With the holiday period fast approaching, and we start counting down the days ‘til holidays, it’s important not to forget about your vehicle in the pre-Christmas chaos. If you’re preparing to hit the road these holidays, here are a few simple checks that you should put on your “to do” list to ensure that […]
How to Jump-Start a Car
We all know that the black and red jumper leads are used to jump-start a car. But if you’ve never actually jump-started a car yourself, it can seem daunting trying it for the first time. You definitely don’t want to get it wrong. These days, all new vehicles have computers fitted so it’s important […]
Checking Car Fluids
How to Change a Car Tyre
As luck would have it, three weeks after purchasing 4 new tyres one of them got a puncture. A tiny fragment of glass, about the size of a pea, went through the brand new tyre and I was greeted with a sad hissing noise after getting home from the fortnightly grocery shop. It was […]
How to Clean Your Car’s Headlights
An area often overlooked on your car when it comes to maintenance is the headlight covers, unless of course you’re replacing a broken light bulb. If you have a closer look, it may appear cloudy. This is because the UV light starts to break down the plastic, especially if your car sits out […]