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 […]
Month: April 2017
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.
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 […]
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.
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.
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 […]
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.
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.
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 […]
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.









