Hans Mezger, born on 18 November 1929 in Ottmarsheim near Stuttgart, Germany, was a towering figure in the world of automotive engineering. Over a career spanning nearly four decades, Mezger’s work at Porsche not only defined the brand’s success in motorsport and road cars but also set benchmarks that influenced the global automotive industry. His…
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Prevantative Maintenance No one likes spending money needlessly allthough, the role of preventative maintenance is to save money in the long run. Increasingly, we are finding customer’s cars require more time, more money and more parts due to a lack of preventative maintenance. We even had a car that needed to be scrapped as the…
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Fuel injectors are among the most critical components of modern internal combustion engines. They are tasked with delivering precise amounts of fuel into the engine’s combustion chamber to ensure efficient operation. When functioning correctly, fuel injectors help maintain smooth engine performance, optimise fuel economy, and reduce emissions. However, when they malfunction, the repercussions can be…
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Preventative Maintenance – Avoid Diesel Injector Black Death It’s a simple term, but too often customers don’t take it on board and how will you feel when you are told your vehicle has suffered the dreaded black death? Injector black death is a real problem and costs you big bucks to fix. The term “Black…
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If you’re looking to boost the performance, efficiency, and reliability of your vehicle, ECU tuning is an excellent option. Whether you’re driving a daily commuter, a weekend performance car, or a reliable workhorse ute, ECU tuning can provide a noticeable improvement in power, fuel economy, and the overall driving experience. In this article, we’ll take…
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Today, January the 1st 2025 is D-day for emissions—happy new year A Landmark Move Toward Sustainability Australia is set to implement its long-awaited New Vehicle Efficiency Standard (NVES) on January 1st 2025, marking a significant step towards achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This legislation, announced in February 2024, aims to curb carbon dioxide…
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No cars are more Aussie than the Holden Commodore and Ford Falcon. These vehicles represent a legacy of Australian ingenuity, beloved by generations. Even after the closure of Holden’s manufacturing in 2017 and Ford’s earlier exit, they remain cherished icons on our roads. However, holding onto these vehicles comes with challenges. While their emotional and…
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Intake System Maintenance – Working Towards A Greener World Australia’s automotive industry is in a state of transformation, driven by new emissions standards, technological advancements, and evolving consumer behaviours. As electric vehicle (EV) adoption accelerates and urban infrastructure evolves, maintaining vehicle efficiency—particularly for internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles—has never been more important. We will explore…
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We all know about buying a lemon, the car that just seems to be a hassle at every turn. It’s brand new and has given me nothing but trouble since day one. We have all heard of these stories. When it comes to engines that suffer from carbon buildup there are quite a few, do…
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New Cars When people think of carbon buildup in engines, they often associate it with older vehicles or poor maintenance practices. However, even brand-new cars can suffer from carbon buildup in their intake systems. Better Fuels Modern fuels, including ethanol blends like E10 and E15 available in Australia, offer some advantages but do not eliminate…
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