The original (now called “Classic”) Mini was an absolute automotive sensation after its reveal back in 1959. The diminutive 2-door economy car hit a sweet spot with the masses and quickly became both a British cultural icon and a motorsports legend, hailed…
There is never a convenient time for your car to develop a new problem. Catching a strange whiff or hearing an unusual noise while driving can make us feel uneasy in the pits of our stomachs as automotive problems that…
A modern automobile is a complex assembly of tens of thousands of parts that are precisely engineered and constructed together to provide a vehicle that will hopefully be reliable over hundreds of thousands of miles and many years of use in…
Most people have at some point heard the phrase, “German engineering”. It is usually used in the context of highlighting cutting-edge technology, top tier quality, precise manufacturing methodologies and high performance products. While this expression has now approached meme-levels of…
Winter has been wetter this season in San Diego than it has been in decades breaking rainfall and snowfall records along the coast and on top of the county’s mountains. On Valentine’s Day, 10+ inches of rain fell at Palomar…
Certain types of auto repairs such as transmission and engine repair are best left to trained, certified auto mechanics. But many everyday vehicle maintenance hassles can be handled by ordinary drivers without any mechanical training. After all, you can save…
Car and Auto Repair Lingo: Learn It and Love It Have you ever stopped by your local auto repair garage and listened to the mechanics talking shop and couldn’t understand what they were talking about? Every profession has its own…
Providing routine auto repair and maintenance for your car, truck or SUV can help guarantee its long life expectancy. By familiarizing yourself with a handful of auto repair troubleshooting tips, including transmission, brake and air conditioning repair, you can start…
Warranties and Independent Repair. Automotive repair and warranties are one of those subjects that nearly everyone has an opinion on. If you want to liven up a debate at your local watering hole, ask a group of people how long a…
With the British Royal Wedding garnering so much attention earlier this year, we thought we’d draw some attention to another British output: the Jaguar automobile. Recognized for its elegant styling and sporty options, the Jaguar has long been a favorite…
