It is common for your vehicle to encounter mechanical problems that need repair; all machines do. When such mechanical problems occur, you should ensure that you get quality repair services. For that to happen, you need to choose the right mechanic. Here's what you should know when choosing your auto mechanic: 1. Specialisation The mechanic you choose should specialise in vehicles of your car's make and model. This indicates that they have enough experience in troubleshooting and repairing your car effectively.
25 June 2020
Tinting your vehicle can make it look attractive and also offer you privacy while on the move. Furthermore, some people tint the windows in their cars to protect themselves from the sun's rays. However, specific considerations go into tinting your vehicle windows. Here is all you need to know about car window tinting. Types of Car Window Films and Where to Place Them When reviewing your window tint options, it is crucial to understand the different kinds of window films in the market.
8 May 2020
When your vehicle fails, then the best person to fix it is the person who knows most about it. You wouldn't consider asking a washing machine engineer to fix your oven or a gardener to repair your roof just because they were the cheapest option. Instead, you would look at their expertise to see whether or not they were qualified for the task. Since expertise is always central, why is it that so many people never take their car to an authorised dealer?
25 March 2020
Most fleet owners or managers know only too well how costly a set of tyres can be for the average truck. These tyres can represent a significant line item on the annual maintenance budget and, consequently, they will want to do as much as possible to keep those costs in check. In this case, they should pay more attention to the axle and wheel alignment and should get them checked periodically, not just when they fit new covers.
10 January 2020
With trucking companies looking for a new generation of truckers — considering the large age gap existing in the industry — now would be the right time to enrol in a heavy vehicle operator class. The course will equip you with the requisite skills to enter the trucking industry with confidence. However, it would help if you were careful when choosing your heavy vehicle operator class because it determines the quality of education you get.
3 January 2020
For an internal combustion engine to work perfectly, it must receive a very precise amount of fuel that must be mixed with the correct volume of air and ignited at the right moment. Many different components combine to make this happen, and one of the most important is the fuel injector. Generally speaking, fuel injectors are reliable, and their performance is managed by various sensors, but they will degrade over the normal course of things and will eventually need to be replaced.
27 December 2019
The timing belt is a critical component of your vehicle's timing system. It controls the movement of the valves and pistons during ignition. In the extract below, you will learn more about the timing belt and why it is a critical component of your car. Work of the Timing Belt Four-stroke engines have four engine cycles. During the intake cycle, the intake valve opens, and the piston moves down, creating a vacuum and allowing air and fuel inside the combustion chamber.
27 December 2019