2017

  • How to Improve a Car's Overall Handling and Performance


    If you want better performance and handling from your vehicle, you may not need to start shopping around for a new car altogether. There are many add-ons and accessories you can consider that will improve the performance of an engine, steering, braking, and everything else under the hood. Note a few tips on how to improve a car's overall handling and performance, and discuss these options with a mechanic as needed.
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  • How to Tell If You Need to Replace Your Vehicle's Diesel Pump


    Your car or truck is made up of thousands of different parts, some of which are much more important than others. In the grand scheme of things, it doesn't matter how powerful an engine you have in the front and how full your fuel tank is at the back if the diminutive diesel pump isn't working properly. If you think that this component may be playing up, what are some of the warning signs you should be looking out for?
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  • Remove Bugs From Your Grille With These Tips


    Cleaning bugs from your car's exterior can be difficult, but it can be even harder when the bugs are smashed into the grille on the front of your vehicle. Try these tips to remove caked-on bugs. Start With a Commercial Bug Cleaner For the best results, start with a commercial bug cleaner. Spray this liberally on your grille or any other areas of your car that have bugs caked on. The spray will moisten the bugs, making it easier to remove them.
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  • Why New Tyres Would Benefit Your Shock Absorbers


    Motorists will typically invest in regular car servicing to ensure that their vehicle stays in optimum condition for longer. However, no matter how frequent your car-servicing schedule is, your tyres are bound to wear down with time. Some people opt to buy second-hand tyres in an attempt to keep their purchase budget friendly. It should be noted that, although new tyres can be exorbitant, they are a much better option for your vehicle.
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  • The Various Upsides of Upsizing Your 4WD Vehicle's Wheels (and Tyres)


    4WDs are the vehicles of choice for off-road driving because they generally offer improved traction, better fuel economy and greater towing capacities. And the benefits do not end there. The suspension of 4WDs can be lifted using specialised lift kits to allow for the use of larger wheels. Naturally, you will have to use bigger tyres when you upsize your wheels.  So what are the advantages of lifting a 4WD's suspension so as to ride on upsized wheels and bigger tyres?
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