As the key coupling in any manual-transmission car, the clutch is a pivotal component enabling smooth and easy gear changes. And because it’s subjected to the whims of your left foot, this simple...
When you think of a ten-year-old Mercedes, what's the first thing you imagine? For me, it's comfort and luxury, not high performance and reliability. But in reality, the M272 and M273 engines actually check all of the marks offering smooth operation and strong, reliable power. First...
While the range of components and adjustments in a modern-day vehicle may seem complex, if you break them down into their individual components it is easy to see how they operate and work together. With a greater understanding of the suspension on your vehicle, you can more readily tackle DIY...
Volvo labeled their late-model Automatic Transmission Fluid as a “lifetime fluid,” relegating fluid flushes and services to the past. It’s a move many automakers have made in today’s motoring climate as, among other things, a “lifetime” fluid means lower running costs and a reduced impact on the...
At FCP Euro, we know a thing or two about what it takes to keep your car on the road. Careful and fastidious maintenance can help your vehicle perform better and stronger and ensure it is road-ready every day for years to come. From where to start when selecting a snow tire, to the most...
Interior leaks in cars are often found after it is too late. One day everything is fine, and the next, water is dripping onto your head from the headliner above. While leaks seem like a large issue, there are a few key places to check that will almost always take care of the problem. If your car...
Whether you want a luxury sedan from Mercedes-Benz or a sporty hatchback from Volkswagen, these used cars age pretty well. We can all agree that there's something special about a brand new car. They have the latest and greatest technology, everything is fresh and clean, and of course, there's...
As Porsche has shown us, evolution is good, and the 997 911 might just be the best example of that. In just a short amount of time, the Porsche 997 has become one of the most loved generations of Stuttgart’s ultimate sports car. Its record-breaking success in the showrooms and continued success...
The Porsche Cayenne was the first SUV from Porsche, introduced in the USA in 2003. With the Cayenne, Porsche rewrote the book about what an SUV can and should be. Not content to simply offer a luxury SUV with all of your typical features, Porsche set out to make the Cayenne a Porsche first, and...
My job as the BMW Catalog Manager at FCP Euro makes it a necessity that I live and breathe BMW. However, even I can admit that I don't have the answers to everything. What I am good at is teaching myself and learning as I go. One such topic I learned this past year and have grown a deep...
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