Audi Owner Guides
Practical guides for Audi owners at every stage — whether you're buying, just got the keys, or managing a high-mileage car through its second hundred thousand miles.
Pre-Purchase Inspection Guide
What to check before buying any used Audi — the 20-minute walkthrough that catches the issues sellers hope you miss. What to look for by generation and drivetrain.
Used Q5 Buyer's Guide →Audi Service Interval Planner
Know what your Audi needs and when. DSG at 40K, walnut blast at 60K, brake fluid every 2 years — organized by model and mileage so nothing gets missed.
View All Service Guides →Understanding VCDS Diagnostics
What VCDS is, why it matters for Audi ownership, what a full diagnostic scan reveals, and why generic OBD-II readers miss 80% of the picture on VW Group vehicles.
Related: DSG Service Guide →Tire Guide for quattro
quattro all-wheel-drive requires matching tires across all four corners — mismatch causes drivetrain wear. What specs matter, how much variance is acceptable, and tire rotation intervals.
Suspension & Alignment →Audi Depreciation & Ownership Cost
Audi depreciates fast — which is good news for used buyers and bad news for first owners. How to model total ownership cost including projected maintenance for your specific model.
Model-Specific Cost Notes →Hot Weather Maintenance
Southern California's summer heat is hard on coolant systems, brake fluid, and tire pressure. What to check heading into summer and what to watch for if your car sits in the sun daily.
Brake Fluid Guide →From the Blog
Deep-dive articles on specific Audi topics — repair stories, technical explainers, and buying guides from the shop floor.
B8 A4 Oil Consumption Repair
What a piston ring replacement actually involves — before, during, and the result.
Used Q5 Buyer's Guide
First-gen Q5 buying guide — what to inspect, what to avoid, what's negotiable.
DSG Service Intervals Explained
Why 40,000 miles and why the factory interval is wrong for independent owners.