Nick Marchenko, PhD

About

Nick Marchenko is an industrial engineer and automotive content specialist whose work sits at the intersection of technical precision and plain-language writing. With a PhD in Industrial Engineering and a complementary background in Philology, Nick brings an unusually sharp combination of mechanical understanding and editorial craft to every article he writes.

At autoproblems.org, Nick covers the topics that matter most to everyday drivers: bulb and lighting specs, OBD diagnostic trouble codes, common mechanical failures, preventive maintenance schedules, and the kind of step-by-step guidance that helps you decide whether to fix it yourself – or know exactly what to tell your mechanic.

His engineering training means he reads factory service manuals for fun. His linguistics degree means he can explain a crankshaft position sensor failure in a sentence your neighbour will understand.

Areas of Expertise

• Vehicle lighting systems – headlight, fog, interior, and signal bulb specifications across hundreds of makes and models
• Powertrain & engine diagnostics – fault code interpretation, sensor behaviour, and common failure patterns
• Preventive maintenance – service intervals, fluid specifications, and inspection checklists
• Materials & manufacturing – award-winning research in materials science applied to automotive components
• Technical SEO & copywriting – automotive content built to rank and built to be read

Education & Research