Citroen C3

Oil leaks and increased oil consumption in the Citroën C3

Oil leaks from seals and increased oil consumption are common in the Citroën C3 and lead to engine damage and higher maintenance costs. These problems are reported especially on models...Read more
Bmw 1 Series

Brake wear and squeaking brakes BMW 1 Series

Brake wear and squeaking brakes on the BMW 1 Series are often caused by dirt and sand, especially in the winter months, while persistent squeaking usually indicates a sticking mechanism...Read more
Seat Toledo

DIY repairs on your car: which jobs you can do yourself

As a car enthusiast, you can carry out a surprising amount of maintenance and minor repairs yourself. That way you save money and get to know your car better. Think...Read more
Citroen Jumper

Preventive maintenance prevents breakdowns in your car

Regular maintenance of parts such as turbochargers, EGR valves, sensors and engine oil prevents many common faults and unexpected breakdowns. Anyone who carries out small maintenance in good time keeps...Read more
Volvo V70

Handbrake performance and handbrake shoes ensure safe parking

Poor handbrake performance and worn handbrake shoes make parking uncertain and can cause serious safety issues. The good news: this relatively simple maintenance prevents a lot of worries. Discover how...Read more
Citroen C2

Clutch wear on the Citroën C2

A worn clutch in the Citroën C2 leads to jerky gear changes, especially with the Sensodrive version, and can be made worse by actuator problems, with the actuator being the...Read more
Ford Mondeo

Dashboard display and infotainment in practice

The user-friendliness of the dashboard display and infotainment largely determines how pleasant a car feels in everyday use. Unfortunately, older models have not always scored well in this area. Do...Read more
Volkswagen Touran

VW Touran TSI engines with high oil consumption

Owners of the Volkswagen Touran with 1.4 TSI engine regularly report high oil consumption, often more than 1 litre per 1,000 kilometres. This problem is caused by thin oil control...Read more
Ford Galaxy

Jerky transmission Ford Galaxy disrupts driving comfort and efficiency

Jerks and slipping when changing gear are common complaints with the Ford Galaxy with automatic transmission, often caused by PowerShift issues or contaminated transmission oil. The result is uncomfortable. Acceleration...Read more
Audi Q2

Recognising timing chain problems Audi Q2 TFSI

Stretch in the timing chain causes many Audi Q2 TFSI models (Turbo Fuel Stratified Injection, a modern petrol engine technology with direct injection) to make a rattling noise when starting,...Read more