Oil changes are an essential part of car ownership. The oil’s job is to keep everything inside the engine lubricated and happy. For the latest generation of Volkswagen EA888 engines, Volkswagen has...
The reason this 1962 Mercedes-Benz 220S is attracting the attention of many Mercedes enthusiasts and collectors is simply the owner’s obsession with detail. The Mercedes-Benz Heckflosse (Fintail) is based upon the W111 chassis from which models such as the 250, 280 and even 300 were manufactured....
The oil filter housing is a common spot for an oil leak on the BMW E46 chassis. Along with the housing, the VANOS line connected to it is also a common leak point. As you drive with these leaks, they'll only get worse. Both the housing and line are under high pressure from the oil system, so they...
2020 is finally coming to an end. If you're anything like me, the holidays are probably the last thing on your mind, and well, guess what—they're only two weeks out now. If you've not yet gotten anything for that car-obsessed special someone in your life, you're in luck as there's still time to...
The water pump’s job is solely to keep the engine cool. Without a functioning water pump, an engine will overheat. Caught in time, overheating an engine won’t do any damage, but left too hot for too long will eventually kill the engine. Engines with timing belts use the timing belt to drive the...
Connecticut-based e-commerce retailer FCP Euro continues its rise from mom-and-pop shop to industry leader with recent sales milestone. MILFORD, CT (December 9, 2020) — Today, Connecticut-based online auto parts retailer FCP Euro announced that they have surpassed $100 million in annual sales, a...
Changing the supercharger oil on your Audi's 3.0t engine isn't a necessity; Audi themselves say that the oil is for life. But tuners and owners alike have found no harm in changing the supercharger oil, especially with an engine running more boost. The oil change itself is easy to complete and...
The start/stop feature on Volvos of the last few years has contributed to lowering harmful greenhouse-gas emissions from the entire Volvo range. The only downside to this feature is the toll it has on the electrical system. To combat the extra strain the constant starting has on the battery,...
The five-cylinder engine used in the Volvo S60 has a spark plug and ignition coil for each cylinder. Failing plugs or coils will produce a weakened spark at best, resulting in poor ignition of the fuel/air mixture in the cylinder. Without the spark, the engine will make significantly less power...
Chances are your air-cooled Porsche 911 has less-than-optimal windshield washer and wiper functionality simply due to old age. Service both of these and improve your forward visibility in less than an hour. Improve the view out of your windshield by replacing your windshield washer nozzles and...