Wheel nuts and wheel bolts: this is what you need to know
Basically, wheels can be connected to a vehicle in two different ways. Apart from the frequently used wheel bolts, wheel nuts are also available. If you regularly change tyres on your vehicle, you should...
High oil consumption in cars – causes and remedies
Internal combustion engines require reliable lubrication for their numerous moving parts. If the shafts, bearings and levers rub against each other without lubrication, they destroy each other in a very short time. That is...
Driving, braking, honking – an ode to the budget car
Looking at a car from the perspective of luxury and passion for driving, costs often know no boundaries. Image, performance, accessories, exterior, etc. consume your wallet and you can easily invest several thousands of...
Retrofitting a towbar with wiring kit – guide
Not all cars have a towbar ex-works, either because this was not considered when ordering the car or the original owner did not require one. Now you consider retrofitting a towbar. But what to...
Not a nonsense – the qualities of perforated brake discs
Disc brakes on all four wheels are now standard on modern cars. Drum brakes only serve as a parking brake. Even in compact cars, masses in motion and engine performance are too high for...
The car’s eyes and ears – everything about the sensors!
Over the past twenty years, sensors in the car have become increasingly more important. As a result, cars have become considerably safer, more comfortable and cleaner. Read this overview of the most important sensors...
Extensive and professional check by car valuation expert!
A new car costs a fortune only to end its time of use at £100 scrapping value. In case of doubt a car valuation expert can help you to prevent a bad purchase.
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Engine tuning: more power, less consumption, better performance!
Engines of new ex works cars are calibrated for average performance development. If you wish to make your car more efficient and perform better, engine tuning is a sensible measure. There are many possibilities.
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Interior car detailing: fresh cabin – fun driving!
No matter how shiny your freshly polished car – with a dirty, sticky and smelly interior, driving is no picnic. Making a real effort to upgrade the car inner space can be great fun....
Exterior car detailing: Shining up your treasure on wheels!
When after ten years the ravages of time take their toll on your beloved car, it is high time for exterior car detailing. Consequently, the following question is: DIY or having it done? The...
Lower, wider – faster? Everything you need to know about lowering the car suspension!
When the first tuning wave washed the country in the 80ies, "car lowering" was a magic formula. The apparently simple lowering of the suspension turned standard family cars, cheap coupés and even vans and...
OBD2: everything under control with DIY vehicle diagnostics!
Since 2001 every car with a petrol engine has an OBD2 interface (On-Board-Diagnose). Serial installation is compulsory for diesel cars since 2004. These essentially practical devices considerably simplify the search for errors and faults...
Wheel alignment: Misaligned wheels – expensive and dangerous
Wheel misalignment is more than just an annoyance. You might get used to a car pulling slightly to one side, although probably not so soon to tyres wearing quickly. If the car is under...
Car scrapping & recycling spare parts – If nothing’s left, destruction is the only...
Busted, rusty, total loss – sooner or later every car reaches the end of its life. When costs for repair exceed the replacement value, care-free driving has come to an end. This doesn't mean...
Automatic gearbox or manual transmission? Best tips in decision-making !
When buying a new car everyone unavoidably faces the question: would I prefer manual or automatic gearbox? Evidently, both have their advantages and disadvantages. A number of prejudices and thinking errors have settled in...
Wing mirror: comfort and high tech in your car!
The wing mirror (outside mirror) was one of the first applications intended to improve safety and road comfort of cars. The incentive was all too obvious: an adjustable external rear-view mirror enables the driver...
Taming the guzzler – the most important tips for saving fuel!
Many a purchase of a cheap used car is often seriously regretted afterwards. Fuel consumption turns out to be amazingly high, making an apparent bargain to a costly affair. There are plenty of ways...
Crash car – always a case for the crusher?
A car consists of a welded frame with parts attached in such a way that they can be detached. Attachment mainly consists of bolts and clips. In the past a crash car had to...
Car maintenance: replacing spark plugs and air filter, changing oil and paying attention to...
Purchasing a cheap car could turn into a costly affair if you fail to treat the old treasure with respect. Conversely, providing a low-budget car with the necessary car maintenance will bring you gratitude....
What my car is telling me – understanding driving sounds!
Hearing something whistle, squeak or rattle in your car should cause you to literally prick up your ears. A trained ear could prevent dangerous situations, expensive repairs or breakdown of the car. In this...
