In an internal combustion engine, petrol, air and electricity combine to create a controlled explosion that pushes the pistons downward to create energy and motion. As you can imagine, this creates a significant amount of heat within an enclosed area and this results in a rapid temperature buildup as the engine runs. While your car has several inbuilt cooling systems to take care of this issue, one of the most important components is the radiator. Read More»
The difficult truth is that most cars have substandard audio systems. You will often find that some speakers don’t work, are underpowered, or are overused and sound distorted. If you love music and are looking to get better performance from your vehicle’s audio system, you should consider installing an amplifier to supplement your car’s sound. Many people mistakenly view amplifiers as audio devices that are only necessary for chest-thumping bass. Indeed, you may see some vehicles on the road blasting loud music and get the wrong impression about amplifiers. Read More»
Remember that cold snap that seemed to last forever last winter? Forecasters predict that there will be more of the same as this season rolls around again, and you need to be ready if you’re going to be comfortable during your morning commute to work. You may remember that your vehicle’s heater was a little unpredictable last time, so you need to take action now before you get caught out again. Read More»
If you’re like most people, you probably don’t give the alignment of your car’s wheels a lot of thought. But badly aligned wheels can end up costing you money and even put you and your passengers at risk. What is wheel alignment? When your wheels are aligned they will be parallel to one another and will track perfectly straight when you drive along the road. The adjustments your car needs to align the wheels are highly technical. Read More»
Taking your car in for needed repairs may not be your idea of a fun afternoon, but it’s absolutely necessary to do this once your car starts acting up. Small problems with your car can indicate major trouble under the hood, and this trouble can lead to serious repair bills and to having your car break down when you least expect it. To help you better understand what you might be facing when it comes to car repairs and their accompanying costs, note a few troubleshooting tips for common car repair issues. Read More»