our 'Super HiFi' sound technology. Through our bespoke acoustic engineering, HWA EVO clients will experience an uncompromising audio environment that perfectly mirrors the individuality and dynamic soul of the car."
The bespoke BEWITH sound system will be immediately available to HWA EVO clients as part of the vehicle's customisation options.
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About HWA EVO
The HWA EVO combines a successful history with the remarkable present and future of HWA AG. The reinterpretation of the legendary Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.5-16 Evo II is a tribute to this design and performance icon of the early nineties. Based on the Mercedes-Benz W201 series, HWA AG has created a state-of-the-art car that combines the spirit of the past with the technology of today and tomorrow.
About HWA
From motor racing to precision engineering: HWA is a 360° service provider with comprehensive technological, motorsport and road car expertise in a multi-project environment. Formed in 1998 by Hans Werner Aufrecht and based in Affalterbach (Germany), the independent company fields the most successful team in the DTM and is a sought-after partner when it comes to developing high-performance cars. As specialists in cutting-edge motor racing technology, together with the relevant development, support and logistics services, HWA is also responsible for many global automotive OEM and sustainability projects.
About BEWITH
Established in 2002 and headquartered in Japan, BEWITH ENTERPRISE JAPAN, LTD. is a leading manufacturer of high-end automotive audio components operating in the audiophile segment. Guided by its "Super HiFi" philosophy, the company develops innovative acoustic technologies—including Polar Pattern Control (PPC), Eccentric Cone loudspeaker designs, and proprietary DSP systems—to transcend traditional boundaries between car and home audio. Utilizing its SIEG® vehicle acoustic measurement system and authorised specialist installation network, BEWITH delivers uncompromising sound accuracy and seamless system integration for high-performance vehicles.