Engine accessory belts are a great example of “if it isn’t broken, don’t fix it.” With just a few hundred millimeters of rubber-coated cord, engineers can drive a handful of accessories that provide any vehicle with several of its most necessary functions. Its cost-to-effectiveness ratio might be...

If you open up your hood and look around, there’s a strong chance you’ll find a popular oil company's logo; sometimes it's Shell, other times Mobil 1, and in at least one case, Castrol. Each of them pushes their respective lubrication products as the best choice for your engine, but are you...

BMW's N55 engine was the Bavarian’s powerhouse of the 2010s and has since become a tuner’s delight. The all-aluminum engine featuring a forged rotating assembly, direct fuel injection, and a twin-scroll turbocharger was a big deal for the company, hardly removed from producing the screaming,...

We have always taken your feedback to build a better FCP Euro.So, when you asked for more parts coverage and expert support, we took it as a challenge and set out to make it happen. This expansion was not just about adding more parts to the site. It was about building the right processes, teams,...

European car ownership is more than just looking and feeling good while driving down the road. Proper maintenance goes a long way toward extending the life and condition of any vehicle, and it’ll save you those precious dollars as the car ages. But that’s not the only way to save money....

A suspension or steering wheel shake, vibration, or shimmy can make for an undesirable and frankly annoying driving experience. Without a fix, the issue will worsen, and you’ll dread getting on the highway for any length of time - we've all been there! It can certainly be frightening, but it...

Audi’s A4 has carried millions worldwide to school, the shops, the slopes, and everywhere in between. The C-class and 3-series competitor has always been a somewhat sporty and luxurious option typically equipped with a legendary all-wheel-drive system that’s driven much success on the showroom...

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,...

Cars aren’t getting less expensive. Price reductions are rare in the industry, and the recent political climate hasn’t made that any easier. That said, there is still a variety of affordable European offerings with some fun and luxurious equipment. If you’re keeping a tight budget this year and...

Choosing an engine oil for any car can be challenging if you don’t know what to look for. Most manufacturers have specialized oil specifications determining which formulas are best for a given engine. BMW has over six different variations, and like the others, finding the right oil type can be a...