A Clean Car is Money in the Bank
Purchasing a new car is a major financial investment. Keeping it clean is an easy and inexpensive way to protect its resale and trade-in value, says the non-profit Car Care Council. “Many motorists procrastinate when it comes to cleaning their vehicles,” said Rich White, executive director, Car Care Council. “Whether you do it yourself or […]
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BY Sylvester Green Obanda
- 18/08/2018 9:34 AM
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TIRE TECH: FLAT TIRE REPAIRS – WHAT IS THE POINT OF NO RETURN?
Whether it occurs during a tire’s first mile of use or after thousands of miles of driving, a single cut or puncture can make it necessary to replace a damaged tire that can’t be repaired. The first consideration of evaluating if a tire can be repaired is based on how quickly the driver recognizes they […]
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- 18/08/2018 9:00 AM
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Why it is important to go for regular car maintenance
It would be quite frustrating if on the morning of your scheduled drive upcountry, your vehicle decides to give you trouble. Such would have easily been avoided if your vehicle had been through regular maintenance from a good mechanic. “Modern cars don’t require as much attention as they did 50 years ago, but don’t let […]
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- 17/08/2018 5:12 PM
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Rules For Washing Your Car
Frequent washing is half the battle in keeping your car’s finish in prime shape. (The other half is protecting the paint from environmental deterioration with a good wax or sealant.) Washing a car seems like a pretty simple and straightforward process, right? You splash on a few suds and water, rinse it off, run a […]
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- 17/08/2018 4:11 PM
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Easy steps to maintain your car’s engine
There are easy steps to maintain your car’s engine. First, consider the most common causes of engine problems: Lack of regular oil changes Driving low on oil Overheating Using low quality fuel or oil Racing, driving only short trips, excessive idling Design and parts flaws Why regular oil changes are important? Oil sludge. Your […]
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- 17/08/2018 3:50 PM
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4 tips to keep your car’s engine cool during this hot season
This being the hot season, it is inevitable that your car’s engine will run at higher temperatures than it normally does. If one is not careful this could lead to overheating and ultimately cause expensive damage to your car. Very hot temperatures can cause degradation in the engine oil, ruin gasket seals and even cause […]
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- 15/08/2018 4:42 PM
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7 Things to Avoid While Driving an Automatic Transmission Car
Handling an automatic transmission car is a breeze. Even people with basic driving skills can do it. However, you should avoid a few things at any cost while steering the wheel of an automatic vehicle. Here’s a list of 7 mistakes that can damage a vehicle badly and put the owner on the hook for […]
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- 15/08/2018 3:17 PM
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Cool Down a Scorching Car as Quickly as Possible
Decrease the amount of time it takes to cool your car off after it’s been sitting in the summer sun by using this simple six-step process. Even with fancy reflecting shades and window tint, leaving a car parked in the sun inevitably turns it into a blast furnace. How-to compendium wikiHow offers a simple guide […]
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- 15/08/2018 9:46 AM
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9 Things You Should Never Do to Your Car
You probably rely on your car every day to get you where you need to go. But how well can your car rely on you? There are some things you should never do to your car. Are you guilty of any of them? Check out the list below to find out—and learn what you can do to […]
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- 13/08/2018 3:14 PM
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Car Maintenance Kenya – 12 Tips Every Motorist Must Follow
Every day we read at least dozens of news in Kenya, on deaths due to car crashes or hitting with another vehicle. We lose a major number of lives due to rash or careless driving. This not only results in a threat to our life but to our dream rides as well. Our driving expert […]
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- 13/08/2018 11:54 AM
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