Abbotsford Auto Repair

Take a stroll down the line of Mercedes-Benz vehicles and you’ll find nothing but classic luxury and high-powered performance. From the gorgeously designed exteriors to the detailed and technologically tricked out interiors, everything about a Mercedes makes you feel like you’re the master of the world–and that’s before you start driving. However amazing it feels to be behind the wheel, owners of this vehicle should know that, as with any vehicle, especially the luxury lines, there’s no getting around the necessary preventative steps and maintenance involved to keep the car driving like a dream. Routine Servicing The first and most important aspect of maintaining your Mercedes vehicle in top condition is to follow the manufacture’s service schedule. Once a year, or when you’ve reached the specified kilometer interval, bringing the vehicle into a shop specifically licensed for Mercedes care should be top priority. Driver’s in Abbotsford, BC have access to such technica ... read more

Volkswagen is the largest selling European brand in the United States. The car company, based in Wolfsburg, ower Saxony, Germany, was number three in overall global sales for 2013, following General Motors at number two and Toyota Motor Corp. at number one. The company’s year-to-date (YTD) sales between April 2014 and 2013 are down 7.7%, according to sales data reported by Desrosiers of Canada automotive reports. Recent economic losses for Volkswagen places it passenger car and light truck sales in Canada at number 10 YTD, in terms of market share. The company’s market share as of April 30, 2014 fell nearly ... read more

Volkswagen cars feature many models and types that are perfectly suited for the roads and traffic in and around Abbotsford, British Columbia. The design features, traction and handling make the VW perfect for Abbotsford’s rainy season as well as the challenges of stop and go urban traffic. If you are in the market for a new car, you should consider the different VW models that are available to Abbotsford area drivers. The various VW models include the rebirth of the classic Beetle for 2014, Passat, Jetta, Eos and Touareg. Note that all prices listed are in Canadian dollars for model year 2014 and mileage provided is in kilometers per litre (km/L). VW Beetle The different types of VW Beetles that you may consider for your Abbotsford driving include the TSI/TDI engine Beetles, starting at around $22,675, Convertible for your sporty side at $29,075 and Beetle GSR at $33,635. The Beetle ... read more

While BMW has always been known for their impressive performance, beautiful styling, and plush luxury, in recent years they have added a few other words to their descriptions: efficient, and green. As the automotive world shifts towards alternatively fueled vehicles, the Ultimate Driving Machine has not only stayed with the times, but become one of the leading innovators. BMW’s impressive commitment to alternatively fueled vehicles is driven by their EfficientDynamics engine line, which helps the company develop new and improved ways to reduce traditional fuel consumption in their cars. To show you the many ways that BMW is now going green, here’s a little more about EfficientDynamics, as well as the three different engine options that BMW is employing to reduce their environmental impact. EfficientDynamics BMW’s EfficientDynamics family is based on a simple yet effective motto: “Less Emissions. More Driving Pleasure ... read more

Volkswagen is one of the automakers keeping this in mind with a variety of options, including both hybrid and diesel options, for eco-conscious customers which is, surely, appreciated by the divers in environmentally-conscious Abbotsford, BC. Industry Leaders In their push fro eco-friendliness, Volkswagen has also become the first automobile company worldwide to be awarded with a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building certification for their new manufacturing plant in Chattanooga, Tennessee. What exactly does that mean? The plant was given platinum certification, the highest designation possible from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), and earned 52 out of 69 possible points. Some of the sustainable highlights include designing an a paint shop that saves nearly 190 million liters of water a year, a reflective roof that lowers cooling costs and saves energy, low flow water closets and urinals, and having 48% of building materi ... read more

If you are a Volkswagen owner, especially one who lives in or near the vicinity of the Abbotsford, British Columbia area, there are some preventative car care measures you should take to keep your Volkswagen on the road. Learning these basic measures can help add years to the life of your car and help maintain its reliability. Schedule Regular Oil and Filter Changes Vehicle technology has advanced significantly in the past few years. Parts such as spark plugs and those operating your emissions and cooling systems are now designed to last you well over 160,000 kilometers. Even with these advances, it is still important to have your oil changed on a regular basis. In addition to regular oil changes, you should also look at having all of the filters (i.e. cabin air and oil) changed. As an example, a 2014 VW Touareg Hybrid 4-door SUV driven 16,000 kilometers would require at this point the following ... read more

As one of the top luxury vehicle manufacturers in the world, BMW has been unveiling concept cars since 1949. So far, in the 21st century the German automaker has trudged on, incorporating new technologies meant to further advance the automotive industry as a whole. I8 Perhaps no other BMW concept car in recent times has gotten more attention than the open-top i8 convertible. First unveiled at the 2011 Frankfurt Show, the i8 is designed as a sporty plug-in hybrid. Its hybrid system consists of a 3-cylinder turbo-diesel engine and lithium-ion electric motor, which combine for an output of 349 horsepower and 406 lb-ft of torque. The i8 adheres to its manufacturer’s LifeDrive architectural philosophy, which consists of two purpose-built modules: one for accommodating passengers (“Life”) and the other for propulsion and suspension components (“Drive”). “Life” represents the car’s architecture, which consists of a carbon-fiber skeleton dressed up in the ... read more

It didn’t look like it was going to work out, at least in the West. Tarnished by its association with Nazi Germany, the Volkswagen automotive brand was a slow sell in the North American market, and it was headquartered in a country that was still reeling from defeat in World War II. Today, though, is one of the largest automakers in the world, thus (in a sense) living up to the figurative meaning of its name: “People’s Car.” The Beginning In Germany of the 1930s, few people could afford cars, since most of them were luxury models. So, with the encouragement of then-dictator Adolf Hitler, some car makers like Mercedes-Benz, Steyr Motors, and Hanomag embarked on “peoples’ car” projects. The German Labour Front, or the Deutsche Arbeitsfront (DAF)—which was the Nazi organization that became the country’s sole trade union when Hitler came to power—took the concept further by establishing the Volkswagen brand on May 28, 1937. Originally calledGesellscha ... read more

BMW’s are amongst the most luxurious and quality cars on the market. They offer a combination of luxury, performance, and reliability that is hard to beat. However, as with all automobiles, your BMW may run into problems and when it does you may face expensive mechanical fees. To avoid accruing these types of costs and keeping your BMW in prime driving condition, there are a number of preventative steps you can take. Regular maintenance will increase the longevity of your BMW and keep you behind the wheel of this amazing car. Common BWM Problems The problems your BMW is prone to will vary according to the model and some models are, naturally, more reliable than others. For instance, the BMW 3 series has been ranked by consumer reports as the all around most reliable while the 7 series is considered the lowest amongst BMW models. In general, however, BMWs tend to run into issues with electrical components such as the navigation system, window/wiper motors, centra ... read more

There is a reason that BMW’s motto is “The Ultimate Driving Machine.” Regardless of what people are looking for in a vehicle, they’re likely to find it in a BMW, as the company creates a wide range of incredible cars. But choosing which BMW is right for you can be a daunting task. Here’s a quick rundown of all of BMW’s stellar lines, so you can know how to pick the perfect BMW for you. 1 Series The 1 Series is BMW’s entry line. It is aimed at the consumer who wants an everyday car that packs a little extra punch in terms of style, luxury, and driving feel. The 1 Series comes in five trims: coupe, convertible, ActiveE electric coupe, 3-door hatchback, and 5-door wagon. The 1 Series is the most affordable BMW, with a starting MSRP of $31,500. 2 Series The 2 Series serves as a luxurious lightweight daily driver. It is offered in two models: a coupe, and the Active Tourer, which rests somewhere between a station wagon and a min ... read more