BMW 2002 – The Unexpected Spark Igniting BMW’s Future Among enthusiast favorites bearing the roundel badge, BMW’s diminutive yet delightfully spunky 2002 model claims an outsize influence jumpstarting the fabled brand’s modern sporting heritage. Unplanned and unexpectedly potent, this tidy notchback coupe distilled the essence of BMW’s lauded driving purity into an affordable compact-sized package…
Maintaining your vehicle’s fuel system is essential for ensuring optimal engine health and performance. Fuel system service plays a pivotal role in keeping your car running smoothly, enhancing fuel efficiency, and preventing costly repairs down the line. How to perform fuel system service? In this article, we will explore various aspects of fuel system service, from how…
Koenigsegg CC850 – Celebrating 20 Years of Hypercars The Koenigsegg CC850 marks a milestone 20th-anniversary celebration for the niche Swedish supercar maker. Unveiled in 2022 and limited to just 50 examples, the CC850 pays tribute to the first production of Koenigsegg – the now iconic CC8S from 2002. Beneath its evocative retro-inspired design lies some…
Fiat 124 – Italy’s Working Class Hero Reborn for a New Era Among 1960’s affordable roadsters bringing top down motoring joy within reach beyond wealthy playboys, few earned greater working-class affections across Europe than Fiat’s pert Pininfarina-styled 124 Spider. Revived for 2017 leveraging Japanese engineering sharing underpinnings with Mazda’s contemporary Miata, the latest mid-engine Fiat…
While known as capable but sober family transportation overseas, Subaru’s Legacy took a far more exciting form in Japan. Turbocharged GT models benefitted from decades of motorsport development, creating nearly unbeatable grip and power. Let’s explore the thrilling possibilities of the JDM Legacy GT, a tuner car balancing practicality and pulse-pounding performance. Built for Power…
Acura Integra Type R special, the 1997 Integra. As a 1997 slicing through JDM and European exotics costing multiple times more, this raucous front-driver redefined expectations of a humble economy coupe. What the lightweight Integra Type R lacked in power, it made up for tenfold through telepathic reflexes, roaring VTEC fury, and visceral engagement distilled…
The Game-Changing Nissan 280Z In the early 1970s, Japanese auto manufacturers were primarily known for economical sedans – not serious sports cars. The affordable but boring image was a sore spot for Nissan. It aimed to be taken more seriously in America’s performance market. The solution came in the form of the 1970 240Z coupe….
What Is a Engine Number? Definition and Importance A motorcycle engine number is a unique identifier for the engine. It helps trace the engine’s manufacturing details, including production year and factory origin. This number is essential for maintenance, registration, and verifying authenticity. Knowing your engine number can prevent mix-ups during repairs or part replacements. It…