Repairing and Servicing Your Car

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Repairing and Servicing Your Car

Being a responsible road user involves much more than just understanding the rules of the road. It also means that you need to have a sound understanding of how to repair and service your car to ensure it is kept in a roadworthy condition. I'm not a mechanic, but I am very good friends with a mechanic at my local auto service centre. He has given me lots of fantastic advice which has helped me to keep my car on the road. I hope the things I have published on this blog will help you to service your vehicle. Enjoy!

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4 Things You Should Never Do After Leaving Your Car Out During a Freeze

22 June 2016
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So, you've just woken up to find that temperatures dropped below freezing during the night. You look out at the car to see that it's covered in ice, and your heart sinks. Unfortunately, there are a number of mistakes that drivers tend to make when this occurs. Here are four of the most common; make sure you don't commit them. 1. Idling to Warm Up Nobody likes having to get into a freezing car in the morning, especially when they are facing a commute to work across icy roads. Read More …

How Do You Know Your Manual Clutch Needs Work?

17 May 2016
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Clutches need repair work every now and then. Sometimes you will need a complete replacement. If you catch many problems earlier enough, you can usually keep the cost of clutch repairs to a minimum. That means looking out for problems. Here are four signs your clutch needs work. There's Too Much Give Clutches should have a little give and then you will feel pressure, which is a sign the clutch is engaging with the gear box. Read More …

What to Consider When Buying Solar Panels for a Caravan

9 May 2016
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Solar panels for a caravan can keep you powered up even if you enjoy parking away from actual campgrounds, where there are no electrical hookups. They can also cut down on your use of electricity, if you're looking to "go green" and reduce your consumption of power from a power plant overall. Whatever your reasons for buying a solar panel, you want to ensure you consider a few features and factors so you know you get the right one and what's involved with its use. Read More …

Pull Your Car Over if You Notice These Signs

13 April 2016
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When you are driving down the road, you might notice subtle signs that are telling you to pull your car over. In some cases, it is due to driving difficulty, while in other cases it is simply for safety or convenience. Here are some signs that you need to pull over right away, which should not be ignored. Heat or Flames  If your car is showing any signs of overheating or even showing flames, you need to pull over immediately and call a tow truck. Read More …

Factors to Consider When Contemplating Truck Rentals

13 April 2016
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Four-wheel drive trucks are ideal for a myriad of applications. However, due to how durable and sturdy they are, they are also one of the most expensive vehicles that you could invest in. As such, if you are only looking to use a truck temporarily, for example when moving house or perhaps for an off road trip, it may be in your best interests to opt for truck rentals instead. A common mistake newbies make when it comes to hiring a truck is simply opting for something that fits within their budget without having any other factors to consider that would help narrow down their options. Read More …