The Swede Shop LLC

08/14/2021

Customer came in with vehicle smoking severally out of exhaust. Found failed turbo. Upon removal, found whoever worked on it previously, dropped a socket down the pipe! Oopps!!!!
Be careful where your tools end up.
Comparison of old versus new.

02/26/2021

Whenever and wherever you drive, it’s important to keep these top safety tips in mind so you can contribute to safer roadways for you and other drivers.

Driving is not without its risks as any driver is well aware. However, these risks can be minimized with attention to safety. Whenever and wherever you drive, it's important to keep these top safety tips in mind so you can contribute to safer roadways for you and other drivers. By practicin ...

02/19/2021

We talk about it, fight over it, and wage online wars discussing how it stacks up from supercar to supercar, but do you actually know what horsepower is? Most think it’s what propels your car down the road, but that’s only fractionally correct.

Learn what is horsepower, and does it matter when considering buying a car. Read more on our guide prepared by our team of experts.

02/12/2021

I once read that when a car enthusiast explains their love of cars to a “normal” person, it sounds the same as someone who really loved washing machines explaining their passion. If you envision someone going on about the perfect vintage Maytag, it does seem a touch tedious.

But that’s not really fair, is it? A washing machine doesn’t harness the power of explosions to take you to triple digit speeds.

Featuring the Stig (yes, that Stig), a photographer, a journalist and more.

02/05/2021

It is a shield based on the Koenigsegg family's own coat of arms since the 12th century. The phantom insignia on the Koenigsegg logo is a tribute to the Swedish air force squadron that operates out of the airbase where Koenigsegg's factory is also located (they use the ghost as their emblem).

Quiz: how well do you know car logos? Random selection of 20 logos out of 60.

01/22/2021

From a hydrogen-powered hypercar to a flying Cadillac, the future of automotive appears otherworldly.

01/15/2021

Nothing says movie nostalgia quite like the cars the characters drive, especially when the film involves racing of any kind. In many cases, these vehicles can become the visual icon for the entire film. They also become extensions of the characters themselves — they’re not just props, they become key elements of the character development.

From Mad Max to James Bond, we've ranked the most famous movie cars.

01/08/2021

Vehicles are machines, and like any machine they need maintenance. For most vehicles, regular maintenance begins at 5,000 miles and continues from there every 5,000-10,000 miles. Of course, checking your car on a more regular basis is even better.

Conduct regular vehicle maintenance and you’ll avoid potentially costly breakdowns and extend the life of your car.

12/31/2020

Even for the most diehard gearheads and auto gurus out there, it’s impossible to truly know and retain everything there is to know about cars.

Even for the most diehard gearheads and auto gurus out there, it's impossible to truly know and retain everything there is to know about cars. Unfortunately, the human mind just isn't advanced enough yet. Maybe someday Elon Musk will come up with a microchip that contains the complete encyclopedia o...

12/18/2020

Holiday road trips always sound fun in theory, but let’s be honest: The irritation level can get pretty high in there about 30 minutes into the drive (especially if you’re traveling with little ones). Make this season’s car rides your most painless and festive yet with these super simple, plan-ahead tips.

Your car trip just got a whole lot easier.

12/11/2020

With the amount of money we spend on the payments, maintenance, and repair of our cars, you’d think we’d have a better relationship with our vehicles. But understanding our cars—how they work, how to care for them, repair costs—can be overwhelming.

Feel more confident about maintenance, and repairs to your car. The five things you should know before your car before you get behind the wheel.