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VAG DPF (VW): Which OBD2 II ELM327 Dongle should I use? Bluetooth / Wifi?
We're big fans of the VAG DPF app (full review coming very soon) its a great tool for tracking DPF regeneration and soot loading - the problem is we're constantly being asked which dongle to choose. There are literally a million different OBD2 II dongles out...
VW Emissions memes – funny VW photos – smoke remapped tdi
We love our memes! We love (to hate) the VW emissions fix / scandal. We combined our two loves and present to you a selection of the very best VW Emissions Memes available on the internet today. The internet got pretty creative - we've got a great selection showcasing...
VW Emissions Fix: “VAG Emissions Rollback” could be the real fix you need
We've been following many of the facebook and forum threads focused on reversing the ea189 emissions fix. Whats become apparent is that most of these services are simply a remap aimed at disguising the fix and the horrendous effects it has on vehicle performance and...
Could the 2040 ban on petrol and diesel cars ignite an ebike revolution?
With the impending ban on diesel and petrol cars planned for 2040 could an ebike revolution be on the horizon? Could the move to electric be exactly what the industry needs? Ebike sales have been booming over the years with technology driving advancements in design,...
Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) to target lorry drivers and operators cheating vehicle emissions
From tomorrow (August 2017) the Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) will target lorry drivers and operators who try to cheat vehicle emissions. The action is in response to evidence showing that drivers and operators are using emissions cheat devices to cut...
XtremeAuto / Maypole / Universal Roof Bar Review – Skoda Octavia Estate – Amazon
When looking for some roof bars for my 2105 Octavia VRS Estate, I was immediately drawn to the Thule products. Yes they look great and come highly recommended but I found it very hard to justify three figures for something I'll use once in a blue moon. After some...
Is the UK government really going to ban all new Petrol and Diesel cars by 2040?
The UK's Environment secretary is set to reveal plans to ban the sale of Petrol and Diesel cars in the UK by 2040. Yes, you did read that right. The environment secretary Michael Gove will reveal plans this coming Wednesday which will force all new cars from...
UK Volkswagen Emissions scandal Facebook group grows to over 5,000 members
We've been long standing supporters of the The Volkswagen Diesel Customer Forum (Emissions Scandal) and have taken every opportunity to help the group and owners affected by issues resulting from the so called "fix". With the increased media attention and...
BBC Watchdog’s coverage of VW emissions fix issues finally hits iPlayer, but why the delay?
A As many of you will know, BBC watchdog has finally covered the UK VW emissions fix issue. Working with the The Volkswagen Diesel Customer Forum facebook group they covered many aspects of the issues encountered by UK owners, but not without some issues. The...
Top 3 Reasons You May Need an Auto Locksmith
The reasons you might need a professional auto locksmith are actually many – from emergency lockouts, broken or lost keys to mere necessity of replacing the worn out lock and keys. By the way, the last reason is almost not considered by the car owners till the...