Cars are as much about safety as they are about looking good and driving well. Headlights and taillights often let another driver know that you’re there and what your intentions are, so they need to be functioning at their best at all times. Buying fresh bulbs at a local store can be expensive,...
Just like that, another year has passed, and the holidays have arrived. The deals are heating up as the weather cools, and we’re bringing you our best yet! This year, we have gifts for everyone, whether you're a long-time enthusiast, a brand-new collector, or a parent looking to save some cash...
The A6 has been Audi’s mid-range sedan for nearly three decades, and can trace its roots to a model born in the sixties. Its popularity has evolved with the times, but even in today’s sedan-strapped world, it remains a tech-forward, luxury-wrapped choice for many. Along the way to its current...
Cooking with any type of automotive or mechanical oil is guaranteed to cause some kind of ailment. Petroleum-based oils aren’t for people, unlike conventional plant and animal oils. But plant oils in machines? It was a shot in the dark back in the late 1800s, but one man discovered that adding...
With hundreds of people working under the FCP Euro banner, we all strive to support you in every way we can. For the most part, that means supplying you with the latest in high-quality European auto parts, but it also includes pooling our expert knowledge into informative and educational articles...
Browsing Facebook Marketplace for deals and projects I don’t need is a daily routine. Luckily, I’m not alone in this near-obsession with finding something I can fix and enjoy for much less than it’s actually worth. I always knew I’d find something; I’ve found plenty of cars worth buying, just...
Don’t fall behind on your end-of-year seasonal maintenance. Whether you like it or not, the days are getting shorter and colder. For your vehicle, that means different driving conditions than the last several months, and you’ll need to make sure it’s prepared. The cold affects rubber parts, the...
Electrical issues are the bane of many vehicle owners. Wiring is complex and sensitive, so seeking out the root cause of an issue is something that most dread. However, many electrical issues can simply be traced to a lack of available electrical power. While a dead or dying battery may be the...
Spark plugs are more than just something you need to replace every few oil changes. Their health directly influences performance and fuel economy, making them an integral part of the engine. Choosing the right one for your application can be a hassle with many different styles and performance...
The last thing you should want for your vehicles is less power and worse fuel economy, but that’s where neglected maintenance can get you. Servicing your vehicle is the best way to avoid that, and there are lots of areas that’ll need it. Oil changes and air filter replacements are some of those...