When asking this question it is important to first read through the warranty provided with your battery at the time of purchase. Then it is important to consider why you would jump start a new battery several times in the course of a year instead of … [read more]
Battery – Is it normal for a battery to go flat if the car is not driven for several weeks?
Depending on how long “several weeks” happens to be, the answer could be yes. Today’s car batteries have the ability to store energy for long periods of time, often for many weeks, before they go flat. Batteries have a natural ability to discha… [read more]
The Difference Between a Mobile Mechanic and Workshop Mechanic
Both a mobile mechanic and workshop mechanic do many of the same services. They each have the same qualifications being that of a professional automotive mechanic. They work on vehicles, service and repair vehicles and can run diagnostics. They are a… [read more]
How To Deal With A Flat battery
A dead battery, or also called a flat battery, is one of the main reasons for unexpected breakdowns. Normally these do not leave you stranded on the side of the road, but in a parking lot or driveway. Before the battery goes flat, you can do certain … [read more]
The Automotive Starter Motor
Before 1912, the starter motor was practically nonexistent in automobiles. It was during this year that Cadillac began to install the first electrical starter motors into its vehicles. Ford followed suit in 1919 and just a year later almost all autom… [read more]
Battery – Should the Battery Terminals Ever be Disconnected?
This is a common question concerning car batteries and normally involves car owners who plan to take a trip or a holiday for some time and leave their car behind. Though it seems to make sense, disconnecting the battery can often be the wrong decisio… [read more]
Running and Maintenance Costs of a Petrol Vs Diesel Car
It may seem confusing to determine which is the best fuel efficient vehicle either one that runs a diesel or petrol engine. It boils down to the type of vehicle driven, the kilometres driven and the load carried. It also depends on daily driving, how… [read more]
Lights – Head Lights
The head lights are a vital part of the vehicle. They need to work properly one hundred percent of the time for the safety of you and of other drivers and pedestrians on the road. Besides, if one or both are out and a police person notices this, they… [read more]
Battery – Can My Car’s Fuel Economy Be Affected by a Flat Battery?
A flat, or discharged, battery can be a real pain when you go to start your car in the morning before work. As aggravating as this can be, there are additional issues to consider when dealing with a car that has a battery that is not properly holding… [read more]
How Can You Tell If the Wheels are Aligned or Not?
A car with unaligned wheels will need tyres more often than a car with a good alignment. Not only will the tyres need replacing more often, it wears on the rotors and these are costly repairs. What causes misaligned wheels? They occur when there is a… [read more]