There’s a reason European car brands are so popular. They have superior performance quality and are dependable and enjoyable to drive. The MINI is a well-known compact car known for its great performance and maneuverability. It is surprisingly spacious and comfortable for its size, making it an extremely popular choice. However, in order to maintain these sporty, high-quality vehicles, there…
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* The Blog Post is originally written by David Gersh in German Repair Shop Marketing. Right now, many find themselves at home for long periods of time in quarantine, either self-imposed or mandated. Concerns of the spread of the novel coronavirus have risen and become such a central focus of our lives and thoughts that some things may understandably…
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Your BMW relies on its clutch to be able to change gears. The clutch does this by temporarily disengaging the connection between the engine and the wheels while the gears change. The clutch then reconnects them after a successful gear change to produce more power and speed. Let’s take a closer look at the parts of the clutch and why…
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Land Rover vehicles have been the top choice for off-road adventurers for many years. The brand is known for being sturdy in rough terrain. This feature is only possible due to the incredibly-durable suspension system equipped in Land Rovers. However, it is inevitable that the strain put on the suspension will eventually start to take its toll. Over time, the…
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A common problem Jaguar models face is ABS accumulator malfunction and failure. When the ABS accumulator fails, your driving performance will be severely affected, and it can even become unsafe to get behind the wheel. It is wise to know the factors leading to this failure so you can recognize the warning signs when they appear and have your …
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Audis are well-known for high-performance engines that provide amazing driving experiences with great handling. Without the right care and maintenance standards, however, parts will start to deteriorate and lose their effectiveness, meaning that your Audi’s engine can start to develop problems that lead to misfire. Misfires and the Ignition Cycle Let’s first take a quick look at how…
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Summer is nearly here. While it seems like we are still in the midst of a wet spring, preparations are being made in our family for graduations, summer travels, and the transition from the school year to summer camps. In order to cope with the rigors of summer, I need to make sure our family car is ship-shape. I know…
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While working on one of our favorite high performance Audi models, the 2007 Audi RS4, we saw one of the braided DRC (dynamic ride control) suspension lines start to seep fluid. Once the DRC system loses fluid, the suspension becomes compromised and a repair must be carried out at once. We love the engineering behind this suspension system and thought…
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We see a large amount of rodent damage occurring inside our customers’ engine compartments every year, especially during the late fall and winter. Rats are to blame for most of this damage (Northern California Woodrat, to be specific) as they start looking for warm, dry places to nest during the winter. Rats can do a lot of damage within an…
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We see a number of cars each year in the early part of winter with water inside – sloshing around on floors, soaking the carpets and insulation, collecting in the areas of the trunk, behind the dash and under the glove box. Almost always the source of water getting inside the vehicle is backed up sunroof drains. Contrary to what…
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