So, you’ve been sitting around wondering what are the differences between the BMW N54 and N55 engines. Well, I am happy to say that together we can look at what changed between these two engines. I won’t cover everything, but the major differences and what that means to you. What has remained the same Displacement […]
APR has updated the 2.5 TFSI EVO ECU Upgrades to incorporate new features and updates! They have added high and low grip files for each octane and stage, a recalibrated boost gauge, and new cold weather updates. These updates are now available at Alex’s Autohaus New file versions are as follows: APR Plus – Version […]
So the new VW/Audi EA888 Gen 3 motor has been out for quite some time, but I still get questions on what is new with this engine. I will try and address as many of these as possible. However, a good starting point is understanding the evolution of the 2.0T engines and where we are […]
It’s spring and that means it’s time to get out and enjoy your car. We’ll help you do that by taking 10% off all of our ECU and TCU Upgrades¹! As an added bonus, we’ll give you 20% off our TCU Upgrade if you purchase the ECU and TCU on the same day! Take advantage […]
Now the fun part. At this point we have found a candidate that is worthy of you taking for a drive. First thing is to start the car and let it idle. Ensure it starts easily and idles smoothly. Are there any lights on the dash? Does it smoke out of the tail pipe? If […]
Is it time to go pick up the car and drive it over to Alex’s for a PPI? Not until you’ve had a chance to careful inspect both the interior and exterior for yourself. Interior: The first step is to act like an 8 year old and get in the car and play with every […]
Are you interested in buying a used car, but unsure how to make sure you’re getting a car that is worthy of ownership? Just like millions of Americans every year, you are about to embark on a fun journey filled with excitement, disappointment, and everything in between! You’ll find the perfect car but it will […]
Last month, a settlement between Volkswagen and the hundreds of thousands of vehicle owners of high emissions diesel cars was approved by a federal judge. Volkswagen has admitted to their error, and they are prepared to spend up to $10 billion dollars to fix and compensate owners or buy back the cars. Within the American auto […]
The check engine light can be a scary sight – but don’t fret as the cause is not always a serious problem. Many BMWs, Porsche, Mercedes and other newer vehicles will turn on the check engine light for something as simple as a loose gas cap. So the first thing you should check is that […]
Alongside many of the rocky mountain states, Utah is home to some of the most beautiful terrain to drive in the country. From Bear Lake to Zion National park, there is so much to see in the Beehive state; fortunately for us locals, the paths are paved and ready to be driven. Here is a […]