With the introduction of the Torque Racing Brake Fluid (RF700), we felt it wise to review the basics of brake fluid.? There has been a rash of new brake fluid suppliers (at least in packaging, but not in manufacturers), it is hard to understand the differences and value of the various solutions. Here is a […]
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BMW 2 Series Released
October 30, 2013 – 8:42 pm
The All-New BMW 2 Series Coupe A new dimension for The Ultimate Driving Machine Woodcliff Lake, N.J. October 24, 2013. . . BMW today announced the introduction of an entirely new model series with the introduction of the all-new BMW 2 Series Coupe. This new take on The Ultimate Driving MachineTM will arrive in the […]
Novitec Rosso Ferrari F12
October 8, 2013 – 12:39 pm
New from NOVITEC ROSSO? (Oct 7, 2013): A sporty designer outfit and 774 hp for the Ferrari F12berlinetta An athletic design in combination with outstanding aerodynamic efficiency, high-tech forged wheels and a power increase to 569 kW / 774 hp with a top speed in excess of 345 km/h: NOVITEC ROSSO, the leading refinement specialist […]
BMW Recall – 2012 – 2014 Models w N20/N26 Engine
September 30, 2013 – 8:44 pm
BMW Recall: 2012-14 Models with N20/N26 Engine (For Power Brake Assist Loss) September 27, 2013 Technical Service October 11, 2013 DCSnet Message Urgent Subject: Delivery Stop N20 N26 Vacuum Pump Oil Supply Message Recipients: General Managers, Sales Managers, Service Managers, Service and Parts Directors, Parts Managers, Service Advisors, Shop Foremen On September 26th, BMW of […]
Mercedes CLA Race Car Concept
September 12, 2013 – 6:55 am
Announced this week at the Frankfurt Auto Show (Sept 2013) Mercedes CLA is one of the most exciting vehicles to come from the Stuttgart, Germany-based automaker in years, and the ludicrously powerful AMG version is all the better. But cranking the knob to 11….and snapping it right off is the CLA 45 AMG Racecar […]
US DOT bans ATE Super Blue Brake Fluid
August 16, 2013 – 1:14 pm
Press release from Continental / ATE regarding a decision by the DOT on the ability to sell ATE Super Blue in the United States – August 15, 2013 Effective immediately, Continental will be discontinuing the distribution of the ATE Super Blue Racing DOT 4 brake fluid in the United States because it has been determined […]
BMW F82 M4 Coupe
August 16, 2013 – 1:01 pm
BMW F82 M4 Coupe Official Release Pebble Beach/Munich. On 15 August, surrounded by both current and historic BMW models, BMW M tonight offered a first outlook on a high-performance sports car of tomorrow ? the BMW Concept M4 Coupe. The car was unveiled at the BMW opening media reception for the iconic annual Pebble Beach/Monterey […]
MINI High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFF)
August 11, 2013 – 4:34 pm
MINI Cooper S R56 High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFF) If you have been reading our blogs and Facebook page, you know well the issue w the BMW High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFF) associated w the 135/335/535 N54 turbo motors. This was not a small issue, this issue of the failure of the HPFF affected 10′s […]
BMW Revises Oil Change Interval
July 27, 2013 – 11:11 am
BMW Revises Oil Change Interval We had just posted and documented the change MINI Cooper had made on the oil change interval (decreasing it to 10,000 miles from 15,000 miles), and now BMW releases this update for all cars to do the same (BMW Service Bulletin B000113, Attachment 5). What is odd about the BMW […]
Porsche IMS Class Action Suit – Settlement
July 21, 2013 – 9:28 pm
Many of you know, and you can read here in our blog more about the known issues w the Intermediate Shaft Bearing (IMS), but Porsche has settled a class action lawsuit in regards to the IMS issue, and the settlement is now FINAL. The settlement is not very attractive, and only affects you if you […]