The other day I dropped my car off at a European specialist shop, and while I was there, a technician was working in the engine bay of a Mk7 Golf R, cleaning out carbon deposits off the intake valves.
Carbon buildup can create some big issues while you're driving. A few engine parts are more susceptible to it than others, so ...
Modern engines are lasting longer than ever, yet independent mechanics keep seeing the same self-inflicted failure: owners ...
The internal combustion gasoline engine -- we have a love/hate relationship with it. It creates a lot of pollution. It is incredibly inefficient. It spews carbon into the atmosphere. It makes us ...
Direct injection motors are the new cool kids on the block and it's becoming more an more common on newer cars. What is direct injection? Should I be afraid of it? This video from Savagegeese explains ...
Better fuel economy and lower emissions from gasoline direct-injection engines are getting closer. Most European automakers are preparing GDI engines for introduction in the next few years, starting ...
A few simple checks and tips can help ensure maximum peace of mind when buying a used GDI-powered car. The Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engine is marketed under different names by different ...