Genesis, Hyundai's premium brand, has launched the Magma performance brand. And as part of the launch event, various concept vehicles were shown, giving a first look at what we can expect from Magma. What stands out among the concepts is...
Continue reading "Re-drilling brake discs & adjusting hub bore, allowed?
In the area of tuning, the adjustment of the brake discs is occasionally an issue that comes up when converting to more powerful brakes. This particularly involves re-drilling the hole circle and/or machining the hub bore of the discs. Such changes are necessary...
Continue reading "Revolution in UTV racing: Polaris RZR Pro R Factory Gen 2!
At the San Felipe 250, the start of the 2024 SCORE series, Polaris introduced the second generation of the RZR Pro R Factory. Improved with technology and parts from motorsports, the RZR Pro R Factory enjoys a one-piece roll cage that ...
Continue reading "Skoda Octavia RS: Sporty low and on Tzunamee EVO rims!
The Škoda Octavia RS has long established itself as a dynamic and practical alternative in the sporty compact segment. With a close technical relationship to the VW Golf GTI, it shares many qualities with the hot hatch. But this Octavia RS proves that ...
Continue reading "Drag race – 800 hp BMW XM against Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT!
In a spectacular duel, a tuned BMW XM and a Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT, both of which are no longer standard, recently met. The BMW, a plug-in hybrid, boasts a BiTurbo 4,4-liter V8, which in the basic version already has 653 HP & 800 NM torque ...
Continue reading "Get your car ready for spring – change intervals for oil, brakes and tires!
With the arrival of spring, the desire to get the car fit increases again. The rule for winter tires applies from October to Easter, but what happens after that? The ADAC recently published a compact list of replacement and maintenance intervals to give drivers ...
Continue reading "How can a catalytic converter break?
In cars, the catalytic converter plays a central role in protecting our environment. It reduces the harmful emissions produced during combustion in the engine and makes our air cleaner. But what happens when the component breaks the spirit...
Continue reading "Replacing hood lifts: when is it time?
Hood struts (gas struts) may not be the first thing you think of when it comes to vehicle maintenance, but they play a crucial role in your safety. The inconspicuous helpers hold the hood of the car open and give...
Continue reading "Simply explained: Changing the BMW rear window wiper
For BMW owners, as for owners of other brands, changing the windshield wipers regularly is a must. And it's not just the wipers that are important, the rear window wiper also plays a role in ensuring visibility in rain and snow ...
Continue reading "Looking to the sky: retrofitting a car glass roof!
In recent years, retrofitting car glass roofs has experienced a real renaissance. While glass roofs for retrofitting were primarily considered a cheap option in the eighties, today the focus is on quality - with (unfortunately) prices adjusted accordingly. But what …
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