by Martin Lopez Da Cunha | Aug 11, 2025 | BMW Repair
VANOS stands for “Variable Nockenwellen Steuerung”, which is German for variable camshaft control. Crafted by BMW, this is their proprietary technology, which functions similarly to variable valve timing technology. Introduced in 1990 and improved over the years, the...
by Martin Lopez Da Cunha | Jul 11, 2025 | MINI Repair
As a MINI owner, engine health is one essential thing to always bear in mind as a healthy engine means a working vehicle. However, there are several factors that can disrupt a MINI’s engine function and one common one is a faulty PCV valve. The PCV valve is an...
by Martin Lopez Da Cunha | Jun 11, 2025 | Mercedes Repair
Issues with your Mercedes gear selector can be not only annoying and inconvenient, but they can even be dangerous to you and other drivers. When the gear selector fails, you can lose certain control of your car, and it can even leave you stranded. Understanding what...
by Martin Lopez Da Cunha | May 11, 2025 | MINI Repair
Are you confused about what to do when your Mini begins to show signs of front radiator support damage? The radiator support in your Mini is a structural part that is situated just at the front side of your car. Its main role is to safely support the radiator and...
by Martin Lopez Da Cunha | Apr 11, 2025 | BMW Repair
Variable NockenwellenSteuerung is the German name for what BMW calls their variable valve timing system. Simply referred to as VANOS, this system was designed to adjust its own valve timing to give the best performance, gas mileage, and reduce its environmental...