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Avoid Costly Mistakes and Safeguard Your Shop’s Reputation with Autoflow’s Digital Quality Control Feature

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The feature was created after Autoflow founder and multi-shop owner, Chris Cloutier, conducted a two-day case study at his first repair shop, Golden Rule Auto Care of Rowlett, Texas, and found residual issues with 80 percent of serviced vehicles after they had undergone quality control inspections.

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Best Upgrades for the Gen 2 4.0t [EA825]

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Audi’s 4-liter twin-turbo v8 has been in production since 2012. The S6 and S7 no longer utilize the 4.0t. The RS7, S8, and new RS6 Avant also utilize it. Outside of Audi, the Porsche Panamera, Lamborghini Urus, and Bentley Continental, all utilize this motor. Best Upgrades for the 4.0t Ready to take the plunge?

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U.S. regulators put the brakes on Massachusetts vehicle data access law

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The Massachusetts Right to Repair Law Vehicle Data Access Requirement Initiative was on the ballot in November 2020 and was approved by 75 percent of voters. The “Yes” vote supported requiring manufacturers that sell vehicles with telematic systems in Massachusetts to equip them with a standardized open data platform.

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Best Upgrades for the First Gen Audi 4.0t (S6, S7, RS7, A8, S8)

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In 2012, Audi revealed the EA824, a four-liter twin-turbo V8 that has been used in the flagship A8, as well as the S6, S7, and RS7. is utilized to heat air to water heat exchanged to reduce air intake temperatures. came in a range of power outputs, with different turbos and intake setups depending on the model.

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BMW X3 Common Problems

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Throughout its over 20-year run, the X3 has combined the utility and convenience of a small SUV with the prestige, performance, and driving characteristics BMW has built its name around. Camshaft Housing Bolts Camshaft housing bolt failure is a known issue on many BMW models from 2010-2012, and the X3 is no exception.