How to Prepare For a Long Road Trip

Got ten minutes? What about an illuminated ABS light? If so, that's all it usually takes to replace an ABS sensor on most European vehicles. Not only can this adversely impact braking performance and safety in subpar conditions, but it's an annoyance that is easily remedied with basic tools and...

PEX, an industry and world leader in the production of Electronic Brake Wear Sensors, is incredibly proud to announce the launch of its bold new website. The new site has been completely redesigned from the ground up to not only reflect the organization's rigid attention to detail, but also the...

The differential is one of the more overlooked service items on a BMW. Most cars will go their entire lives without having their differential fluid changed. Let's face it - many only focus on what is under the hood, not buried in the rear of the vehicle. Changing the fluid in the differential...

We learn some hard lessons in the DIY world. Computers, cars, houses; they all have hidden pitfalls that if ignored can cost you big time. For too long my most overlooked DIY habit was torquing fasteners. Wheels bolts, brakes, strut towers, engine mounts. If it's mechanical and on a Volvo, you...

Sometime in 2013, Volvo introduced a new center cap for their alloy wheels. There haven't been many styles released since 1993, so for those who manage a collection of OE Volvo wheels for their ride - this is big. I have always enjoyed the interchangeability of Volvo's center caps, as they allow...

Many people who own P80 70-series Volvos know that there are many desirable parts between the models which are a direct swap onto any of the cars. Back when I was looking for a new daily driver, I test drove a 2000 V70R for the first time (why I didn't buy it is another, regretful story). I...

When your car just won't start, you're not usually in a dire situation. You can call a tow truck and get yourself a jump. Even better, some good Samaritans will see you with your hood lifted up and offer the use of their car and jumper cables. If it happens that your car dies on you while you're...

Maintaining a European car often involves shopping for parts that meet or exceed OE quality, but aren't. This is almost always in the interest of cost-savings. Depending on the part, Original Equipment (OE) parts can sometimes be exorbitantly priced when similar OEM alternatives do the same job...

The parking brake is often used in manual transmission cars as well as automatic transmission cars especially during DIY servicing. This system can fail over time or fall out of adjustment. When this happens the system begins to lose braking or stopping ability thus the car will begin to roll...