Everything You Need to Know About Engine Oil
You will sometimes hear people say that engine oil is the lifeblood of any car. It may sound like something of an exaggeration, but it in fact is 100 percent true. Without proper e
Autumn Maintenance: What’s Worth Checking on Your Car?
The autumn season is almost upon us, and that means there are some particular things you should be looking out for when it comes to your car’s maintenance. Naturally, the sea
Everything You Should Know About Oil Filters
Every car and just about every engine out there has an oil filter. This apparently inconspicuous filter is about the size of a tin can and yet plays an incredibly important role an
What Does GTI Stand For?
Three magic letters that seem to push the price of any car higher are “GTI.” Most people know that GTI has something to do with performance, but if you put them on the
Why Might Your Car Need a Computer Diagnostic?
In the old days of being a mechanic, discovering what was wrong with a vehicle was a pretty tough job. The internal combustion engine is a complex machine with a huge number of mov
First Time Driving an Automatic Car? Useful Tips For an Easy Ride
Anyone who has ever driven an automatic car knows that it is much more relaxing and hassle-free compared to a car with a manual gearbox. Especially in congested traffic. And while
Everything You Need To Know About Gear Shift Letters & Numbers
You would be surprised by the number of drivers who operate vehicles with an automatic gearbox and have no idea what the letters and numbers beside or on their gear lever mean. Whi
How to Extend the Lifespan of Parts in Your Automatic Gearbox
You probably know already that getting a replacement gearbox is a very expensive thing to do. It can cost thousands of pounds depending on the brand, style and how advanced the uni
Why Regular Transmission Service is Key to Your DSG Maintenance
The direct-shift gearbox (also known as a “DSG” or a “DSG gearbox”) was first introduced by Volkswagen back in 2003. The notion is now established in the au
What Is a DSG Gearbox? How Does It Work?
For many years, drivers seemed to have to make a trade-off between performance and convenience when it came to their car’s transmission. Either they went for performance by o