All About 3rd-Party Extended Warranties So, you hear radio/TV commercials or dealer sales pitches on the merits of buying a “worry-free” Extended Warranty for your aging vehicle... You're considering an extended warranty for your car. You hear that you can take your...
Direct injection motors can provide a lot of advantages that many BMW owners look forward to when purchasing their vehicle. This particular motor type has become increasingly popular in the last few years in response to the efficiency and power that it offers. Direct...
Your engine oil is essential to how your BMW runs. According to HowStuffWorks, engine oil keeps the internal parts of your engine lubricated and cool, avoiding damage from friction and wear. Not sure if your Bimmer has an oil leak? There is a combination of symptoms...
Depending on the model of your Porsche, you may be more susceptible to an IMS bearing failing. But don’t let the fear of this possibility ruin the joy of owning a Porsche. By equipping yourself with the knowledge of IMS bearing failure and what symptoms to look out...
While it can seem innocent to procrastinate on taking your Audi in for routine maintenance, there are many reasons that you should set and keep scheduled services to keep your it in the best shape possible. Here are 10 important reasons that you should stay on top of...
Autoscope - A compelling independent auto shop alternative to the dealer. Over the years, much has been written and discussed in many forums about the pros and cons of independent (non-dealer) automotive repair facilities versus dealers. Traditionally, the independent...
Has your Low Coolant Light come on? Here is what the low coolant light means on your car and the (usual) suspects behind why your low coolant light is on. As you have probably already guessed, the most likely reason for your Low Coolant Light to be on is…because your...
An often misunderstood and unappreciated point when it comes to replacing the battery in modern, late-model BMW's is that the new battery has to be "registered" or matched to the onboard ECU for proper operation and battery longevity. You may be wondering why this is...
All About That Brake Warning Light Is there a brake warning light on in your car? It could mean a variety of different things and to know what it might be first depends on which brake warning light it is. When you first start your car, all your instrument lights...
Hydroplaning 101 If you want to understand what hydroplaning is, here is everything you need to know about this phenomenon so that you can take to the road safely, and confidently, no matter the weather conditions. Written by: Bradley Hayes Automotive Blogger &...
A common problem on turbocharged BMW models is the charge pipe on the intake side breaking. This will cause “drivetrain malfunction”, “service engine soon” or “check engine” warnings to be displayed. This fault is sometimes preceded by a large “pop!” noise, which is...
5 Myths of Dealership Service Just because they sold the car doesn't mean they are the best place to service it. Written by: Bradley Hayes Automotive Blogger & Director of Marketing, Autoscope European Car Repair There is a common misperception that the dealership...
Is there a difference between the check engine light and a service engine soon light? The check engine light and service engine soon light are often mistaken for one another and many are confused as to what they each mean. Though they seem similar, we'll explain just...
Time to replace motor mounts on your car? Worn engine mounts might be causing those vibrations. How do you know if your car needs new engine mounts? There are various methods of determining whether or not your engine mounts are in need of replacement, but here are 5...
What Happens During Your Texas State Vehicle Inspection? In the State of Texas, vehicles must pass an official state safety and emissions inspection every year in order to legally drive on state roads. The annual Texas state vehicle inspection helps to ensure that...
Foul/Musty Smell coming from the AC Vents? Learn all about why your car AC smells bad and what you can do about it. These days, especially here in Texas, air conditioning system in our car is not a luxury - it's a necessity. With temperatures outside reaching...
How long should it take to cool down a hot car interior? Hot car? Beat the heat by learning how to cool down a hot car interior faster. We’ve all been there: it’s been a long day. You're exhausted and ready to head home. You throw open our car door, and are met...
In this Autoscope Plano client testimonial video, long-time client Richard G. shares what keeps him coming back to Autoscope. Autoscope European Car Repair Plano client, Richard G., talks about his past frustrations with other auto repair shops and service centers,...
Memorial Day 2018 Happy Memorial Day 2018, everybody! A quick announcement following this special message to our customers... First and foremost, Happy Memorial Day Weekend! We know many of you will be taking advantage of the long weekend to enjoy the holiday by...
Clark Griswold, eat your heart out... Spotted at Autoscope: a brand new Panamera Sport Turismo! And it's the Turbo model, no less... Family Truckster it is not. Here's the latest from our IG (you should definitely follow us @AutoscopeDFW, by the way...). As the finest...
