In the never ending story of how GPS has allowed drivers and travelers alike to get to their destinations faster and easier, another addition to the saga of the errant GPS and their likewise errant drivers. As in previous posts regarding GPS and their ability to go wrong (extremely wrong) and give wrong directions drivers in the UK have had their common sense so to speak driven … [Read more...]
Toyota and Honda Recalls
The Japanese manufacturer Toyota Motors Co. has issued a recall for all Corolla's and Matrix's with power windows due to problems with the mounts of their window mechanisms. There have been several reports of injuries and motorists who have had their windshields shatter due to excessive rattling. Indicators of the problem begin with changes to the sound of the windows while … [Read more...]
More Hazards – Electric Cars
In the past post, dangers of dangerous devices like airbags and seatbelt pre-tensioners were discussed by rescue people as one of the new dangers associated with operations they are conducting everyday. Another of the new hazards that have sprung out of alternative fuel vehicles like electrically powered vehicles is acid burns which could make rescue more hazardous if this … [Read more...]
Engine Overheating – What do you do? (Part-3)
If you notice a leak in one or more of your hoses, a few turns of electrical tape which can be in your toolbox, overlapped can get you enough time to get to a gas station. If you cannot get the problem solved due to lack of parts, you can drive say fro a couple of minutes, stop and let the engine cool and drive again till you can either get home or to the nearest mechanic. … [Read more...]
Engine Overheating – What do you do? (Part-2)
If you see steam from the engine compartment, you can turn off the engine and wait for it to cool down a bit before attempting to do anything under the hood. If there is no steam, you can open the hood and try to see if you can safely open the radiator cap. Only attempt to do this if you know how, for you can get seriously burned if there was steam or hot water under pressure … [Read more...]