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…
Maintenance, Preventative Maintenance
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What Causes Motor Mount Failure?
Motor mounts are often overlooked, yet they play a crucial role in the smooth operation of your vehicle. Acting as a bridge between the engine and the car’s frame, they absorb vibrations and shocks, ensuring a comfortable and quiet…
Maintenance, Tips
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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…
Maintenance
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How Often Should You Walnut Blast Your European Car?
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…
Tips
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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 In many cases, it may seem more practical to trade in your outdated European car for a newer, modern model.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…
Maintenance
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Does Your Car’s Driver Assistance Affect Your Alignment?
Without proper wheel alignment, the Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) technology incorporated into most modern vehicles will NOT work properly. Unfortunately, many auto repair shops that offer ADAS repairs calibrate the system incorrectly (without adequate wheel alignments and sensor checks)…
Maintenance
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Can I Get BMW Service Anywhere in Wilmington, NC?
Does it matter where you get your BMW serviced in Wilmington, NC? The short answer: Yes! Of course, as the owner of your BMW, you have the right to get your vehicle service anywhere of your choosing. However, we would…
FAQs
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Why Inflation is NOT a Good Reason to Put Off Car Repairs
The recent car industry supply chain issues have had a few significant affects on car repair and maintenance over the last couple of years. We have seen… Decreased inventory of car parts and purchasable cars (new AND used). Increased…
FAQs, General Care
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Lingering Effects of COVID Supply Chain Issues on the Car Industry
Few industries have felt the impact of recent supply chain issues quite like the car industry. Supply chain issues that began during the COVID-19 pandemic have led to massive inflation in the car industry that is bringing all sorts of…
FAQs, Maintenance
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Are Volkswagens Difficult to Service?
While drivers have always loved how Volkswagens perform, there is still a common misconception that Volkswagen models are especially difficult (and expensive) to maintain and repair. In large part, this belief can be attributed to the well-known fact that foreign…