No matter what position of your vehicle they are, the condition of your brakes is incredibly important. Without them, you’re a liability to yourself and everyone around you. On all cars, including...
The condition of the rubber windshield seals on your vehicle directly correlates to how dry the interior of your vehicle is. The BMW E90 has notoriously bad windshield seals that crack and flake off over time. Once they flake off, they allow moisture to get between the chassis and windshield, and...
At FCP Euro, motorsports is an integral part of our brand, culture, and growth. The two Volkswagen GTI TCRs that we purchased back in early 2018 represent the start of our efforts in professional motorsports, have become synonymous with our company and the brand itself, and are currently up for...
Volkswagen, from its very beginning, has been known for providing surprising performance in an affordable package. VWs are distinctive, fun to drive, and somehow always manage to punch above their weight, often besting more expensive, fancy, or more 'premium' brands. From the earliest Beetles to...
This is the final part of our 3 part BMW E46 M3 rear subframe overhaul DIY. Part one of the DIY covered the entire removal/teardown process, part two covered installation of the new components, and part three covers the re-installation process once the bushings and mounts are replaced. BMW E46 M3...
This is part two of three of the BMW E46 M3 rear subframe overhaul DIY. Part one of the DIY covered the entire removal/teardown process, setting up part two for the next steps of replacing the various suspension components. Part three covers the re-installation process once the bushings and...
The rear subframe, in any car, is a significant component. The subframe acts as a mounting point for all of the rear suspension components and the rear differential. Its made to withstand all of the drivetrain's twisting forces while carrying the load from the suspension components. The subframes...
One of the best parts about working at FCP Euro is being surrounded by so many other passionate car enthusiasts. From the people who produce, edit, and post videos and content online, secure parts from suppliers, add them to the catalog, stock the warehouse, pick and ship orders, handle questions...
Modern technology makes life easier, in a sense. We advance as we look at the best of what we have and improve it in all areas we can—cars are no different. When the ZF 8HP transmission debuted in 2009, it became the go-to automatic transmission to use. Automakers from Alfa Romeo to BMW,...
The BMW E39 has an electronic wheel speed sensor located at each hub. In the simplest terms, the car uses these sensors to count the number of rotations made by each wheel. It monitors each one to recognize if one or multiple of the wheels are slipping or are locked up. This is how the car’s...
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