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Clutch Upgrades and why we need them!

Clutch Upgrades and why we need them!

11th Jul 2025

In very basic terms, the vehicle clutch allows you to disconnect the engine and gearbox temporarily when changing gear or of course, setting off from standstill etc when pressing the clutch pedal. There are four key components to a clutch kit. Clutch disc (Drive Plate)Pressure PlateCSC (concentric slave cylinder) or release bearing The pressure and drive plates are then bolted directly to the “Flywheel” There are other components that assist the engagement and disengagement; from t …
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EA113 - 2.0 T-FSI (2004-2016) -'New Owner Preventative Maintenance'

EA113 - 2.0 T-FSI (2004-2016) -'New Owner Preventative Maintenance'

Posted by Al Brown @ Awesome on 16th Jun 2025

As someone who not so long ago purchased a Jetta 2.0TFSI, with a strong desire to keep and maintain my cars to a high standard with the least possible things to potentially go wrong - I performed several jobs with the intention of keeping the car running for as long as possible. Service kits: Upon getting the car, the team here at Awesome carried out a full service, replacing the Engine Oil; Oil Filter, Cabin Filter and Spark plugs. Within the service, the car was thoroughly inspected to check …
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Why do I need suspension upgrades?

Why do I need suspension upgrades?

31st Mar 2025

Why do I need suspension upgrades? Handling issues? Love your car but it just lacks something when cornering? Your car may handle okay when it is standard, but why settle for okay? Why not make your car the best you can make it? A good suspension set up will have several positive effects on your vehicle, such as improved cornering and stability, crucial when taking to the road or track at faster speeds. Which suspension upgrades will be beneficial? One of the first things that pops into peopl …
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