The Mk6 Volkswagen Jetta GLI shares several parts with other high-performance VWs built on the PQ35 and MQB platforms. The standard components are reliable and tested designs that have been...
The N55 was a welcomed replacement for the potent but problematic N54, but in recent years, it’s developed a reputation for eating connecting rod and main bearings. Even though the internet cites frequent failures, it got me wondering: Is that reputation justified, or are a few isolated cases...
Sure, Volvos are known for their safety, but those who’ve never driven one won’t realize that they offer luxury and comfort on par with many of the offerings from BMW and Audi. Depending on the suspension optioned on a particular model, they can also be quite sporty and fun to drive. The P3...
The turn of the millennium brought about a lot of changes in the automotive landscape, including our rapid acceptance of the SUV. It’s easy to see the impact of their ascent in the marketplace today; they’re everywhere on the roads. Their ability to tow like a pickup, carry passengers and cargo...
It’s hard to grasp just how small a company Porsche used to be. Today Porsche advertises itself best through owners, who share images of their cars painted in bespoke and specially chosen colors with personally selected interior trims and bits, but it wasn’t always like that. In its first few...
The P3 chassis piggybacked off one of the most successful Volvo generations of all time and never did quite match its predecessor in terms of sales success. However, the P3 carried on Volvo’s safety, reliability, and comfort in a striking new chassis for the world to enjoy. Now, as used models,...
When enthusiasts of European automakers search for a manually-shifted, nimble sedan or convertible, a BMW of any vintage is the go-to. Even more modern Audis have become popular thanks to their tunability and VAG charm. Yet, similar Mercedes models don’t make shortlists because their existence is...
Part of the fun of being an automotive enthusiast is learning about the rare stuff, and I don't mean the flashy models. Audi is known for their S and RS sedans, rally heritage, and R8 supercar, but those are commonplace on online forums and the 'gram. Between the release of all of those cars,...
Spring has nearly sprung; are your brakes still broken? The weather is improving daily, so now’s the time to get your daily driver and weekend warrior back to 100%. Getting at those repairs and upgrades early before the summer days and track events are here is critical, whether you’re working on...
03/14/2023 -- FCP Euro announces the acquisition of a West Coast facility to support their growing European auto parts retail market share. After a decade of sustained growth, FCP Euro is outfitting a new warehouse in Mesa, Arizona, for West Coast distribution. Adding the Arizona-based facility...
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