Car and motorsports-obsessed writer/editor for FCP Euro's DIY Blog. Constantly dreaming of competing behind the wheel or searching for another project. Owner of a turbo Subaru Forester and a ratty Porsche 914, both of which are running.
An engine should always be brought to its normal operating temperature before being leaned on in anything more than easy driving. This is especially the case with high-performance engines, such as Mercedes-AMG's M156 6.2L V8. Built with tighter tolerances to endure abuse, they should only be...
A correctly working electrical system is critical for a properly functioning vehicle. The alternator plays a primary role in the electrical system by keeping the system charged as you drive along. Without a properly functioning alternator, your vehicle can lose power or leave you stranded...
As your BMW E90 approaches 80,000 miles, you may start to hear a clunking sound or feel some play in your steering. This can be caused by the wearing of the front suspension components, not uncommon to this generation of BMWs. From your inner tie rods to your control arm bushings, worn-out...
European cars of the eighties and nineties offered a lot more than anything stateside manufacturers could offer. While we fell into despair during the “malaise era” and the decades following that, the European engineers went crazy developing cars and technology for rally and endurance racing....