Your car is a machine and tools are essential for fixing and correcting issues all the time. Since cars are considered mobile machines, vehicles can break down anywhere without notice and you wouldn’t want to be stranded in the middle of nowhere in dead of the night, that’s why it’s …
Read More »A Simple Understanding How Automatic Transmission Works
Many cars today comes with automatic transmission drive or gear commonly known by most Nigerians. Matter of fact automatic driven transmission cars are the favourites of many people around the world today because of how simple it is to operate and how convenient it makes a driving experience. Understanding how …
Read More »Driver’s License: What It Is And Processes To Get One
A driver’s license is an official document permitting a specific individual to operate one or more types of motorized vehicles, such as a motorcycle, car, truck, or bus on a public road. The Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) has been mandated by the Federal Government of Nigeria to process and coordinate the issuance of the driver’s license …
Read More »Starter Solenoid Problems And Fixes
A whole lot of things can cause a vehicle with a fully charged battery not to start. One of the cause is a starter solenoid contact or brushes popularly known by many Nigerians as Kick-starter brush. Many people get confused when this happens because it rarely gives any sign before …
Read More »Understanding The SOHC And DOHC Engine Layouts
It’s important to understand your car’s engine, you don’t have to be a technician to know this, matter of fact this knowledge can help save you unnecessary costs. Many vehicles today have specific engine layouts based on the manufacturer’s goals in terms of fuel efficiency, performance and engine size. There …
Read More »When Your Battery Fuse Is Blown: Symptoms And Fixes
You get into your car, get your key out to start your car but no response. If you find yourself in this situation after you have ruled out any possible problems with your alternator, check your car battery and your battery connectors are clean and you have done nothing to …
Read More »Things To Know When Choosing A Spare Tyre
Nobody likes the idea of ending up stranded in the middle of nowhere because of a flat tyre. That is why having a spare tyre in the vehicle is always a good idea. There is no complete car without a replacement tyre. A spare tyre is a matter of safety …
Read More »When Your Kickstarter Is Faulty: Causes And Solution
A vehicle’s kickstarter is the part of a car system responsible for initiating the engine ignition which starts the running of the car. Kickstarter problems arise unexpectedly and for more than one reason. Whenever there’s corroded terminals, loose connections, a bad, worn out or damaged system component you’ll notice. Starting …
Read More »Nigerian Customs: What You Must Know About Vehicle Duty Process
I recently had the opportunity of having a conversation with a senior Nigerian customs officer. He pointed out that because only clearing agents with licence can clear vehicles on the Nigerian ports, many Nigerians are kept in the dark about the processes involved. Sometimes careless or unscrupulous clearing agents don’t perfect …
Read More »4 Ideas for an Adventure on Wheels
All of the motorcycle lovers out there can probably agree that one of the most exciting things about riding is the adrenaline rush that comes with it. In as much as this may be true, the reality is that there are adventures that you can take on other wheels outside …
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