Knowing my wife’s car is safe

Posted on: 12 August 2015
The body of a vehicle always sustains some degree of damage during minor and major accidents. Common types of body distortions include paint scratches, dents and dings. Collisions and crashes will result in more serious structural alterations like bent frames and irreparable body panel tears. Therefore, the refurbishment of the bodywork is as important as the restoration of other automotive parts like the engine. There are critical factors that you must consider before commissioning smash repairs after an accident.
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Posted on: 6 August 2015
If you are in the market for a new or used car, then you know one of the things you can order is a car history report. These reports give you details on accidents, repairs, and anything that may have been reported to insurance companies based on the vehicle identification number. Though these reports are very detailed, there are a few things they may leave out that you want or need to know.
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Posted on: 31 July 2015
When you are buying a used car, you take the risk of buying 'someone else's problems'. However, if you inspect your car thoroughly before you buy it, you can figure out what repairs, if any, are going to be needed immediately, and armed with that info, you can make an informed decision. Here's what to do: 1. Check under the car for leaks Don't be shy about crawling under the car to check for leaks.
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Posted on: 29 July 2015
One of the problems that you are likely to face as the owner of a vehicle with a diesel engine is a failure of the fuel injector. This is a small part of the engine, but it can have serious effects on the workings of your car. How can you tell that your car may be suffering from an injector failure? Read on and find out the common tell-tale signs that will alert you to this problem.
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