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Feb142023
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What to Do if Your Parking Brake is Stuck

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Your parking brake – often called a handbrake or emergency brake – functions separately from your vehicle’s primary brakes. This independent braking system gives you a safe option to resort to if your main brakes ever fail. How to Properly…

Jan232023
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Why PAS Technicians Are Trained At the Dealership Level

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While most car dealership technicians generally have far more experience and training than the average independent auto mechanic, this is not always the case. Although they are few and far between, you will find the occasional European auto repair shop…

Jan232023
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5 Advantages of Using a European Mechanic

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If you drive a European or luxury vehicle, such as a BMW or a Porsche, you probably don’t want to take your car to just any mechanic shop. You need to take your vehicle to a European auto mechanic who…

Dec152022
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6 Signs That Your Clutch Is Failing on Your European Vehicle

6 Signs That Your Clutch Is Failing on Your European Vehicle

All gas-powered automobiles have clutches. This vital component is responsible for transferring power from your vehicle’s engine to its four wheels. If your European car’s clutch is failing, your car won’t be able to shift gears and you may not…

Dec152022
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Which European Cars Are Best For Winter?

Which European Cars Are Best For Winter?

Driving in winter is more dangerous than other times of the year. The roads are slippery, falling snow and sleet can reduce visibility, and your car can get stuck in the snow, especially if your car doesn’t have sufficient traction….

Nov182022
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How to Tell if Your European Car Needs Brake Repair

How to Tell if Your European Car Needs Brake Repair

Brake repair is inevitable. No matter the make or model, the brakes on your European auto will naturally wear with time and use. Because your brakes are one of the most critical components of your vehicle – for safety AND optimum…

Nov112022
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What Causes Motor Mount Failure?

What Causes Motor Mount Failure?

Noticing the signs of motor mount failure and wondering what went wrong? This blog will discuss the most common culprits of motor (or engine) mount failure – natural AND premature. What is a Motor Mount? Motor mounts are rubber-metal components that…

Oct252022
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How to Find a Reliable European Car Mechanic in Wilmington, NC

How to Find a Reliable European Car Mechanic in Wilmington, NC

Looking for a Wilmington, North Carolina car mechanic you can trust with your European vehicle? In this article, we have listed the three key factors you should keep an eye out for as you search for a reliable auto repair…

Oct252022
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How Often Should You Walnut Blast Your European Car?

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A walnut shell blast is one of the most common methods of cleaning a European car’s engine. European auto manufacturers – like Mercedes-Benz, Volvo, Mini, Volkswagen, Jaguar, Audi, and Porsche – prefer direct injection engines, as they increase fuel mileage and…

Sep302022
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Should You Repair Your Old European Car OR Trade It In?

Should You Repair Your Old European Car OR Trade It In?

  Repairing any old car comes with its risks. In many cases, it may seem more practical to trade in your outdated European car for a newer, modern model. However, depending on the particular model of European vehicle you own…

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