Precision Engineering — that’s what comes to mind when you mention any major brand of German-made vehicles. Audi, Volkswagen, Mercedes, and BMW; all are high-end auto manufacturers that consistently produce top-quality vehicles that last. But when precision engineering breaks down, you need a specialty German repair shop to make it work correctly again.
Audi
“If you look at factories today, Audi’s auto manufacturing operation is very advanced and extremely sophisticated,” says Christine Boles, Vice President of the Internet of Things Group and General Manager of the Industrial Solutions Division at Intel.
Audi has long incorporated the latest, cutting-edge technology to build high-quality vehicles. This consistently produces precision engineering, exceptional performance, and luxury. Many of the tasks of manufacturing Audi luxury vehicles are fully automated to remove the risks of human error affecting quality.
Here’s an example: Audi uses advanced technology to ensure perfectly uniform gaps between body sections and other components. There are 92 inline measuring stations with 412 sensors that record at least 1,000 measuring points for each Audi model.
Volkswagen
As far back as the early 90s (and likely before), Volkswagen’s German engineering has focused on creating vehicles that are reliable and fun to drive. They combine handling, performance, and comfort to produce some of the most well-engineered and reliable cars on the road.
The old ad term Fahrvergnügen captured what VW owners have known for generations — Volkswagens are simply fun to drive. Solid German engineering accomplishments in these cars include:
- Small gas or diesel engines that offer performance and economy
- Zig-zag laser welding for improved safety and handling
- Weight-saving measures for better economy
- Driver Profile Section offers personalized drivability
- Adaptive Chassis Control (DCC)
- Sound-absorption material surrounds the passenger compartment
Mercedes
Since its inception, Mercedes has been known for setting standards for vehicle safety and adopting innovative technology for a better overall owner experience. This tradition continues today:
“In December 2021, Mercedes-Benz was the first automotive manufacturer worldwide to secure internationally valid system approval for conditionally automated driving (SAE Level 3). When it comes to parking, Mercedes is going one step further with pre-installation of INTELLIGENT PARK PILOT, which will enable highly automated parking (Automated Valet Parking; SAE-Level 4).”
BMW
BMW’s involvement with manufacturing cars, motorcycles, and even aircraft give it a wide body of experience when it comes to precision engineering and technology. This is reflected in the extreme drivability and power found in this brand’s vehicles. Closely pairing their race cars with models built for the road, BMW continues to please German-made car fans with faster, more comfortable, and safer luxury vehicles.
In spite of rumors about questionable reliability, BMW maintains a strong position among German car brand popularity. Its reliability issues seem to decrease each year as quality control and better engineering reduce the number of faults found in most BMW models.
A German Repair Shop in Charleston You Can Trust
These various examples of precision German engineering can still sometimes have problems or break down. And every type of machine requires routine maintenance. Ottohaus German Auto Repair has two locations in Charleston to provide you convenient, dependable maintenance and repairs for your German-made automobile.
We specialize in only German-made cars, so we possess a unique level of expertise that allow us to diagnose and repair these precision-made vehicles much faster and at a competitive cost. Other general repair shops can spend hours figuring out your problem because they are not familiar with high-end German luxury vehicles.
Contact Ottohaus German Auto Repair in Charleston for all your precision German-engineered vehicle maintenance and repair needs.
