knowing when your clutch needs replacing
Your clutch is the drive-link between your engine and gearbox, and depending on what type of car you drive and the power it makes, and to an extent, your driving style, it could last for many thousands of miles, or be done within a year
how to replace your cars brakes
We should start this by saying that replacing your car's brakes discs and pads, is a specialized job, sometimes requiring specialist tooling, and should only be carried out by a competent mechanic your life quite literally depends on these work
how to purchase the right filters for your car
When it comes time to replace the various filters on your vehicle, you have a couple of decisions to make.
how to tell when your brakes need replacing
The very nature of car brakes, and how they're designed to work means that they wear out, and depending on the model or type of car,
how to maintain your cars brakes
A car can be a glorious thing giving you independence, the ability to go wherever you want, a load
common signs that your clutch needs replacing
A car is a complicated thing, there are (averagely) around 30,000 single components in a regular car, all designed to give you that effortless, trouble-free experience of switching the ignition on and just driving wherever you need to go.
common problems with car brakes
When you think about the life and purpose of a car's brakes, you´ll see just what stresses they have to go through they need to be able to work in all weathers
know what to look for: common engine problems
Ever wondered what that noise is you’re hearing from under the bonnet? Maybe you’re curious why your exhaust makes you catch your breath with just one small sniff.
how your car battery works and signs it needs replacing
When you drive your car, you don’t think about how it works. You just drive, expecting that everything will continue to operate as it should.
how to buy a reconditioned engine the correct way
A shudder and a shake, a knock, rattle, and your engine clang to a stop. There’s a finality to it that takes your breath away.
five signs your engine needs replacing
Your car is seriously sick. It’s not something you fancy dealing with because, as everyone knows, car repairs are quite costly. That’s especially so for the engine.
20 checks you should do before buying a second-hand car
It doesn’t matter if you’re looking at a private sale or a second-hand car from a dealer.
10 parts of an engine you should know
Ever wondered how an engine works? It’s an incredibly intricate machine that doesn’t seem like it should operate.
turbo and supercharger
Ever since the first engines were produced and installed into cars, people looked for a way to enhance performance and power.
transmission
Transmission is one of the most crucial components of a car‘s drivetrain and a very important factor in the car‘s drivability, fuel economy and overall performance.
the guide to all currently available engine configurations
Even though the industry has come a long way since the first cars rolled off the assembly lines, some of the principles and patents are still basically unchanged.
summer driving tips
You would be surprised to learn that summer, not winter is the most dangerous driving season. During the summer, more people decide to go on longer trips, often abroad, and combined with high temperatures, big traffic jams, lack of concentration;
steering system
Each time you turn your steering wheel, your front wheels react turning your car in wanted direction but we are sure that you never thought of what exact processes are happening underneath the car and how the car manages to turn so smooth
exhaust system and catalytic converters
Remember when we told you that you can make a number of analogies between cars and the human body.
engines intake system
Often when explaining the functions of a car's engine, we can use analogies with the human body. The engine is like a heart, engine power is like muscles, shock absorbers are like knees and so on.
engines cooling system
Regardless of the type of fuel it uses, every internal combustion engine generates an excessive amount of heat while operating. While in motion, pistons create an extensive amount of friction despite being lubricated and if not controlled,
engine block cylinder head and cylinders
Today, we will tell you about the crucial parts of the engine, the engine block, cylinder head, and the cylinders.
car electrical system
Some automotive historians claim that the car is the greatest contraption ever invented by men. It combines almost all of mankind‘s achievements
brake system
For ages, car enthusiasts have argued what is the most important component of a car.
how the seasons and weather can affect your car battery
Modern cars are designed to be dependable transport for everyday use and to sustain all weather conditions. This doesn´t mean that the weather doesn‘t affect car batteries and electrical systems
the main differences between old and modern car batteries
Most drivers take car batteries for granted and don‘t think of them as important car components. However, car batteries are irreplaceable parts of every vehicle and crucial components in proper functioning of your car
if the car doesn't start is it the car battery‘s fault?
At least once in a lifetime, every motorist has experienced problems with starting the car. This is an extremely frustrating occurrence and it often happens when you are in a hurry or already late for a meeting. In most cases, the reason behind a
how to tell if you have a faulty car battery and 5 reasons why it is not working
Car batteries very rarely die all of a sudden and unpleasantly surprise you when you try to start the car in the morning. In most cases, they give signs that their life is near its end and that it would be wise to replace it before you get
how to jump start your car properly (including how to use a jump starter charger)
In the previous articles, we discussed all important issues regarding car batteries, from common problems to installing and maintaining this important car component. However, today we will tell you how to properly jump start your car using another
how to dispose of your old car batteries in safe and environmentally friendly manner
As you might know already, batteries of all kinds are extremely toxic and should be disposed of accordingly. In the case of car batteries, proper disposing and/or recycling is very important...
how to change your battery and how to install it correctly
We fully understand that not all motorists are crafty with tools and ready to jump in DIY challenges maintaining or even restoring their cars
how a failing car battery can affect your car
As we already mentioned, a car battery is one of the essential components of any car and a crucial part which not only provides electrical power for the engine but for all other car systems. That is why a failing car battery is a serious problem
common car battery problems and how to maintain it correctly
p>Despite the fact that modern car batteries are proven and durable components capable of lasting several years of everyday torture without any problems, there are still several things that can go wrong. Modern car batteries are expected to last at
10 basic facts about car batteries
As you already know, car batteries are one of the crucial car components. In fact, they are equally important as fuel since without electric power you wouldnÃt be able to start the vehicle, keep it running and power headlights and all other systems.
20 checks you should do before buying second hand car
Used car market is very tempting these days. You can pick up perfect, slightly used examples with good equipment and in fantastic condition for just a fraction of the original price. Some cars on offer are so good and so affordable that you start
5 things that will damage your paintwork
What is the first thing you notice on a car? Is it its stance or front end design? Or is it a paint job? For the most of us, a car’s paint job is the first thing to see and if the car is nice and shiny, it is automatically more attractive than
5 reasons why your car does not start
We have all probably been in this situation. You wake up in the morning, sit behind the wheel, and turn the key, but nothing happens. The car won’t start and you are already late for work. Is it too late to call a taxi or ask somebody to give
signs you need to adjust and or replace your parking brake cable
Have you ever had that gut-wrenching feeling of walking away from your car and seeing it roll forwards or backwards from the space where you parked it? Or hearing that ëcrunchà as it gently rolls into another vehicle or wall?
common signs that your clutch needs replacing
A car is a complicated thing, there are (averagely) around 30,000 single components in a regular car, all designed to give you that effortless, trouble-free experience of switching the ignition on and just driving wherever you need to go.
common problems with car brakes
When you think about the life and purpose of a car´s brakes, you´ll see just what stresses they have to go through; they need to be able to work in all weathers ñ sunshine, rain and snow
three reasons your drum brake will stick
Despite most new cars using disc brakes, there are still one or two older cars or commercial vans that use drum brakes ñ quite literally a ëdrum´ in which two brake shoes are forced against (internally) to slow the vehicle down.
how to buy car parts online
During the lifetime of most of those reading this article we’ve gone from the only sources for cars parts was what was available locally – the dealership, car parts store
how to purchase the correct parts for your car
One would assume that for one of the simplest of all DIY car service, and oil change, that I’ll you’d have to do is walk up to the counter at your local parts store and ask for a filter for your 2014 Ford Focus
how you can easily replace your windscreen wipers
It’s always better to replace your windscreen wipers before they wear out. No one wants to be traveling down the motorway, engage their wipers, and find themselves squinting through a streaky winds
signs that your vehicles filters need replacing
Every type of filter on your car will need to be serviced a little differently. These filters will have different service intervals, as well as different symptoms to look for when they need to be replaced.
5 reasons why your car stalls
Imagine yourself driving along and all of a sudden, your car starts choking, losing power and stopping. You don‘t understand what is the problem because only moments ago it worked
10 reasons why the uk police will pull you over in your car
Even though we all heard reports of police being rude, unreasonable or too harsh to motorists, the truth is that law enforcement officers are an extremely important factor in keeping the traffic from becoming chaotic and dangerous
10 parts of an engine you should know
Ever wondered how an engine works? It’s an incredibly intricate machine that doesn’t seem like it should operate. Petrol or diesel fuel is burned at extremely high temperatures in a confined space.
new car releases 2018
We will present you 10 most interesting new 2018 cars which will become available in the next couple of months.
the pros and cons of electric cars
Even though modern electric cars represent the latest trend in the automotive industry, the patent is in fact quite old. The first electric vehicles were produced in the early 20th century but very soon
why you should never let your car run low on diesel
At least once in its driving career, every motorist experiences running out of fuel. It happens when you forget to fill up, don‘t look at the fuel gauge or you have bad fuel line which leaks the precious fluid from your engine
seasonal maintenance summer checks you should not neglect
Even if you are not an experienced driver or car enthusiast, you probably know that cars need some preparation before summer as well as winter in order to have a perfectly enjoyable driving experience and a trouble-free ride
petrol or diesel cars which is better
ver since diesel vehicles became widely available and popular, there has been raging discussion what is the better fuel for your car
how to identify fluid leaks from your car
Fluids leak from your car and your unsure what it is this guide could help you identify what fluid it is
how your car battery works and signs it needs replacing
When you drive your car, you don't think about how it works. You just drive, expecting that everything will continue to operate as it should
your cars filters: what you need to know
Every car has similar filters on board. When broken down into the basics, they are easy to remember and maintain. You will find two types of filters, fluid filters, and air filters.
how many parts are in a car?
Cars have become an integral part of most of our lives. They make traveling from one place to another an easy task and ensure that you get to work on time. They are by your side regardless of what time of the day it is. You can say...
how to buy car parts online
Gone are the days when customers were forced to visit physical shops if they wished to purchase anything. Now, the world has advanced to such a stage that you are able to get your hands on anything you need without moving a muscle...
how to buy car parts
The cost of replacing parts is sufficient to scare off car owners. You will often come across auto parts whose prices are so staggeringly...
how to sell car parts on ebay
You have some spare car parts in your garage which are of no use to you. What are you going to do? Sell them, of course! What is the point of keeping a fully functioning auto part that you know you will not use and will just get ...
how to identify car parts
In the world we live in today, it is close to impossible to survive without a car or any other medium of transport. This is because we find ourselves commuting a lot, whether it be for work or for merely running chores...
how to clean aluminum car parts
Regardless of whether you are thinking of prepping your car so that it can be made available to be purchased, get it clean preceding mechanical surgery; or simply would prefer not to wince when you open the hood, a bit of cleaning would improve thing
how to order car parts from japan
Getting the right car parts is a challenging and risky task, and the process is not as straightforward as you might think. We all know that Japanese car parts are the best, and everyone loves importing them. Buying online is, however...
how to make money selling car parts
The internet has made sure that you do not have to face any dearth of opportunities. A lot can be accomplished with the help of the internet with optimal ease and feasibility. For instance, when a certain part of your car incurred damage in the...
how do i find part numbers for my car
For most of us, our vehicles are our constant companion. It is hard to imagine life without them. Once you get your car, the prospect of using a bus or train to reach your office or the market seems like a long and tiring method of...
