Transmission for Sale in South Africa: What to Check Before You Buy
What to check before buying a gearbox in South Africa: matching codes, ratios, drivetrain type, condition and warranty terms.
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Engine and gearbox guides from our floor: specs, common faults, fitment checks and buying advice for South African vehicles.
Understanding the VW Golf 5 GTI Engine
The basics of the VW Golf 5 GTI's 2.0 TFSI engine: how it performs, what tends to fail and what keeps it healthy.
Understanding the Engine Options in Your Toyota Conquest
The engine options offered in the Toyota Conquest, how they differ and what to check when buying a replacement.
Understanding 318i BMW Engines: A Generational Guide
A generation-by-generation guide to the engines fitted to the BMW 318i, with the strengths and faults of each.
How TSI Engines Enhance Fuel Efficiency and Performance
How VW TSI turbo petrol engines use direct injection and small capacity to improve economy and performance, and what they need.
Understanding the Power Behind the Audi A6 Engines
The petrol and diesel engines offered in the Audi A6 and what owners should know about their upkeep and replacement.
Why the Golf 4 R32 Stands Out in Engine Technology
What makes the VW Golf 4 R32's 3.2 VR6 engine stand out, how it performs and what it needs as it ages.
Exploring the Engines of the Mercedes W204 AMG Models
The engines in the Mercedes W204 AMG models, what makes them special and the upkeep they need to stay reliable.
Mazda RX-8 and the Rotary Engine That Made It Unique
How the Mazda RX-8's 1.3 Renesis rotary engine works, why it feels so different and what it needs to stay healthy.
Dodge Caliber and Why This Unusual Hatchback Still Has Its Fans
Why the Dodge Caliber still has fans, which petrol and diesel engines it used and the faults to watch on older cars.