Honda Power Steering Fluid Equivalent

Honda Power Steering Fluid Equivalent

  Idemitsu Premium PSF is the closest thing to a drop-in match for genuine Honda fluid because Idemitsu is widely reported to supply Honda’s factory fill. Lubegard 24242 and Prestone AS269 also work, as long as the bottle says “for Honda/Acura.” Skip anything labeled “universal” and skip ATF. That’s the short version. The longer version … Read more

What The Gearbox Is Like On a BMW X1?

What The Gearbox Is Like On a BMW X1?

Short answer: the BMW X1 has an automatic gearbox, and since 2023 every combustion and plug-in hybrid X1 uses a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission (DCT) built by Getrag. The older 2016-2022 X1 (F48) used either a 7-speed Getrag DCT or an 8-speed Aisin torque-converter automatic, depending on engine and trim. Some older models, mainly in Europe, … Read more