Are you driving down a beautiful road with your dream car – that stellar Porsche – when all of a sudden you start hearing unusual sounds? This scares any owner of a Porsche to the bone and what makes it worse is that it could be as a result of so many different component failures. […]
Have you ever thought about how a small working part, such as the thermostat, greatly determines the efficiency of your favorite Mercedes? The thermostat in your Mercedes plays the role of controlling the temperature of the engine. It works like a valve and ensures that coolant circulates through the engine when necessary. When you start […]
Every BMW owner always tries to find a good mechanic to work on their vehicle and restore the smooth driving they’ve always enjoyed. But how can one be certain that he or she has selected the most suitable mechanic? If you have ever asked yourself this question, you are among the many people who do […]
Do you own a Land Rover automobile and suspect troubles with the infotainment system during an off-road thrill or on a leisurely drive through the city? If your answer is yes, the next thing you may be asking yourself is, “How do I know if my vehicle’s infotainment system is failing?” Do not worry; this […]
Do random and unpleasant electrical issues crop up in your Audi out of the blue? Don’t panic. Many electrical problems Audi owners face affect sensors, batteries, and more, and can be solved easily when you understand the causes. As part of this article, you’ll get to know what might be giving your Audi electrical nightmares […]
In 2015, BMW released the replacement for its long-running 335i sports sedan, the 340i. The revised car continues to employ a turbo inline-six engine, albeit an all-new unit dubbed the B58. This new power plant delivers a boost in performance over the 335i, with even more power realized in the higher tier M340i. Like nearly […]
Both vitally important components in transmissions, the terms flywheel and flexplate are sometimes confused with each other. While both look alike and accomplish similar tasks, these components have some major differences that set them apart. What is a Flywheel? In a manual transmission vehicle, the flywheel is attached to the engine and driven directly from […]
The intermediate shaft (IMS) bearing is a hot topic among Porsche owners, and you’ve probably heard of the infamous failure occurring on various early 2000s models. It’s become one of the major worries of 996 911 owners, but is this concern warranted? In this article, we’ll cover what the IMS bearing is, its history of […]
When most hear the name Subaru, they picture rugged vehicles with a focus on practicality and safety; and in large part this is accurate. If you’ve ever watched a Subaru commercial, you know that this is the exact image the company tries to portray. There’s a different side to Subaru though, one with almost a […]
In the last few decades, turbochargers have developed from a purely performance-focused technology to one of the most popular and beneficial parts of modern vehicles from sports cars to grocery getters. A large part of this transformation came from the benefits of the twin-scroll turbocharger design, as it mitigated many of the drawbacks that manufacturers […]