Like every component of a car, the battery is subject to wearing out over time. Unfortunately, this is inevitable for all battery types. Sooner or later you may have to shop for a new battery. But how do you know the right battery for your car? Batteries are measured in capacities called …
Read More »Is It Right To Use ATF As Substitute For Power Steering Fluid?
It’s common to see automatic transmission fluid (ATF) used in place of power steering fluid (SF), but is this safe? In order to understand this better we have to know the functions of these fluids in both the power-steering system and transmission system. Any vehicle with a hydraulic power-steering system …
Read More »Is There A Way To Make My Car Last Longer Than Expected?
Is there a way to make my car last longer than expected? Scotty Kilmer, one of the world’s most experienced mechanics gives a hint about the secrets that will not only save you a huge amount of money, but will probably make your car last forever. This is no joke! …
Read More »A Closer Look At The Windshield Wiper
As the rain continues, there is a need for a good windshield wiper. This is particularly important because of its uses to enhance a driver’s vision during a downpour. All wipers may appear to look similar but they are not. There are various types of wipers with their unique individual features …
Read More »Things You Should Never Leave In The Car
It is fair to consider a car not just a means of transportation, but also a means to keep things. After all, only you can get into it legally anyway. And while it’s perfectly okay to keep some things in the car, there are plenty of other items that really shouldn’t be there for …
Read More »How To Know The Quality Of Gasoline From It’s Colour
Bad gasoline or fuel is the number one cause of a whole host of problems with a car. It often starts with the “Check Engine” light coming on, difficulty starting your car, sluggish in movement, rough idling or shaking of the engine while it’s running, pinging sounds from the engine, reduced fuel …
Read More »How To Differentiate A Bad Kick-Starter From A Bad Battery
Diagnosing a bad kick-starter is fairly straightforward, but sometimes confusing and can be mistaken for a bad battery or vice versa. A bad kick-starter often comes with a telltale loud clicking sound, which is either fast or slow tempo. Interestingly, a bad battery acts in a similar manner. So how can we …
Read More »Reason Why Your Transmission Slips Out Of Gear
Gear slipping is one of the common transmission problems a car can have. A sure way to know that your car transmission is slipping out of gear is the sudden high revving of the engine when your car is in motion, the car will loose speed or traction when this …
Read More »How To Properly Use A Car Fire Extinguisher
Car fire extinguisher is probably one of the tools found in a car mostly taken for granted. Some people only use it because of the requirement by law and insurance. The survey shows that two out of every five car owners actually know how to properly use a fire extinguisher. This may …
Read More »Reasons Why You Should Be Talking About Ford F-150
The pick-up market is more competitive than ever these days. Every year, high-quality entries ensure that the pick-up truck vehicle segment is still dominated by the big three automakers: Ford, GM, and Toyota. It’s well-known that choosing any of these brands will get you an excellent vehicle. But what qualities …
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