Is you car’s air conditioner blowing warm air only or little cool air? This can be frustrating because you should expect more. The following are checks to find the cause of this: 1.) Compressor Checks Start with the compressor. Does it engage when you turn on the A/C? If so, the …
Read More »How To Know When Your Car Serpentine/Drive Belt Is Bad Or Failing
The serpentine belt, also known as the drive belt, is a belt on a car engine that works with the idler, tensioner, and pulleys inside the accessory drive belt system. It provides power for the air conditioning, alternator, power steering, and sometimes the cooling system water pump. The serpentine belt …
Read More »6 Warning Signs That You Need To Change Your Car Tyres
As with any product which has a shelf life, tyres too get old and tired after considerable use. Worn out tyres, if used can often prove catastrophic on the roads because they can cause cars to spiral out of control. Also tyres not performing optimally and which should have been …
Read More »Nigerian Traffic Law: 29 Commandments (Updated)
In recent times, Nigerian traffic laws have been amended. As a driver, it’s very important to know this. Outlined below are the Nigerian Traffic Laws: Traffic moves on the right side of the road, overtaking is on the left side. The minimum driving age is 18 years. It is not …
Read More »Amazing: How To Remove Paint Scratches On Your Car With Nail Polish
Paint scratches are common with cars, especially in Lagos where rough driving is an everyday thing. For minor scratches on your car, here is a fantastic way of getting rid of it. Watch this short video, it’s amazing.
Read More »How To Drive In A Foggy Harmattan Weather
It’s that time of year when harmattan prevails. In some areas of Nigeria this can cause dense fog and make visibility near zero, so how do we drive safely in this type of condition. Listed below are a few tips to tackle this challenge: 1.) Allow More Distance Between Vehicles Increase …
Read More »How To Get Into Your Car When Locked Out
I have locked myself out of my car in the past and if you’ve owned a car for awhile, chances are you’ve locked your keys inside. You can pay to have a professional break into your car for you, or you can just learn how to do it yourself to …
Read More »What To Do When Your Car Breaks Down In An Isolated Area
This is one of the most dreaded situation drivers would ever want to find themselves but it’s bound to happen at any given time, so if this does happen, how do you have it under control? Here are some useful tips to help you get prepared. 1.) Don’t panic It …
Read More »Transmission Fluids: What You Need To Know
The two most important systems in a car are the Engine and Transmission systems. When it comes to these two, never ever take it for granted because if damaged, they can and will completely ground your car. Your transmission fluid should be replaced every 30,000 to 60,000 miles on your …
Read More »How to Clean Leather Car Seats
It’s easy to neglect your car’s interior, especially when it comes to keeping the seats clean; however, keeping the leather seats in great condition can really make your car stand out. You’ll want to remove surface dirt, clean the leather, and condition the seats regularly. While this may sound labor …
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