When you buy a new car, you have the option to choose from one of several trims. In the automotive world, a “trim” is a level of specification. For example, one might come with air conditioning while another offers climate control.
Some car enthusiasts aren’t satisfied with the features their car has as standard. Of course, one can buy optional extras through the dealership. But, there will be some customisations that aren’t available as an option. In those cases, car fans will buy the things they want as aftermarket add-ons. In essence, these are parts bought outside of the dealer network. They are usually sold by car accessory and tuning companies. If you’re thinking of getting a new car, you might also be considering customising it too. But, before you do that, it’s important to bear in mind the following facts. Read More: AutosVoice.com
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Off-road driving has become increasingly popular in recent years. In part, this is thanks to a surge of options from the manufacturing giants around the world. Especially popular amongst those that favour trips out to the middle of nowhere. Owning an off-road vehicle eliminates any and all of the obstacles you may face along the way.
Don’t allow yourself to be hamstrung by a lack of roads stopping you from reaching your destination. Check out our top off-road cars of 2015 for inspiration. Jeep Grand Cherokee Jeep CherokeeThe Jeep brand has become synonymous with off-road driving by empowering freedom with their models. The best part about the Cherokee range? They’re designed with any eventuality in mind. That makes it a suitable choice whether you’re caught in the middle of thick snow. Or a destabilising drought. Or even unpredictable terrain. Read More: AutosVoice.com There’s no denying that the SUV market is huge these days! There’s so much choice; one can find it almostimpossible to make a choice at times. Still, there is one make and model that many people opt for in particular: the Range Rover Sport.
The British brand is famous and much-loved around the world. Nowadays, you can buy a Sport without needing to sell an arm and a leg. But, does that mean it should be your choice of SUV? We think so. And here are seven reasons why: Image Source: Wikimedia Commons
If you’re looking to buy or have just purchased a Vauxhall Corsa but want to make it feel more like your own car than a generic vehicle there are many ways it can be done. Having been around for over 20 years they are one of the British car manufacturer’s most popular models and prove a reliable runner.
There are many factors which have led to the success of the Vauxhall Corsa yet with thousands on the road they can all feel a little similar. Add a bit of personality to your car without endangering you or other drivers with these tips. Build It OnlineFor those with the finances you can now custom build a brand new Vauxhall Corsa through the official Vauxhall website. Choose your desired trim, the engine and transmission type, colour, style and further options to create your ideal mod Read More: AutosVoice.com Renault is restating its passion for motor sports with the Renault Sport R.S. 01, a racing car of spectacular styling and exceptional performance. Read More: AutosVoice.com
If your car is on its final legs, then it’s time to consider trading it in and getting something brand new. Act fast, because you don’t want your car to die and be worth nothing when part exchanging! There are many different vehicle manufacturers to opt for, but here are five reasons why you should trade in your old car for a Honda.
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They don’t actually absorb shocksFirst, what we call shock absorbers are really “dampeners”, they don’t really absorb “shocks” at all. The components of a vehicle’s suspension that do absorb bumps and shocks are the vehicle’s springs. What shock absorbers do is different; they prevent the springs from bouncing around after a hard bump. And they can wear out and fail to dampen a car’s springs when driving, thereby creating the symptoms we discussed.
How you can test themIf you suspect that the shocks in your car might need replacing, here’s one way to test them. Place your hand firmly on each corner of a vehicle, give it a strong push downward, then let go and watch. If your car continues to bounce a little after you let it go, your shocks probably need replacing. What should happen is that the corner of the vehicle “dampens out” quickly and comes to a halt. Note that this test may require quite a bit of strength and with many high-riding SUVs and pickups it isn’t easy to get the leverage you need to perform the test. Instead, you should have a qualified mechanic check your shock absorbers for you. Read More: AutosVoice.com Small Scratches
The first option for small scratches is to get a small bottle of touch-up paint. There are two types you should know about: “exact match paints” and “approximate match paints”. When you walk into an auto parts store and see the rack of small paint vials (often in clear bottles), you are looking at approximate match paints. These paints will be close in color to your car’s paint color but generally not an exact match. They may be good enough, but a better solution is to go to your local dealer and ask them for a vial of “exact match paint”. The application of either type is the same: they will have a small dipping brush (like eyelash makeup bottles) that you can use to dab on a small amount of paint into the scratch. Larger BlemishesFor larger blemishes, like a nice large scrape from another car, its best to go with a can of spray paint instead of a little bottle of touch up paint. And, since you are going to be covering a larger area, it’s best to look for an exact matching paint. Paints that aren’t an exact match might look OK if the repair is lower on the car, say the rocker panels, but almost certainly will look lousy on the more higher, more visible areas. As we mentioned above, you can get real factory-matching paints, both in touch-up bottles and spray paints, from most car dealers.Read More: AutosVoice.com As you undoubtedly know, gas prices are notoriously fickle. They can be counted on to spike unexpectedly, or conversely tumble precipitously, multiple times during any given year. And over time some real dramatic changes can occur. For example, just a little over 5 years ago, the national average for gas was a little over $4 per gallon. Today prices are close to half of that. Ever wonder why the price of gas changes so much? There are a variety of factors at play – some seasonal, some state-specific, some globally significant, and some the result of unpredictable weather-related effects. Read More: AutosVoice.com
They all have the Same Base ComponentsThe gasoline from different gas companies and filling stations comes from a common source: the “base gas” from a petroleum refinery. This gas meets a minimum set of standards and all stations start with that foundation. From there the refinery adds various compounds as required by the Environmental Protection Agency in order to reduce emissions. After that, the different gas companies — both off-brand and major brands — put their own additive packages in the gas to further boost cleaning properties. That’s the basic difference between brands: cleaning properties (and some tout “performance enhancement” too.)
Then the marketing people get to flex their musclesThe major oil companies spend millions of dollars convincing buyers that their premium price formulations are better by creating radio, TV and internet ads touting their superiority. These ads with smiling cartoon cars, lab-coated scientists and carbonized engine valves are designed to drive home the point. Here’s an example: “With Shell’s nitrogen-enriched gas, you won’t get a buildup of nasty gunk in your engine”, the company advertising promises, and then they show you a picture of blacked engine “gunk”. Is all this just a marketing gimmick? Well, yes and no. The Federal Trade Commission has rules about what you can say. There has to be some factual basis behind the claims but, that being said, there’s going to be some hyperbole involved too. Let’s look a little deeper. Read More: AutosVoice.com |
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