Because we work where we do, we're often asked by friends, family, and newcomers to German cars (and European), "What's the most reliable used car for me to buy?" As enthusiasts, we tend to have...
Walking out to your car on a wintery morning only to find that the battery is dead can be classified as a nightmare. To make matters worse, the car dies from a lack of electrical power on the way to work. Something in the charging system has gone kaput, and you're left stranded in the cold. Most...
Eighteenth-Century English Poet William Blake once wrote that the road of excess leads to the palace of wisdom. If this is truly the case, enthusiasts like Brian Marks must surely be wise beyond their years. He has a history of taking things to the extreme in his quest for the ultimate BMW, and...
If you have a severe allergy to pollen, the best thing you can do for yourself is to change the cabin air filter. Over time, the filters become dirty from catching all sorts of debris. Excess debris will cause a bad smell when using the A/C or heat and harm the blower motor. If you're curious how...
It should come as no surprise that paying to service a luxury vehicle like a Mercedes-Benz is going to cost more than your average Toyota Camry. But when it comes to an oil change, the cost difference can be disproportionately high for such a basic service. Follow along as we break down how...
For the 7th Time, FCP Euro appears on the Inc. 5000, Ranking No. 2239 With Three-Year Revenue Growth of 187%. NEW YORK, August 21, 2020 – Inc. Magazine revealed that FCP Euro is No. 2239 on its annual Inc. 5000 list, the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s fastest-growing private...
Keeping track of the age and condition of your oil is an essential part of being a car owner. The oil’s job is to keep everything inside the engine lubricated and happy. As the oil is used, its lubricating properties fade, leading to increased wear on the engine components. The new synthetic oils...
No matter at the front or rear, the condition of your brakes is incredibly important, especially on your large, heavy Volvo XC70. On all cars, the brakes will be larger at the front to prevent the rear of the car slowing quicker than the front, causing you to lose control. The reduced force...
The Mk7 VW GTI has proven to be a fun and capable car, versatile in its design and functionality, to be perfect for all kinds of drivers. With the right care, they can last for many years and many thousands of miles, but with cars coming out of warranty, these basic repairs and services will now...
Just like the oil in your engine, the fluid in the Haldex all-wheel drive (AWD) system is critical in keeping the components lubricated. Volvo doesn’t specify any maintenance on the Haldex system but higher mileage cars will benefit from a fluid change. Higher mileage Volvos can also suffer from...