Tires are one of the most important parts to prioritize. Staying safe + alive in a fast moving vehicle that carries a lot of mass is priority #1. Good tires in good condition that are appropriate...
An oil change is one of the first DIYs most getting into the game learn to do. There are a few DIY guides on how the oil service is done on the B6 Audi A4 with the 1.8T engine, each author providing their own tips and tricks. There were a few things I learned along the way that could be helpful...
When you are driving and lose power steering, and you see that alternator light appear, it's a serious gut check - a legitimate oh shit moment. You very quickly assess the situation and know you have limited options. If you are close to home, maybe you take a chance and drive the vehicle knowing...
Occasionally on my drives, I wondered if it would be good to have lighted window switches. You know, the times where its pitch black outside, but you need to wind down your window for the toll booth. Lucky for Volvo 940 owners like me, there’s a very simple and cheap upgrade. Step 1: Find...
Tires should be checked monthly to ensure they are in good condition to keep you safe and out of trouble. It’s the only thing between you and the road. Avoiding a crash altogether with good tires is often better than resorting to your vehicle’s ability to protect you during a crash. Air...
Common for the early Volvo S40s and Volvo V50s, the door handles can develop an intermittent power connection problem. Losing power hinders the ability to roll the windows up or down, it also prevents the driver from adjusting the side view mirrors. If you find that your window switches...
Cars have come a long way in the last 20 or so years. Things like OBD (On Board Diagnostics) make repairs easier to diagnose as most codes will point you in the direction of the problem immediately. There are exceptions to this of course as some problems are more complicated than others but for...
People often ask me what the best modifications are for the money. Nearly every bolt on will have benefits for adding horsepower, but the biggest bang for your buck is a performance software tune. The hefty price tag often intimidates people. Aside from a turbo upgrade, a software tune can...
The other day, I needed to pop the hood to refill my washer fluid. If you’ve ever driven in winter weather, you’ll know the importance of having your washer fluid topped up. Unfortunately, I neglected this important step before the first big snowfall of the season. I should have remembered that...
Are you getting a constant slow drip of coolant near the passenger firewall on a Saab 9-3? Is your water pump ~100k miles old? If the answer is yes to both then there’s a good chance your water pump needs to be replaced. Luckily FCP Euro has you covered with all the Saab parts you need. Here’s a...