Missing your next car servicing could result in brake failure One of the many bad things that come out of a recession is that motorists miss out on their car servicing schedule. They think that they are saving money by missing out the servicing, without realising that the longer they leave the service out , then the condition of their car is generally deteriorating. The longer … [Read more...]
Check Your Car Brake System Regularly
While most drivers are concerned about how fast they can go, it would be wise to also check how well they can stop. Running out of gas and finding ways to conserve to get to places is one thing but if for some reason you overlook your brakes, you may find yourself on the way to the hospital if you are not careful. Most people are often told that driving a car also includes … [Read more...]
How to Check the Car Brakes During Floods
In some parts of the world, there will be cases that you have to pass through knee-deep floods in the streets. Your first instinct would be to drive fast so that you don’t have to worry about your engine conking out due to water intake. However, once you get through, do remember that you have to check everything and this includes your brakes. Now the question is how do you … [Read more...]
Driving Tip: Learn to Use the Engine Brake
When you drive your car, it is easy to step on the gas to accelerate. To stop, there is always the brakes to use but just be sure you don’t burn it. Especially if you are driving downwards like perhaps from a hill, it would be best to put assistance to the brakes wear and tear by downshifting your gears. But don’t do it instantly. For example you are already in the 4th … [Read more...]
Lighter yet stronger – The Trend of The Future (Part 2)
The air-conditioning system if replaced with more advanced designs such as in the compressor which have lighter yet more efficient cooling capability also lowers weight considerably. High strength steel along with advanced adhesives is making thinner sheets of metals perform better as heavier and thicker traditional ones. One of the heaviest parts of the car asides from the … [Read more...]