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Those who prefer to tune their own car rather than repair it should take care of the vehicle. Although this does not necessarily protect against repair costs, they can at least be reduced by appropriate handling. This leaves enough money to equip the car with special ...

Restomod conversions in particular are currently in vogue. But if you invest countless sums of money in the classic car, regardless of whether it is in series production or with tuning, then in the best case scenario it should of course be protected against rust and other environmental influences for all eternity. And that works ...

Is there a risk of expensive repairs or even engine damage if the diesel engine jerks and jolts after starting but runs smoothly again after a while? This question can often not be answered simply by reading out the fault memory in the engine control unit. But …

Heavy snowfalls have almost all of Germany under control at the moment. The snow-covered roads often lead to drivers getting stuck in the snow. If you get stuck in the snow, you will see that the otherwise helpful safety assistants in the vehicle are ...

The diverse permanent exhibition of the Mercedes-Benz Museum presents 160 vehicles and a total of 1.500 exhibits. The “33 extras” are a special component: They bring mobility history and automotive culture to life using the example of often surprising details. The Mercedes-Benz Museum Inside newsletter series draws attention to the "33 extras" ...

[Advertisement] The coronavirus crisis also has a major impact on motorsport. Even the younger generation of athletes have difficulties because their careers are difficult to make. Especially in times of crisis. Hence the German Motorsport Association (DMSB) and the ADAC Foundation ...

Winter has Germany firmly under control at the moment: Temperatures well below freezing point, snow, black ice and frosty wind represent a major challenge, especially for drivers. In order to stay mobile even under such difficult conditions, a wide range of accessories help, including ...

The supreme discipline is and remains the engine swap. And, depending on the project and technical expertise, you can also do this in your own garage. But only with proper tools and a motor stand. And such is not only for ...

[Advertisement] Ever since the first vehicles with internal combustion engines came onto the market, there have been enthusiasts who want to get more out of their cars. The tuning of internal combustion engines has a long history. Given the current shift towards electric vehicles, it seems that ...

If you have a lowered vehicle and are also a hobby mechanic, then you have to carry out work on the car from time to time that requires lifting it, such as changing tires, installing track plates or ...

If it approaches minus 20 degrees, which as we have just learned can also prevail in Germany in the winter months, then problems can arise with diesel vehicles. You are not always on the safe side with the so-called winter diesel ...

Can foiled vehicles be cleaned in the same way as painted vehicles? Basically, the maintenance of foiled vehicles is a controversial topic. But with this article we try to create a little clarity. Basically it's not ...

Whether at meetings, on the Internet or simply talking to friends - the term “hater” is practically omnipresent today and everyone has probably heard it somewhere. But where does this word come from and what exactly is ...

Biking developed into an absolute trend sport in 2020! You can keep fit in the fresh air and free from almost all corona requirements. If you want to explore distant landscapes, you have to rely on bike racks for your vehicle. These will be on the ...