A Complete Guide to Wheel Alignment (Part 2) This post is a continuation of Part 1 on A Complete Guide to Wheel Alignment. Lately, we have gone through 1. Car Alignment: Open or Pinched 2. Wheel Alignment Adjustments and Constraints 2.1…
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5 Precautions to Take for a Long-Term Vehicle Immobilization
Buying a second car, going on vacation by plane or train, wanting to start a car collection: these are just some of the reasons why you may need to keep your vehicle idle for a long time. To avoid the…
5 Common Car Breakdowns Easy to Avoid
Falling out of order remains the most universal of motorists’ phobias. While some breakdowns can occur and immobilize your vehicle without warning, there are nevertheless warning signs indicating a mechanical weakness. There are three reflexes to prevent breakdowns: visual inspection…
Is a Car Diagnostic Test Worth It?
Just like we need to regularly visit our physician to keep fit, the same goes for your car! Thanks to regular diagnostic tests, you can detect several problems in your vehicle! Problems that could lead you to expensive repairs or, even…
A Complete Guide to Wheel Alignment (Part 1)
Summary: 1. Car Alignment: Open or Pinched 2. Wheel Alignment Adjustments and Constraints 2.1 Front Wheel Alignment 2.2 Rear Wheels: Consequences of Parallelism 2.3 Difference Between Traction and Propulsion 3. Car Alignment: A Notion of Compromise 4. Causes of the…
5 Essential Car Maintenance Tips
Moving parts need adequate lubrication to function and not wear out: when the oil starts to run out, friction becomes too high and damages the system. Although general lubrication is carried out at car servicing intervals, oiling and greasing your…
5 Reasons to Get Your Car Washed by a Professional
Nowadays, we are often short of time to accomplish the daily tasks in our lives. Hence, we are always on the look for innovative ways to improve our productivity and focus on other essential activities. The good news is that…
What Is Torque Tightening
Putting a wheel on a car is a common operation, but essential for passenger safety. To ensure proper assembly, each bolt must be screwed in with a specific torque amount, known as the “Torque Tightening.” We’ll go through the details…
5 Common Causes of Hydraulic Power Steering Failure
There are many different systems in your car that can break down and cause problems, and one of them is your power steering. This component of your vehicle allows you to steer your wheels with ease, often with a simple…
How to Change Your Brake Fluid
Brake fluid is an essential part of a vehicle braking system. When the brake pedal is pressed, it creates pressure in the brake lines to help reduce speed or stop a car. Like for any other components of a vehicle,…