It is wonderful to have the sense of freedom that owning your first car can bring, but budgeting for car expenses in an already tight budget can cause stress. While you may be tempted to delay having your car serviced as a way to save money, you could face an expensive repair bill if your car has an issue that could have been diagnosed while at the service centre. There are three main ways, however, you can still have the service done without spending more money than you can afford.…
There are several reasons you may consider making your caravan your full-time home. You may want to reduce your bills, or you may have lost an income source that makes your current living situation stressful. The good news is, you can make a go of having your caravan be your full-time home with these quick how-to tips.
Add a Satellite
One difference between most homes and a caravan is the presence of Internet or cable television services.…
Automatic transmissions have soared in popularity thanks to the effortless drive they provide. Without the need to change gears like you do with manual transmissions, you’ll enjoy a seamless drive in dense traffic situations. But like any other mechanical component, automatic transmissions can give trouble if not maintained properly. This guide is designed to equip you with smart ways to prolong the shelf life of the automatic transmission in your car.…
One of the major consequences of driving your vehicle is that you are constantly exposing the engine to high temperatures. This is why vehicle manufacturers have incorporated cooling mechanisms into the vehicle to prevent any undue damage caused by regular use of the vehicle. However, these cooling mechanisms need regular maintenance just as the rest of your vehicle. Left unchecked, they can develop serious problems that can lead to expensive engine and radiator repairs.…
An overheating car can be one of the worst nightmares that any car owner can experience. This is because the only way to resolve the problem is to call for roadside assistance. Otherwise, the problem may get worse if you drive that car. This article discusses some of the reasons why cooling systems fail. Use this information as a guide to performing routine car radiator repairs or maintenance.
Leaking Radiator Hoses…
Being involved in a car accident is always unfortunate, whether or not you got harmed in the process. Almost always after a fender bender or a major accident, your vehicle will require some degree of smash repairs. However, not many vehicle owners know what to consider when they take their vehicle to be fixed. Usually, since most smash repairs are covered by insurance, be it by yours or the other party’s, you will find that vehicle owners will only be concerned about when they will be able to reclaim use of their vehicle.…
The transmission is an important module in the automotive structure. The component is designed to convey and control the power from the engine to the drive wheels. In simple terms, the transmission is responsible for changing the gear in your vehicle, either manually or automatically. This is accomplished by varying the high rotational speed produced by the engine to deliver the most appropriate power to the wheels. The transmission system is built to provide prolonged service after installation.…
Every car owner knows that finding a reliable auto mechanic is something to celebrate. If you are out there, tired of skipping from one mechanic to the other, you have come to the right place. There are a few characteristics that you can use to gauge if an auto center is reliable or not. Read all about them below and save yourself time, money and further disappointments.
Has a busy garage…
Without a properly functioning water pump, there will be no cooling in your vehicle, which will cause your entire engine to overheat and fail. Here are some of the most common water pump failures, their causes, and how to fix them.
Shaft Breakage
Your bearing is the part of your water pump where the impeller is allowed continual rotation to keep the system running. The shaft that connects your impeller to your bearing can cause the system to fail if it becomes damaged, because the impeller will no longer receive mechanical support from the bearing.…
When you buy a new tyre for your car, you may see the tyre store offers wheel alignments as well. You might forego this service, assuming that it’s not very important since your car can still be driven even if you don’t have the wheels aligned. This thinking is actually very shortsighted as there are good reasons to ensure that your car’s tyres are always properly aligned. Note a few of those reasons here.…
