Car engines are complex mechanisms that require regular servicing and maintenance. One of the key aspects of maintenance is the oil change. But during this process, should we flush the engine? This is a question that car owners often ask themselves. In this article, we will take a closer look at this issue, considering aspects […]
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How Much Does an Engine Flush Cost?
Flushing an engine is a process designed to remove any contaminants that could harm your engine. It is important for every car owner, whether you are a new driver or an experienced mechanic. So how much does an engine flush cost? When considering the question of an engine flush and its price, we need to […]
Does an Engine Flush Help with Oil Consumption?
We check, test and analyse thoroughly. The topic? Fuel additives, and more specifically engine flushes. Does an engine flush reduce oil consumption? How can you reduce oil consumption in an engine? What can you do to stop the engine from burning oil? How does engine flushing relate to oil consumption? These and many other questions […]
When should you use an engine flush?
One of the most important aspects of proper car care is looking after the engine. A well-maintained engine ensures efficient and long-lasting operation of our vehicle. As part of this care for the car, it is worth considering the use of an engine flush. So when should you use an engine flush? What benefits does […]
Can You Drive with an Engine Flush in the Engine?
The short answer: you do not drive on an ordinary solvent flush. The engine idles for the ten to fifteen minutes the label specifies, and that is it. Online that answer gets challenged, though, and it is worth knowing why, because the reason is not a silly one. Why idling rather than driving A flush […]
Which cars have a DPF?
The question “which brands have a DPF” is badly framed, which is why it has no sensible answer. The badge on the bonnet does not decide, the emission standard the car had to meet on the day of registration does. A Volkswagen, a Toyota and a Dacia of the same year all have one, because […]
DPF and Fuel Consumption - How Does the Diesel Particulate Filter Affect It?
A particulate filter does raise fuel consumption, just not where most people look for it. A clean substrate offers little resistance to exhaust flow and costs almost nothing on its own. Fuel disappears during regenerations, and most of all during the ones that never finish. This article shows exactly where the bill sits and what […]
DPF and the technical inspection - can you drive without a diesel particulate filter?
A decent car is not only a status symbol, but above all a means of getting around. In an age of growing environmental awareness, components such as the diesel particulate filter, known as the DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter), have become an important topic for many drivers. But can you really drive without a DPF? Is […]
How to Burn Off a DPF While Driving? The Secrets of Proper Particulate Filter Regeneration
Who would have thought that one of the most complex devices in our car is a small, hidden component called the DPF? And yet - the diesel particulate filter (DPF) is crucial for the health of our vehicle and our environment. But how do you burn off a DPF while driving? Don’t worry, it’s not […]
Increased oil consumption - is the DPF to blame?
The answer to the question in the title is surprising, so let us give it straight away. If your engine is losing oil, the particulate filter is almost certainly not to blame. If oil is accumulating, the filter may be entirely to blame. Those are two completely different faults, and confusing them sends people to […]