The N55 is the successor to one of the most legendary European engines of all time. No matter if it’s a 135i or a 335i, these cars are some of the most solid and tuneable out there. However, although it may be considered much more reliable than its older brother, the N55 still has some […]
Factory maintenance schedules are developed by auto manufacturers to ensure your vehicle is getting the care it needs throughout your ownership. Most manufacturers recommend a tiered maintenance schedule, covering essential routine services like oil changes more frequently, and larger inspections or services like brake fluid flushes less frequently. Mercedes-Benz uses an easy naming convention for […]
Mercedes Benz AirMatic Suspension provides remarkably smooth handling, flexible ride height, and self-leveling capabilities that ordinary suspension cannot. Using an electronically controlled airbag, AirMatic can adjust each air spring in as little as 50 milliseconds and will change based on road conditions and how you drive. AirMatic suspension offers some big improvements over conventional systems, […]
Often referred to as the “German 2JZ”, the N54 engine has become legendary in the BMW performance community. This twin turbo inline-six engine (BMW’s first mass production turbo engine) can make massive power relatively easily, with the stock internals capable of handling 600+ horsepower and built engines able to push beyond 1000 horsepower. Despite being […]
In 2018, Audi unveiled a new generation of the S4, the B9. In addition to completely overhauling the appearance and chassis of the car, the B9 brought the departure of Audi’s long-lived supercharged V6, which powered the S4 since 2010. In its place is a single turbo V6 making 354 horsepower and 369 lb-ft of […]
Volkswagen and Audi dual-clutch transmissions offer nearly instant shift speeds and solid reliability. DSG, or Direct Shift Gearbox (S-Tronic on Audi Models), is the term used by the Volkswagen group to refer to the dual-clutch transmission used in its vehicle lineup. The DSG transmission differs significantly from a traditional automatic, combining two “manual” transmissions and […]
The E46 generation of the 3-Series BMW was sold in North America from 1999 to 2005. The platform offered a wide range of vehicles including wagons, coupes, sedans, and convertibles in both rear-wheel and all-wheel drive, with a variety of four- and six-cylinder engines. This era also saw the introduction of the legendary E46 M3, […]
The tire pressure, or TPMS, light is perhaps the most common light to come on your dash. The tire pressure monitoring system exists to alert you of changes in tire air pressure. If the pressure drops too low, a warning light will come on the dash. On Volkswagen vehicles, a ding noise can be heard […]
BMW has long been synonymous with performance and luxury. BMW expertly crafts engines that perform very well while getting good fuel economy. If you are a new owner, you might have heard that BMWs are more expensive to maintain than other cars. Like any engine, regular services like oil changes are essential to keeping your […]
Volkswagen unveiled the Tiguan in 2008, providing buyers with a solid midsized SUV with a quality VW interior, and a powerful turbocharged engine. Fast forward to 2018, the Tiguan got a facelift. The second-generation Tiguan is longer, wider, and features the modern 2.0 TSI B-Cycle engine, optimized for power and efficiency. 2018 Tiguan’s can be […]