Lubrication system performance directly affects the engine working lifespan. That is why many drivers wonder which oil viscosity they should prefer in order to ensure the totally reliable motor protection before winter. Here we review the properties of two most popular kinds of oil: 5w30 and 5w40, to find out which of them is the best for use in the cold season.
A special alertness is required from a driver in a cold season. If you distract from the road just for a few seconds, this may result in a road accident. Here we tell what to beware of on the road in winter and how to avoid troubles.
A car and its systems require special attention during the cold season. Many car components and systems have to work under extra strain, due to which they can suddenly break down. To prevent this, we are giving you advice how to prepare your car for the cold season.
Probability of a road accident in the rain increases on average by 30 – 40 %. Here we tell you what you should beware of most, and how to drive in the rainy weather so as to avoid road troubles.
A road trip can be a fascinating adventure and a unique experience. But it can also turn into a real trial. It all depends on how well prepared you are. Read on to find out what to check or replace in your car before hitting the road and what to take with you on your summer driving holidays.
With the onset of spring, when the average daily air temperature is above zero, experts recommend changing winter tyres to summer tyres. In some countries, car owners are fined for using tyres that do not correspond to the season. In this article we will tell you why it is so important to take the weather conditions into account when choosing tyres, and what kind of tyres are best.
In a bid to reduce fuel consumption and harmful emissions to the atmosphere, car manufacturers are constantly offering innovative technologies designed to optimise the operation of the engine and associated units. One of the most successful technological solutions is the start-stop system, which shuts down the engine when idling, for example, in traffic jams or at traffic lights. We look at how it works, and the advantages and disadvantages.
Influence of high temperature and direct sunrays is dangerous for many car systems and parts. Uneven fading of paint coating, cracking of plastic parts, overheating of engine and brakes breakdown – these are not all problems which can be caused by heat. That is why the car requires extra protection in summer. We are telling how to assure it and sorting out peculiarities of car use in hot days.
It is really frustrating when you’re trying to start your car and fail. As a rule, it will happen at the most inappropriate time. So, what are the most common reasons why a car won’t start and what are the possible ways out?
A shaking, vibrating or shimmying car is a real pain in the neck for thousands of car drivers. It is one of the most boresome and common issues one might face. A great number of things can lie at the root of this problem: from the most trivial ones like bad road surface or worn-out tyres to quite a serious one such as engine malfunctions. So, let’s take a deeper look into the matter.
