From the January 1989 issue of Car and Driver. No, this isn't going to be another story of a European automaker's retreat into the sticker-price stratosphere. Volkswagen isn't abandoning the ...

Automotive maintenance is a topic that often divides car owners, especially regarding the long-term durability and required upkeep of their vehicles. Two critical components that many owners must ...

Timing belts are critical components in many internal combustion engines, ensuring that the camshaft and crankshaft rotate in perfect synchronization. This precise timing is essential for optimal ...

Holden’s factory maintenance schedule for the 1.8-litre Trax suggests a 150,000km (or 10 years, whichever comes first) timing belt change interval. Don’t forget to change the relevant tensioners and ...

Matt Nelson is an automotive journalist with nearly a decade of experience in all things cars. He's spent years working at dealerships in sales, finance, and service. He's since traded in his pens and ...

In April 1976, Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak launched the first Apple computer, marking the beginning of what would become a technology powerhouse. At age 21, Jobs sold his Volkswagen bus for $1,500, ...

Volkswagen products can be found in nearly any country around the world. Its simple and stylish VW logo is ubiquitous and iconic, often adopted as a fashion accessory in a way that goes even beyond ...

Q. After reading your recent article, I was wondering whether my car has a timing belt or a timing chain. I own a 2017 Volkswagen Passat SEL Premium with a 1.8 Liter Turbo. It is an absolutely great ...

Let’s first set out some guidelines on what we’re actually covering here: This guide covers the A2 Golf GTI and GTI 16v that were available in the United States between the 1985 and 1992 model years.

When should I service my Skoda Octavia Mk3? A quick oil service (oil, oil filter, check the brakes) is required every 15,000km or once a year, whichever comes first. An inspection service is required ...

Every decade has its defining car type. The 1960s was the muscle car era, the ‘70s saw the rise of the hatchback, the 1990s were for some reason awash with sporty coupes which gave way to the MPVs of ...