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EVROTRANS journal
Auto-parts know-how & shop news
Buying guides, repair tips, and updates from our team in Rēzekne. Written by mechanics - checked by editors.
Oil leaks: finding the real source before you order a part
A spot on the driveway rarely tells you which seal or gasket failed - and oil migrates before you find it. Here is how to trace a leak to its actual source.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 4 min read
- 4 min read
Suspension noise: knock, squeak, rattle - and how to find the real cause
A clunk over bumps and a squeak on turns point to completely different parts. Here's how to translate the sound you hear into the component that's actually worn.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 5 min read
- 5 min read
Engine overheating: what to do when it happens
The wrong reaction to an overheating engine can turn a minor issue into a full rebuild. Here is exactly what to do in the moment, and afterward.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 6 min read
- 6 min read
Dashboard warning lights: what they mean before you order parts
A single warning light can point to several different systems, and the color alone tells you how urgent it is. Here is how to read the dashboard before ordering the wrong part.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 5 min read
- 5 min read
Suspension and Steering Parts: A Buyer's Guide
From knowing which suspension parts should always be new to spotting a worn wheel bearing before it fails - what actually matters when buying suspension and steering parts.
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- Sep 8, 2026
- 6 min read
- 6 min read
Wheels and Trim: A Buyer's Guide
From the right bolt pattern to spotting a bent rim before you buy - what actually matters when choosing used wheels, hub caps, and sensors.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 5 min read
- 5 min read
Multimedia and Navigation: A Buyer's Guide
From a head unit stuck on an old software version to a phone that won't pair - how to diagnose the most common infotainment faults and what's genuinely worth buying used.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 5 min read
- 5 min read
Wipers and Washers: A Buyer's Guide
From worn blades to a clogged washer nozzle - how to diagnose the most common faults in this system and know which parts are worth buying used.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 4 min read
- 4 min read
Climate Control and Cabin Heating: A Buyer's Guide
From a compressor that won't engage to a cabin filter choking the airflow - how to diagnose the most common climate control faults and what's worth buying used.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 5 min read
- 5 min read
Interior Parts: A Buyer's Guide
From matching a seat's colour and trim to knowing when heated-seat wiring is worth chasing - what actually matters when buying used interior parts.
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- Sep 8, 2026
- 5 min read
- 5 min read
Body parts: what to check before ordering a panel
A door or bumper is one of the easiest categories to buy used, but a few checks separate a great find from a costly mismatch. Here is what actually matters.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 5 min read
- 5 min read
Lighting parts: what actually determines a good match
Headlights look simple, but the technology inside them varies more than most parts on the car. Here is what actually determines whether a replacement will work correctly.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 5 min read
- 5 min read
Electrical parts: finding the real fault before you order
Electrical faults have a reputation for being unpredictable, but most trace back to one of a handful of common culprits. Here is how to narrow it down before buying parts.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 6 min read
- 6 min read
Exhaust system parts: a practical buyer's guide
A louder exhaust note is not always a simple fix - it can point to anything from a cheap gasket to a failed catalytic converter. Here is how to tell the difference.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 5 min read
- 5 min read
Brake Parts: A Buyer's Guide
From why discs and pads should almost always be new to how driving style changes wear rate - what actually matters when choosing brake system parts.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 6 min read
- 6 min read
Transmission parts: what to check before you buy
The gearbox itself is rarely the first thing to fail - clutches, mounts, and sensors usually go first. Here is how to work out what your transmission actually needs.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 5 min read
- 5 min read
Cooling system parts: a practical buyer's guide
The radiator rarely fails alone - a cooling system problem is often a chain of small failures. Here is how to trace the real cause and pick the right parts.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 5 min read
- 5 min read
Fuel System Parts: A Buyer's Guide
From a failing fuel pump to a clogged filter cutting power under load - how to diagnose the most common fuel system faults and what genuinely holds up used.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 5 min read
- 5 min read
Engine Parts: A Buyer's Guide
From assessing a used engine block's real condition to knowing which sensors fail most often - how to make sense of engine parts and where used genuinely holds up.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 6 min read
- 6 min read
Vauxhall parts - what to know before you order
Vauxhall, headquartered in Luton, is one of the most distinctly British car brands still in strong demand. How to order the right part.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 5 min read
- 5 min read
Ford parts - what to know before you order
Ford is the most searched-for brand for car parts in the UK, with a manufacturing history stretching back to Dagenham. What makes ordering for Ford specific.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 5 min read
- 5 min read
Car won't start: how to work out why
A dead click, a slow crank, or complete silence each point to a different cause. Here is how to read the symptom before you start replacing parts.
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- Sep 8, 2026
- 6 min read
- 6 min read
How to find the right part for your exact car
The same part number rarely fits every version of a model - engine variant, production year, and trim level all change what actually fits. Here is how to get the match right the first time.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 6 min read
- 6 min read
Used vs new car parts: how to actually decide
Not every part belongs in the same bucket - wear items, safety-critical parts, and durable mechanical components each follow a different used-vs-new logic. Here is how to tell which is which.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 6 min read
- 6 min read
How to check a used part on arrival - step by step
What to check when the part arrives, before fitting it - so if something's wrong, you can sort it within the 14-day return window without any rush.
- Published
- Sep 8, 2026
- 4 min read
- 4 min read
How to choose a used ABS module - buyer's guide
What the ABS module does, how to spot a faulty one, and how to make sure a used module will fit your car before you order.
- Published
- Apr 22, 2026
- 7 min read
- 7 min read
Spring 2026 - new arrivals and shop updates
Fresh stock from three new BMW donor cars, expanded shipping to two more EU countries, and what's changed in our service centre.
- Published
- Mar 30, 2026
- 3 min read
- 3 min read
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