A greener alternative to automotive transportation is gaining popularity as society swings toward ecological sustainability. On several levels, cycling outperforms driving—it’s a cost-effective and environmentally friendly choice that helps individuals achieve their health and fitness objectives. While cycling is an excellent mode of transportation, one key concern remains: where can a cyclist keep their bike … Read more
Henry Ford famously said, “Any customer can have a car painted any colour that he wants, so long as it is black”. That was over 100 years ago, but with more choice now than ever before, is black still the best colour? In this article, we’ll find out. Which is Most Popular, Black or White Cars? Black cars are more popular than white … Read more
Even though cars are often our pride and joy, there are few things less annoying than coming across a lug nut that will not loosen. Most of us have been in this situation, so here are our expert tips to help you deal with this dilemma. Reasons Why a Lug Nut May Be Difficult to … Read more
It is not as simple as it sounds. You insert the key, turn on the ignition but the car does not start, and you realise that there might be a problem with the car’s battery. The thing causing confusion, is that the car’s power does still come on as the lights still seem to work. … Read more
Brakes are a vital part of the car, so when they start squeaking it can be a worrying sign and you’ll rightly want to know what’s wrong. In this guide, we’ll shed some light on the common causes for squeaky brakes and what can be done to fix them. The brake system is a combination … Read more
Changing a tyre on an incline may not be most people’s ideal situation of changing a tyre, unfortunately sometimes we get into situations where we are forced to. So, is it safe? Changing a flat tyre on an incline is not recommended for the obvious reason that the car could roll away. If you must … Read more
Wheel nuts (also called lug nuts) may not be the first thought before driving a car, but unsurprisingly, they are important features of a wheel that need to be in-tact. Is it safe to drive with one wheel nut missing? It’s not safe to drive with one wheel nut missing for any pro longed period … Read more
A wheel bearing is a critical part of the wheel assembly, which connects the wheel and the axle. The bearing itself is a combination of steel balls held together by a metal ring. It’s responsible for absorbing the radial and axial forces generated during acceleration, braking and cornering. The wheel rotates freely and with minimum … Read more
Nobody enjoys paying for car insurance, but it’s not going away any time soon. It seems that we’re forced to jump through lots of hoops to get a quote, so the thought of getting quotes from different companies can be off putting. Luckily, if you follow these proven tips, you should get a great quote … Read more
If you really love the idea of getting your car lowered, but you are unsure of how and how much it is going to set you back, then look no further, this article will give you everything you need to know about lowering your car and the costs and labour that are involved. Before you … Read more