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.

TWITTER YOUTUBE FACEBOOK

Latest Video

Latest Podcast

Saying Goodbye to My 2005 VW Passat

PODCAST and VIDEO ARCHIVE

The State of The Shop ~ Podcast Episode 49

Automotive Podcast and blog

Happy Wednesday everyone. Today on the automotive podcast, we are chatting about the state of the shop. I like to do this show at the beginning of each month. It lets me run down all the new and interesting things that are going on in the shop. Things that may not need a whole show, […]

Read more
/0 Comments/by

How The VW 2.0T FSI Fuel Pump HPFP Fails ~ Video

How The VW 2.0T FSI Fuel Pump HPFP Fails ~ Video

Today we look at how VW 2.0t FSI (BPY engine) fails. This was a really common problem issue a few years ago. Failure of the HPFP, the cam follower, as well as the cam shaft. Sponsor of the day Today’s show is sponsored by Deutsche Auto Parts. They are the VW and Audi parts experts. […]

Read more
/4 Comments/by

Viewer Questions ~ Podcast Episode 48

automotive podcast

Today on the automotive podcast, I will be taking your questions. To get a question on a show like this, email me Charles(at)HumbleMechanic(dot)com. Be sure to put question for Charles in the subject. This is one of my favorite shows to do. I really like to see the things that you guys want to know. […]

Read more
/1 Comment/by

Being A Situationally Aware Driver ~ Podcast Episode 47

Auto Mechanic Podcast

Hey we made it to Friday! Today I want to talk about being aware of your surrounding while driving. This comes from something that happened to me a few months about. If I was not as aware of a driver, I may have gotten myself into some trouble. While today we are talking about being […]

Read more
/1 Comment/by

VCDS or Vag-Com Review and Demo ~ Video

Happy Thursday everyone! Today we are talking about one of the best investments that you can make if you are working on a Volkswagen or Audi. That is VCDS or Vag Com Diagnostic Software. I refer to it as Vag-Com. I purchased Vag-Com years and years ago. I would say that I use it almost […]

Read more
/0 Comments/by

Become a Patron

Become a Patron!

Member Login



Signup Here
Lost Password

Mailing List

* indicates required
Email Format

Tags

audio podcast Automotive help automotive podcast automotive questions behind the wrench Cabriolet car questions car repair check engine light customer service damage dealership diagnostic diesel DIY electrical problems electronics engine failed parts failed VW parts funny story horror story interview listener Q and A Luv A Dub Maintenance mechanic mechanic tools podcast repair cost Review Safety service Shop shots state of the shop tdi tool review tools training video viewer questions Volkswagen VR6 Warranty white wookie

Humble Mechanic Archives