The Ford Focus will soon see the next-gen Focus produced solely in China
This is after Ford abandoned plans to create a $1.8 billion production centre in Mexico. Ford believe it will save them up to $1 billion by building the next-gen Focus in China.
Keep your power steering fluid topped up
Power steering fluid helps to keep steering nice and smooth. Give it a check once a month. If you notice a dramatic decrease in fluid, you may have a leak, so let a mechanic have a
Always keep an eye on the condition of your windscreen
Any small chip or crack has the potential to grow and get worse if ignored. If the damage obscures your view as the driver, it will need repairing immediately. If it cannot be fixe
The fastest production car in the world is not the Bugatti Veyron Super Sport
It’s the Hennessey Venom GT. The Bugatti has a top speed of 268mph and does hold the Guinness World Record for being the fastest car. However, the Hennessey Venom GT has a to
Keep your screen wash topped up at all times
It’s the law. Make sure you use a good, premium screen wash too. Some people choose to use water or a mixture of water and washing up liquid. This is no good as they both off
In 1998, South African inventor Charl Fourie, invented The Blaster, also known as “BMW Flamethrower”
Due to the increase in violent crime, The Blaster was a flamethrower that could be installed on the side of the vehicle, to see off potential car jackers.
In Porsche, the ignition is located on the left-hand side
This is due to their heritage of the Le Mans racing. Positioning the ignition on the left allowed the driver to start the car, push the clutch and engage the gear more efficiently.
Remember to check your tyres every two weeks or so
Look for damage and check the tyre pressures too. Also, make sure your tyre tread is within legal limits. If your tyres aren’t fit for purpose, you could be risking a fine. D
In Sweden, all vehicles must have their headlights on at all times
During the daytime, you can use fog lights instead of regular headlights. However, you are not permitted to use multiple lights at the same time (e.g. fog lights and headlights).
Shop around and play dealers off against each other
Checking the prices of a car at various dealerships will allow you to find the best financial deal. Also, you can go to the dealers and ask them to beat their competitor’s pr