My name is Charles. I am a Volkswagen technician, and have been a mechanic, a grease monkey, and a car enthusiast for many years. I started this site mainly to connect with my customers in a way that I can’t in the shop. However, it’s my hope it can also serves as a community forum to share information, impart a little wisdom, and have a little fun. Let’s get started.

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How VW Turbochargers Fail ~ Video

failed VW Turbo

  Hey everyone. We are back talking about more failed Volkswagen parts. Today we look at how VW turbochargers fail. I have been trying to get my hands on a bad turbo for a long time. This one is extra cool because it is a bad turbo from a MK7 GTI! Sponsor Of The Day […]

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Viewer Questions Answered ~ Podcast Episode 76

Viewer Car Questions ANSWERED ~ Audio Podcast Episode 76

Happy Monday everyone. For those of you that are dads, I hope that you had an amazing father’s day. I had the pleasure of hanging out with my daughter all day. That makes for an amazing time for sure. Today like every Monday I take your questions. To submit a question for a show like […]

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Coast HP7R Flashlight Review ~ Video

Coast HP7R Review

Hey everyone. Today we are going to be looking at the Coast Products HP7R Rechargeable Flashlight. I am a huge fan of flashlights. There is at least 1 in every room of my house. I also carry one with me every where I go. In this review we will look at some of specs of […]

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5 Things To Do When You Buy A New Car ~ Podcast Episode 75

On this episode on The Humble Mechanic Podcast, we are talking about new cars. These 5 things can apply to getting a new model, or a new to you car. With the purchase of our new Tiguan, I have new car on the brain. And other than tip 3 and 4, I have done all […]

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Modifying My 2015 VW Tiguan ~ Video

Hey everyone. Normally we do failed parts video on Tuesdays. But I am really excited about my wife’s new Tiguan. So today I chat a little about some of the modifications that I have planned. I also show you how to set up the windows to raise and lower them with the remotes. Sponsor Of […]

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