People always ask me what makes an Audi feel like an Audi. There is definitely something different about an Audi's handling characteristics, but it's too subtle to notice from inside the cabin. The...
Volvos are known for their post-apocalyptic reliability. Ask any 240 owner. But, reliability doesn't mean that they don't age and start to fail, becoming less efficient over time. As with most cars that are above 150,000 miles and beyond, they start to consume higher-than-acceptable amounts of...
Many of you may not know about the German company Wulf Gaertner. In the 1950’s the company started out as a small exporting and trading firm for original equipment spare parts to South America. The company through the 1960’s and 1970’s continued to grow its reputation and spread into an...
Rust is a dirty word. I've had my share of rusty automobiles, and have come to learn that it isn't necessarily a death sentence for your car. Living with a rusty car can be a pain at times, but if you are comfortable with your own repair abilities, or at least willing to know when enough is...
When discussing which modifications to start with when working with a blank slate, aftermarket sway bars are often near the top of the list for the simple fact that a nicely tuned suspension will transform how a car drives immensely. Often times the actual purpose of these parts can be lost on...
Squeaky or worn belts, bearing noise, or both can indicate a failure in a BMW's serpentine belt system. We're back again with Gareth Foley to walk you through a replacement of all the accessory drive belt components including belts, tensioners and idler on a 2000 BMW 528i. Subscribe to us on...
There has been a lot of talk over the past few years in the performance automotive circles about this curious new fuel that is slowly cropping up around the country. You may have seen it yourself - the bright yellow pump handles, large E85 banners promoting it's "green" and "renewable"...
Angel Eyes, or halo light rings around the headlights were a very popular upgrade for many BMW enthusiasts 5-6 years ago. I’ve not actually heard much talk of them in recent years but I thought it may be worth a post about them as they are definitely one of the more tasteful mods that can be done...
Since the 70s, emissions have been a major factor in the development of new automotive technology. It started with catalytic converters, then EVAP systems, and then OBD-II, which electronically monitors all emissions systems. Some emissions systems are just designed to curb harmful pollutants,...
Track driving is one of the most thrilling experiences for an automotive enthusiast, regardless of the vehicle. Having the opportunity to not only spend a weekend driving at Barber Motorsports Park, but do it in a field of new Porsches took that to an entirely new level. Day 1 Day 1 started...