Gasoline and diesel are the two main fuels for vehicles. Very few vehicles run on alternative fuels such as natural gas or electricity compared to the ones run on petroleum products. Petroleum is abundant within the earth, which is why it is so usefu… [Read more]
Safety Equipment in Modern Cars
Today’s automobiles offer several ways in which to make you and other occupants of your car safer than ever before. Let’s take a look at seven safety features that are found in many new cars. 1. Seat Belts Seat belts have been in use for many dec… [Read more]
Ten Vital Checks during Car Maintenance
There are several things you should consider when maintaining (performing routine services) your car, and some can drastically affect your safety while driving. Is your windscreen in proper working order? Cracks or chips can grow to become large crac… [Read more]
What’s So Special About a Fuel Pump?
Most cars on the road today use at least one electric fuel pump either inside the fuel tank or just outside of it. Older models use a manual fuel pump, especially if they make use of a carburetor instead of fuel injection. Automotive manufacturers de… [Read more]
What is a Misfire
A misfire occurs when the engine fails to complete combustion within the cylinders. The vehicle still starts and still runs as this occurs, however if the misfire continues it reaches a severe problem, the misfires will cause the vehicle to “lu… [Read more]
How to Jump Start a Car
Car batteries fail occasionally, and knowing how to quickly address the issue will help you get back on the road quickly. There are a few easy steps to take in order to jump start a stalled car. Have a set of jumper cables handy in your vehicle. This… [Read more]
Understanding Fuel Consumption and Fuel Efficiency
Fuel consumption and fuel efficiency work in direct relation with the other. Fuel efficiency is dependent on the fuel consumption of the vehicle driven and the distance driven and the type of vehicle. More to the point thermal efficiency is the conve… [Read more]
Used Car Safety Ratings
We often hear about new car safety ratings during television commercials for those models, but rarely do we seek the safety ratings of older-model vehicles. In Australia, safety ratings for cars built between 1996 and 2010 have been compiled based on… [Read more]
Tips for Choosing the Right Oils
Getting an oil change in the car seems like a simple job, until the mechanic asks what type of oil you would like to use. It may not seem possible, but there are many different types of oil for vehicles. Moreover, it does matter which one you put int… [Read more]
The Timing Belt
The timing belt is among the most important parts of your car and must be inspected occasionally for wear and the need for replacement. The reason for its importance lies in the fact that it keeps the crank and camshaft “in-time” with one another… [Read more]