How Often Should You Service Your Mercedes-Benz to Keep It Running Smoothly?

How Often Should You Service Your Mercedes-Benz to Keep It Running Smoothly?

Maintenance Guide: Mercedes Scheduled Maintenance Owning a Mercedes‑Benz is about more than getting from point A to point B—it’s about comfort, performance, and engineering excellence. But even the most well-built luxury vehicle needs regular care to stay reliable over time. One of the most common questions we hear at Frank’s European Service is simple but important: how often to service a Mercedes-Benz so it continues to run smoothly year after year? If you’ve ever felt unsure about maintenance intervals, confused by Service A vs. Service B, or worried about missing something critical, you’re not alone. This guide breaks everything down in plain language—no dealership jargon, no guesswork—just honest answers from Mercedes specialists who work on these vehicles every day. Why…
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Why Does My Audi’s Check Engine Light Keep Coming On?

Why Does My Audi’s Check Engine Light Keep Coming On?

Why Does My Audi’s Check Engine Light Keep Coming On? If your Audi’s check engine light keeps coming on, it can be frustrating, confusing, and even a little unsettling. You chose Audi for its precision engineering and performance, so when that amber warning appears, it naturally raises concerns. At Frank’s European Service, we’ve helped thousands of Audi owners understand what their vehicle is communicating. Here’s the reassuring part: a check engine light doesn’t automatically mean a major failure. Often, it’s an early warning—your Audi asking for attention before a minor issue turns expensive. Below, we’ll cover the most common reasons the light appears, what a steady versus flashing light means, and what steps to take when it won’t stay off.…
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Catalytic Converter Thefts: Separating Facts from Fiction

Catalytic Converter Thefts: Separating Facts from Fiction

In recent years, stories about catalytic converter theft have made headlines nationwide, and for good reason. These vital emission-control devices have become hot targets for thieves, and unfortunately, luxury European vehicles are often high on their list. But how much of the buzz is real? Are all cars at risk? And most importantly, what can you do to protect your BMW, Mercedes, Audi, or MINI? At Frank’s European Service, we believe knowledge is the first line of defense. So this month, we’re clearing up common myths and sharing practical tips to help you keep your vehicle safe and secure. First, What Does a Catalytic Converter Actually Do? Your catalytic converter plays a crucial role in reducing your car’s environmental impact.…
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From Sound to Safety: Why Listening to Your European Car Matters

From Sound to Safety: Why Listening to Your European Car Matters

Luxury European vehicles are celebrated for their quiet performance, finely tuned engineering, and unmistakable driving experience. Whether you’re cruising the streets of Summerlin in your Audi or navigating Las Vegas Boulevard in your Mercedes-Benz, you get used to a certain smoothness, a certain harmony. So, when your car suddenly starts sounding “different,” it’s worth listening. At Frank’s European Service, we often say: Your car will speak to you if you know how to listen. Those new squeaks, clunks, or hums might seem minor now, but they could be your first warning sign of something bigger ahead. This November, as families gather, schedules fill, and Las Vegas drivers hit the road for holiday travel, we’re encouraging you to pause and listen…
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Prepare Your European Car for the Transition Into Fall: What Every Owner Should Know

Prepare Your European Car for the Transition Into Fall: What Every Owner Should Know

Introduction As summer winds down and fall approaches in Las Vegas, Henderson, and the surrounding valley, drivers begin to experience subtle but important changes in weather and driving conditions. The scorching heat that defined summer starts to give way to cooler mornings and evenings, possibly dust storms or monsoonal shifts, and shorter daylight hours. For those who own a European vehicle, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Jaguar, MINI, Volkswagen, and the like, these seasonal transitions demand specific attention. European cars are built for precision and performance; small impacts from the environment and climate changes can magnify over time if left unchecked.  At Frank’s European Service, we believe that preparing your vehicle now will save you frustration, money, and ensure it continues to…
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