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Most Reliable BMW Engines

Alex's Autohaus

N52 Modern Evolution of the M54 (2004-2011) When discussing BMW reliability, the naturally aspirated N52 inline-6 stands in a class of its own. Found in various 2004-2011 models including the E90 3-Series, E60 5-Series, and early X3/X5 SUVs, this 3.0-liter liter powerplant represents perhaps BMW’s most dependable modern engine.

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Listen In: ADAS Roundtable Sponsored by AUTEL

Tomorrow's Technician

It baffles me when I stop and think that we’ve theoretically been scanning cars in the collision space since about 2010-2011, and here we are in 2025 and we have shops who are not scanning cars yet. It’s unbelievable to me.” But also when you’re scanning these cars, the repairs that are not associated with codes or dashlights.

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Should You Be Using A Torque Wrench On Oil Drain Plugs?

Jalopnik

You can find handy charts listing oil drain plug torque specs for most cars built between 1992 and 2011. Therefore, the technically correct answer is that you should use a torque wrench to tighten oil drain plugs. But should you use a torque wrench when reinstalling the drain plug (assuming you dont have a quick drain plug )?

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Coffee and Headlights? Discover the Unexpected Use of Coffee Chaff in Auto Parts Innovation

Automotive Training Centre

Since 2011, it has used soy-based foam in its cushions. Since 2011, it has used soy-based foam in its cushions. Ford’s senior technical leader of materials sustainability, Debbie Miewelski, notes that their lab often resembles a blend between a landfill and a farm, reflecting the diversity of materials they test.

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Ignition System Secrets Every Tech Should Know

Tomorrow's Technician

Some of the most common engines in operation over the past 25 years have high failure rates, and OE technical service bulletins often call for replacement of all the coils during service, not just one at a time. As an example of the efficiency of replacing all the coils, consider a 2011 Ford Escape with the three-liter V6 engine.

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Two McLarens Once Gifted to Lewis Hamilton and Jenson Button Are Up for Grabs

autoevolution

You all remember the MP4-12C, the McLaren sports car that was made from 2011 to 2014 and technically ushered in a new era in engineering over in the shops of the British bike maker. It's very common for successful racing drivers to be gifted automobiles by the companies they work for. continue reading. )

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Ignition System Secrets Every Tech Should Know

Brake & Front End

Some of the most common engines in operation over the past 25 years have high failure rates, and OE technical service bulletins often call for replacement of all the coils during service, not just one at a time. As an example of the efficiency of replacing all the coils, consider a 2011 Ford Escape with the three-liter V6 engine.