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How to Properly Care for Your Turbocharged Car
If you've just bought a replacement car, then you may now be the proud owner of a turbocharged vehicle. This may be a new experience for you, so you will need to know a little more about the turbo and, crucially, how to look after it to make the most of your acquisition. What should you keep in mind? Best of All Worlds The beauty of the turbocharger is that it can provide better fuel economy and more performance than to your previous vehicle.
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Automatic Transmissions: Things They Never Tell You in Driving School
A majority of drivers today have vehicles with automatic transmission. This is no surprise considering the numerous benefits attributed to a car with automatic transmission. First, the transmission is easy to use compared to a manual transmission. Newbies don't have to struggle to coordinate their limbs as they shift gears. Secondly, automatic cars give ample time to the driver to focus on the road rather than shifting the gears. This improves the driver's ability to respond to situations on the road and manage emergencies effectively.
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Issues With Automobile Quick Fixes You May Not Know About
There are several automobile issues you will have that may lead you to using a quick fix instead of a mechanic. Though these quick fix methods can help with the initial issue, you may be hurting your car more than you are helping it. You may also end up having to visit your car professional to fix the issues the quick fix caused. Here are some of the issues with those quick fixes and what you need to know about each one.
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Two reasons to use a pre-purchase inspection service before buying a used car
If you are thinking about buying a specific used car, it might be worth getting this vehicle inspected by a mechanic that provides a pre-purchase inspection service. Read on to find out why. It could create room for negotiation The results of the pre-purchase inspection service could potentially enable you to negotiate with the car seller and buy the vehicle for significantly less than the asking price. For example, if whilst performing the inspection service, the mechanic comes across any damage or defects that the seller did not disclose in their advertisement (or when they met you in person to show you the car), then you may be able to use this as a bargaining chip of sorts.
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How to Make Sure Your Car Heater Works in the Bleak Midwinter
It is said that people who live in subtropical climates suffer from a "thinner" blood, which makes them particularly susceptible to any colder weather. Whether this is just an old wives' tale or not, the fact remains that winter time can get quite chilly in certain parts of the continent. As you may remember this sensation from last year, you will need to make sure that your vehicle comes to your defence when the mercury dips, and make sure that the heater springs into action.
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How to Give Your Old Motor a New Lease of Life
Modern-day vehicles are designed to last for up to 100,000 km without any major failure. This is a testament to advanced technology, as well as to some of the latest materials available. However, vehicles from a generation or so ago were not as well built and may not be expected to last for such a long time. If you have one of these older motors in your driveway you may have noticed that it hasn't been performing as well in recent times and may be wondering whether the engine is 'okay.
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Why Diesel Vehicles Require Additional Maintenance
Although hybrid and electric technology is rapidly becoming more commonplace on Australian roads, consumers still have the most choice when it comes to selecting either a petrol or diesel vehicle for their next ride. If you've just switched over from petrol, then you may not be aware of certain important tasks that you need to perform if you're going to enjoy uninterrupted diesel motoring. What should you be aware of?
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Planning a Road Trip in the Winter? Follow These Preparation Tips
Going on a road trip is a great way to explore different areas you don't often get to visit, but if you are heading out in the winter, you need to take some extra precautions. It is important that your vehicle is ready and that you remember with rain, snow, and hail, there are safety risks involved in driving long distances. Here are some preparation tips for your winter road trip.
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Why You Should Consider Solar For Your Caravan
You may be aware of the benefits of solar energy in your home, but did you know you can also add solar panels on your caravan? There are a lot of amazing benefits for choosing to add them to your caravan. Take a look at the different ways you can have a more fulfilling trip with renewable energy. You Don't Rely on Electric Hookups Imagine being able to travel anywhere you want in your caravan and never having to look up which caravan camps have hookups?
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4 Ways to Maintain Your Transmission
When was the last time you checked your car's transmission system? Many drivers — particularly those with automatic transmissions— neglect this essential piece of car maintenance. In the long run, this leads to significant damage which can result in costly repairs. To keep your car in the best shape and to save money on repairs, follow these tips for transmission system maintenance. Keep your engine happy The transmission system is very closely linked to the engine.
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