Category: Maintenance Tip

Washing Vehicle Without Water MILTA Technology
Sep 16, 2017
Washing Vehicle Without Water

Would you believe if we said that washing your car without water could be more effective? Diluted car wash fluid which could be filled up in a spray bottle seems to be very useful. The best way is to go section by section from the top till the tyres. For a whipping use micro fibre […]

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A CVT gearbox is different to most others MILTA Technology
Sep 14, 2017
A CVT gearbox is different to most others

There are no cogs, just two cones and a belt. As the car accelerates, the distance between the two cones widens, and the belt changes position and therefore gear. Superbly smooth gear changes and good fuel economy wise but the engine can be a bit loud at times.

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A dual-clutch automatic gearbox system uses two clutches MILTA Technology
Sep 13, 2017
A dual-clutch automatic gearbox system uses two clutches

One to drive the car and one to prepare for the gear change. These systems are complex and therefore hard to repair and can be unreliable. They do offer remarkably smooth gear changes though and good fuel economy.

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The traditional automatic gearbox uses a torque converter MILTA Technology
Sep 12, 2017
The traditional automatic gearbox uses a torque converter

While a traditional gearbox may offer nice and smooth gear changes as well as being reliable and easy to fix when things go wrong, they aren’t the most fuel efficient options on the market. They can be slow to shift gears too.

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It’s important to keep an eye on the condition of your tyres if you own an electric vehicle MILTA Technology
Sep 08, 2017
It’s important to keep an eye on the condition of your tyres if you own an electric vehicle

This is because the weight of the battery can cause the car to be heavier in some cases and they also deliver torque instantly. Hard acceleration or unnecessarily pushing hard into a turn should also be avoided.

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Signs of a Battery Problem? MILTA Technology
Aug 31, 2017
Signs of a Battery Problem?

If you go to start your vehicle and on cranking the engine, no lights come on in the car at all, this is indicative of a battery problem. This is because all the lights in the vehicle are powered by the battery. A jump start may resolve the issue temporarily, but you may need to […]

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Signs of a Battery Problem? MILTA Technology
Aug 31, 2017
Signs of a Battery Problem?

If you go to start your vehicle and on cranking the engine, no lights come on in the car at all, this is indicative of a battery problem. This is because all the lights in the vehicle are powered by the battery. A jump start may resolve the issue temporarily, but you may need to […]

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Ugly Truth About Long Battery Life MILTA Technology
Aug 29, 2017
Ugly Truth About Long Battery Life

Many battery manufacturers claim that their batteries last for five years or more or that they are providing you with a super long life battery. It’s important to get your warranty as most batteries only work efficiently for around three years. Also, the more they’re used, the quicker their life expectancy will reduce.

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If your battery is flat, one solution is to get a jump start. MILTA Technology
Aug 27, 2017
If your battery is flat, one solution is to get a jump start.

You need to remember to leave the engine running for around 30 minutes and that it won’t instantly recharge your battery. Too many jump starts in a short period of time indicates a more serious issue and jump starting can actually damage the battery and its components.

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You should always check the condition of your battery and components MILTA Technology
Aug 26, 2017
You should always check the condition of your battery and components

The battery wires and terminals can quickly become damaged, broken or even corroded. If you spot the problem early, you may not be forced to shell out for a new battery.

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