Month: April 2017

Do I Need Cabin Air Filter Service? MILTA Technology
Apr 30, 2017
Do I Need Cabin Air Filter Service?

The cabin air filter helps to clean the air before it enters the car. It will collect dust and pollen. A pollen filter is more for comfort than a critical system for a car. If you manage to remove the filter without a mechanic’s help, you can inspect it yourself. It can’t be wet, full […]

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Chevrolet Nova Failed in Mexico MILTA Technology
Apr 30, 2017
Chevrolet Nova Failed in Mexico

Language difference could have a crucial part in sales. General Motors needed to change the model name, Chevrolet Nova in Spanish speaking country. Sales were bad because “nova” in Spanish means “doesn’t go”. After changing a name to Caribe, sales took off.

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Car Dent Repair by Yourself MILTA Technology
Apr 29, 2017
Car Dent Repair by Yourself

Bumping or crashing could have left small dings or bigger dimples on your vehicle. In the very lucky scenario with small dents, you can try to resolve the problem yourself. Just paint it up after using sandpaper. You can even use a rubber plunger to pop the surface back. A dent repair kit could also […]

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Every SUV Has a Risk of Flipping Over MILTA Technology
Apr 28, 2017
Every SUV Has a Risk of Flipping Over

Driving a large vehicle at high speed in windy weather doesn’t have anymore as big risk to flipping over as in the past. New technologies have helped SUV’s to be safer vehicles. All thanks to electronically moderated all-wheel drive configuration, systems of modern traction control and torque vectoring.

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Find a Cause of Engine Vibration MILTA Technology
Apr 27, 2017
Find a Cause of Engine Vibration

Drivers could get scared from vibrations and noises that come from the engine. One cause of engine vibration is a problem with itself. Second could be a bent axle. A wheel can also cause vibration. Vibration while using brakes could also lead to shakes. The most common cause is a problem with tyres.

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Look out for oil pump failure MILTA Technology
Apr 26, 2017
Look out for oil pump failure

Oil pump failure is one of the rarest car problems you can face. However, failure could cause significant problems with an engine’s performance. The sign to look for is on the dashboard. An engine indicator alert could also mean a problem with an oil pump. Pay additional attention to low oil pressure, increased engine operating […]

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The vehicle manual is a good maintenance planner MILTA Technology
Apr 26, 2017
The vehicle manual is a good maintenance planner

Car owners rarely prepare their vehicle or themselves for scheduled maintenance. One of the negative outcomes is a high cost of a check up. A very useful thing is a car’s manufacturer’s manual. They designed and built your vehicle and prepared the service manual for you. They know best, so listen to their guidance.

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arrow by fuel indicator shows gas tank location MILTA Technology
Apr 25, 2017
arrow by fuel indicator shows gas tank location

Sometimes, we can’t remember on which side of the car is the gas tank. Manufacturers in newer models have designed an answer for drivers. It’s a triangle or arrow next to the gas pump icon on the fuel indicator. The triangle will show the side on which to pull up to the pump.

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Motion sickness is milder when you are the driver MILTA Technology
Apr 25, 2017
Motion sickness is milder when you are the driver

There is a phenomenon that driving a vehicle is less nauseating than being in a passenger seat. Scientists have different explanations, such as mismatching information being received from various senses. Others thought that the inner ear was overstimulated. Researchers from Israel found that the importance of being in control of movement helps to reduce motion […]

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Road safety signs with extraordinary design MILTA Technology
Apr 24, 2017
Road safety signs with extraordinary design

People tend to no longer pay attention to road signs. Designers have come to help with tactics of using special road signs. You have probably seen a smiley or sad face under speed boards. On some UK roads, they have replaced “children crossing” signs with black life-size silhouettes of children.

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