Do you know what a timing belt or a timing chain is and what they do? Could you find them on your vehicle's engine if you had to? If you answered no, don't sweat it. Both are buried behind a lot ...

Anyone who recalls the 2017 BMW class action lawsuit over timing chain problems will be familiar with the BMW N20 engine.

The turbocharger and the timing chain were particularly affected ... Bimmerfest.com Jersseven's story had a happy ending because BMW replaced the engine in their car under warranty.

Historically timing chains were considered to be longer-lasting and more reliable than timing belts, although this is not necessarily the case on more modern engines. On a basic level, a chain is a ...