Is all of the advice over changing your Land Rover’s oil on asset schedule real? That is, is it important to change your oil exactly when your manual says, or will your Land Rover be just fine if you push the deadline a little bit? The truth is, while you can delay an...
Whether it’s a Porsche or a Landrover, when your European auto has high oil pressure you should act quickly to get to the bottom of the issue. High oil pressure can be the result of another problem with your vehicle, from a blockage to a dirty filter. If left...
Head gasket problems are common in some Audis. If your Audi’s head gasket is leaking, then you should get it looked at right away. A blown head gasket is a very expensive repair, so it’s much better to fix your head gasket before the problem gets worse. Certain Audis...
We know that it can be hard to schedule your vehicle maintenance. When life is busy, getting a check-up for your car can seem like something you can delay without much consequence. However, avoiding your mechanic’s shop for the little things can end up costing you a...
A manual vehicle gives you a unique driving experience, more control and (many people feel) more joy when you’re behind the wheel. However, manual transmission vehicles can also develop their own unique issues. If you own a vehicle with a manual transmission, it makes...
Keeping your BMW’s transmission in good working order is important to keep your vehicle operating at peak performance. Hard breaking, tough turns, and bad weather conditions will all slowly affect your BMW’s transmission. Eventually, it will need service in order to...
Is your BMW equipped with an engine gas recirculation (EGR) valve? These valves are useful additions to vehicles to help reduce our greenhouse gas emissions, specifically nitrogen emissions. They also help to cool part of the engine. However, many BMW owners find that...
Your engine oil is supposed to lubricate all of the hard-working parts of your Land Rover’s engine. However, it will have a significantly harder time doing that if it has metal shavings in it. If you’ve found metal shavings while changing your own oil, or you’ve been...
Motor oil can create sludge faster than you expect. You skip an oil change and before you know it, your Mercedes has some unusual symptoms that might be stemming from oil sludge. Unusual clicking, low oil pressure, and dropping fuel economy are all signs that your...
Not everyone realizes that the timing chain inside of their vehicle needs to be replaced at a minimum every 100,000 miles, and potentially in as few as 40,000 miles. As a result, there are plenty of vehicles, including BMWs, out there with a failing timing chain that...
All vehicles equipped with water pumps will have issues if driven long enough. This is no exception to the Porsche brand, known for speed and quality. In this article, we will discuss the signs of a water pump failure in a Porsche and what you can do to prevent it...
Your shocks and struts are part of your car’s suspension. If you drive with worn or damaged shocks or struts, not only will you find your drive is not so smooth, but you are also at risk of accidents. This is because when your shocks or struts need replacing it...
It’s no secret your car has thousands of working parts. Each part plays its own role and undergoes its fair share of wear and tear. However, each part is also dependent on the others and if something goes wrong in one area it can quickly lead to a domino effect....
If you have been driving your Jaguar with a Check Engine light on, you probably should make a call to your Jag mechanic as soon as possible. This is a warning something is not working properly with your engine. The newer you Jag, the more that can go wrong, as...
Your BMW’s alignment ensures your wheels and tires operate properly. When your car is aligned, the suspension components of your car are adjusted to ensure everything lines up properly. This reduces tire wear, improves performance, and allows you to enjoy better...
Your car’s suspension has many functions including keeping your wheels on the road, improved grip for braking and helping your drive remain smooth even on bumpy, uneven roads. Perhaps most importantly, however, it allows your steering to absorb lateral forces, helping...
You depend on your car to travel about town taking care of daily tasks from getting to and from work to dropping the kids off and from getting groceries to visiting with friends. Because of this, you want to know your car remains dependable, and more importantly safe...
Every car produces its own set of noises. As the driver, you get used to these sounds and know that they aren’t a sign something is wrong. However, if those sounds start to change, the noises are more likely a sign something is also changing with the way your car...
Winter weather places new demands on your Audi with the risk of dropping temperatures, more rain and unexpected ice. Your Audi requires special care in the cold season, to ensure you continue to enjoy a more pleasant and safer driving experience. Here is how to get...
Spark plugs play a vital role in the operation of your Jaguar. Gas keeps your motor running, while your spark plugs provide the power to not only ignite the fuel in your engine but also keep your motor running. When you turn on your car, your spark plugs ignite the...
