Category: Auto Articles

Why regular servicing is important Regular servicing can extend the life of your vehicle by identifying defects before they become dangerous. A small investment in routine servicing results in a good return on that investment due to: Reduced cost of repairs over the vehicle’s life, Reducing unforeseen and possible breakdown risks, Reduced vehicle time off the road, Less inconvenience and […]

What makes a 4WD a 4WD? Four wheel drive vehicles come in all shapes, sizes and body styles with different types of features and equipment. However, there are several basic functions that all 4WDrives have in common. Drive-train A 4WD can be a permanent 4WD, part-time 4WD or both. An example of a permanent 4WD is the Range Rover family. […]

Tune up Tuneup – an old-fashioned maintenance term that’s nearly non-existent today. With electronic ignition and fuel injection came computers that took over control of engine settings. Early versions allowed for some tinkering, but today’s engines require advanced equipment and training. You can, however, replace normal maintenance parts and still see improved engine performance. Here are common maintenance parts you […]

Troubleshoot vehicle noises Troubleshooting those weird noises coming from your car can help you determine needed repairs. It’s important that you listen to what your car is trying to tell you. Although many people still use the old broomstick-held-to-the-ear method of zeroing in on noises, the best method these days is a stethoscope. Indispensable in finding the source of a […]

Troubleshooting Engine Knock and Oil Pressure Oil pressure light flickering? Engine knock? Both? Major repair problem or minor annoyance? Either way, you should always quickly investigate the source before it becomes an even bigger problem. Oil pressure – or more precisely the lack of it – in certain parts of your car’s engine can become a major repair nightmare. All […]

TROUBLESHOOTING BASIC AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION PROBLEMS Given proper maintenance and care, the automatic transmission will provide many miles of trouble-free operation. Most minor problems can be traced to fluid level; maintaining the proper fluid level will avoid these problems. Keeping alert to changes in the operation of the transmission (different shifting patterns, abnormal sounds, fluid leakage) can prevent small problems from […]

Troubleshoot Fuel Pump and Fuel Injector The electric fuel pump is the heart of every electronic fuel injection system. Let’s review the basics of this critical fuel injection part. The function of the fuel system is to store and supply fuel to the cylinder chamber where it can be mixed with air, vaporized, and burned to produce energy. The fuel, […]

Troubleshoot Cooling System Cooling systems can be your best friend when operating efficiently. Cooling system repairs . . . your worst enemy if you don’t understand how your cooling system works. Your cooling system performs a critical function. Simply put, it maintains proper engine temperature by circulating coolant through the engine to pick up heat and passing it through a […]

Tips on buying Custom wheels Adding alloy rims kicks your vehicle up a notch in a jiffy. Some customers just buy the rim preferring to buy the tire in their country. It is best to buy the rim/tire package. The package includes the custom wheels you choose in addition the correct size tires you will need to make the vehicle […]

Tire Safety Tips by Thailand’s, Singapore’s, England United Kingdom’s and Dubai’s Top New and Used Car Dealer and Thailand’s largest Accessories, Rims, Wheels and Tire Exporter These 10 tips will help to keep your tires in good shape and keep you and your family safe during your travels:  Choose your tires carefully. Too many drivers buy a tire based on […]