Bob Workman’s European Automotive Blog
What Is Catalytic Converter Theft And How Can You Prevent It?
Catalytic converter theft is on the rise and as we've seen in the press of late, the thieves are getting ever more brazen, stealing catalytic converters in broad daylight from cars parked on their owner's drives. What is a catalytic converter? */*Your catalytic...
How Many Catalytic Converters Does a BMW Have?
A catalytic converter is a crucial device installed in the exhaust system of a car to convert pollutant gasses into less harmful ones. Besides turning 90% of harmful emissions into less harmful gasses, a well-maintained catalytic converter can improve the efficiency...
Should a Car Battery Spark When Connecting?
Putting in a new battery might come with a little spark. It’s easy to get freaked out when you see this — after all, sparks are usually a bad thing. Did you do something wrong or hook up the cables incorrectly? In this article, I’ll explain whether or not a car...
Why Are BMW Oil Changes so Expensive? (How to Reduce Cost)
Regular oil changes are essential to getting the best performance from any vehicle, and the BMW line of luxury and performance vehicles is no exception. By following the manufacturer’s recommendations for oil changes, you help your car get better mileage, last longer,...
Should I clean or replace MAF sensor?
The internal workings of a car engine are complex and precise, but if all is well mechanically, a gasoline engine needs three things to run: air, fuel, and spark. Air and fuel need to be metered out in an exact ratio for optimal performance. So when one increases or...
What is Causing the Grinding Noise Under My Car?
If you notice your car making a grinding sound when it accelerates, your issue is likely to do with your transmission, a problem with your differential, a bad wheel bearing, a damaged CV joint, or a worn engine/motor mount.
What to Look For When Buying a Used Car
So, you’ve settled that all-important question of whether to buy a new or used car. Buying used can be a great way to get on the road without the hefty price tag of a new vehicle. 1. Vehicle history Get as much information as you can from the current owner and then do...
How Do You Know If Your Wheel Bearing Needs Grease?
Why are wheel bearings important for Ankeny motorists? It’s simple: your wheel bearings keep the wheels on your vehicle. We at, Bob Workmans European, will discuss more about wheel bearings and how you can make sure they can do their very important job. Wheel bearings...
10 Things To Check While Taking A Delivery Of A New Car
Purchasing a new car is among the biggest goals of many. Taking the delivery of a new vehicle is a pretty exciting process, mainly because the wait to get behind the wheel of your prized possession is about to end. Unfortunately, however, many new car buyers forget to...
7 Important Reasons To Add Winter Tires To Your Car
In terms of safe winter driving, changing to winter tires is perhaps the most important thing you can do. So what’s the right time to switch them over? The answer is actually simple and here are 7 reasons why. 1. The rubber used for winter tires work best in colder...