Your vehicle's brakes are not only crucial for you to have complete control over your vehicle but that you are safe in the event of any unforeseen circumstance on the road! And when you consider how much pressure is exerted onto the brakes daily, you will realise that it is not unusual for you to require brake servicing more frequently than you would need to service other systems of your car, for example, the transmission system. Regardless, not all motorists are aware of the signs of looming brake problems. A common sign you will notice is weird grinding sounds from your brakes, which is typically indicative of worn pads. On the other hand, you may experience strange vibrations underfoot when using the brakes, which usually signals a warped rotor. This site highlights additional signs that should prompt you to take your car in for a brake service.
Posted on: 24 April 2020
If you have recently encountered a problem with your car radiator and can see that water appears to be leaking out of the matrix, you may be surprised. After all, the radiator is made from aluminium, and as far as you knew, it should be corrosion-free. However, this is not always the case, and due to the configuration of the cooling system, rust can sometimes be an issue. Why is this? [Read More]
Posted on: 23 April 2020
The safety and overall performance of your car depend on, among other things, the condition of its wheels. When the wheels are in good shape and properly aligned, you are assured of safety on the road and easy manoeuvring. On the other hand, when the vehicle's wheels are old and out of alignment, the chances of losing control of the car and getting into an accident increase. Auto mechanics recommend checking the condition of your car and changing the parts when they start failing. [Read More]
Posted on: 22 April 2020
The transmission is the most crucial component of your vehicle. When it is in perfect working condition, your vehicle will be easy to operate. On the other hand, if the manual transmission develops weaknesses, and you are unable to address them in time, it could fail altogether. The cost of repairing a failed transmission system is often very high. Additionally, driving around in a car with a faulty transmission raises the possibility of an accident on the road. [Read More]
Posted on: 22 April 2020
While car manufacturers put a lot of effort into making their vehicles as reliable as possible, some cars have nevertheless built a reputation for being problematic. Mechanical issues can affect even the more "high-end" German automobiles as well, and certain models have issues with their engine mounting capability. If you have one of these European cars and it has quite a number of kilometres under its belt, why do you need to keep a close eye on the engine mountings in particular? [Read More]