When winter approaches, every driver has experienced the bright sunlight that blinds you whilst driving. Drivers commuting to work will notice how the sun starts to set as they are going home.
Anti-freeze stops the engines cooling system from freezing, just as the name suggests. The anti-freeze, if you haven’t already, will need to be topped up as it can be diluted over time.
Are you looking for a used car? Here are a few things to look out for before making a purchase.
Gap Insurance helps to cover the “gap” between the depreciation value of your car and the price you paid for it when you first bought it.
What is a car service plan? A car service plan is a contract which is offered by dealerships and garages. They allow the customer to get a set amount of services for a set price over a period of time.
Finding the right dealership or garage when buying a car or getting it serviced is exactly the same wherever you go right?
An LSD is a mechanical device that prevents all the cars power from going to the wheel or wheels with the least grip. It is often combined with electronic control of some kind to create an “E-diff”.
So, you may have just passed your driving test (congratulations!) or you are looking to buy a car to learn in. It is an exciting time and most people just choose the first car they see however it is important to have a look around and compare prices as well as style and safety. Here are a few tips:
Traction control is a system that prevents too much power going to the driving wheels on a car and causing the wheels to lose grip or “spin”. It helps the driver to maintain control in low grip situations such as loose gravel, snow or ice. Most cars now have traction control.
A child can legally travel in the front seat of the car but it is always safer for them to travel in the back and a child up to the age of 3 is required to use a car seat.
