Connected car features can range from general Internet services, entertainment and social platforms, to smart mobility services that leverage data. Moreover, some aspects of the connected car are already a reality – with 4G networks powering navigation devices, traffic alerts and streaming to entertainment systems. But how will that shape the next generation driving experience? Keep reading to find out! Adaptive headlights use motors that work in sync with the steering to point the headlights in the direction you are pointing the car thus illuminating the road ahead, even around curves. … [Read more...]
Repair a Punctured Tire in 8 Steps (Infographic)
How many times have you experienced a punctured tire on the road? Too many? That’s what most drivers would say! But more the important question is when that happened, were you able to continue your journey reasonably quickly afterward? Those of you who have answered YES - well done, guys! Being your own mechanic is quite an accomplishment. And… This infographic is not for you. Drivers who have had to wait for the assistance on the road - stick around, learn how to repair a punctured tire in these 8 simple steps. Now that you’ve repaired your punctured tire yourself, think of your … [Read more...]
7 Car Maintenance Tips Every Woman Driver Should Know
Even though the history of a car can be traced back to the second half of the 17th century, the automotive industry is largely focused on the male population, even to this day. When a car is designed, produced and marketed, it is still thought of the male needs it is supposed to satisfy – speed and attractive looks as opposed to safety and durability. Don’t get us wrong, it’s no big surprise. It is men, after all, who get wildly excited about the powerful rumble of the engine and the way the car just flies down the highway when it’s let loose. However, this also means that car maintenance is … [Read more...]
How to Keep Car Cooling System Healthy
No, we are not talking about the Air Conditioning System. It isn’t about keeping your person cool. It’s about keeping your engine cool. Note: You can bring your car anytime to our auto service shop in Hamilton if you are not sure how to fix the problem. Our professional licensed mechanics can help. Well, keeping it cool is maybe a simplistic way to say it, as the engine never really gets cool while working. But it should at least be kept from overheating. It toils at insanely high temperatures and needs an external source of cooling to keep it running. Wait, how come that … [Read more...]
4 Quick Tips About Spark Plugs
If you drove a car as much as once in your life, you must have wondered how it actually gets rolling. The engine is not a Perpetuum Mobile. It needs a nudge to get started. Note: You can bring your car anytime to our auto service shop in Hamilton if you are not sure how to fix the problem. Our professional licensed mechanics can help. The engine is a contraption where combustion happens, producing power for the vehicle to move. This is a widely known fact, even with people who find car mechanisms to be treasure troves of intimidating secrets that only a few of us can understand. But … [Read more...]
What to Know About Cleaning Car Windows
However tempted you are to say “It can wait until tomorrow,” you should stop and wash your car’s windows now. It won’t take long - just an hour - and you’ll be able to clearly see what’s happening on the road in front of you. Reduced visibility can really distract you. A couple of weeks ago we published a blog post with some basic recommendations for washing your car’s body. Today we are going to reveal a few things you should know about properly washing the glass without smearing or damaging it. But you might be wondering why spending two hours to clean the glass to the last detail … [Read more...]
5 Tips to Extend the Life of Your Tires
There is no definite answer to the age-old mystery of how long should your tires last. Note: If you need consultation regarding buying new car tires in Hamilton, visit our auto service shop. Our licensed and experienced mechanics can help. It depends on a number of factors, some of which are completely out of your control (such as weather conditions). They can wear out after a couple of years or after 20-30 thousand kilometers, but they can also live and function properly for many years, or even a whole decade. Driving speeds up their aging process, but passivity does the same. They … [Read more...]
8 Crucial Items You Should Always Have in Your Car
USB sticks, fast food flyers or a spare torque are things that may come in handy sometimes, but today we are talking about crucial items. That is - all the things that you will eventually thank yourself for having in your car. There are myriads of different tools. How to decide which ones are crucial? Read this list and you’ll never ask this question again. Most of these things are cheap, so money is not an excuse for not having them. Just one remark before we start - if you’ve bought a used car, open up the trunk and check if there are a few things that should have come with it - the … [Read more...]
7 Ways to Keep Your Hands off the Phone While Driving
We live in a buzzy world of distractions. Wait, was that a Messenger ping? What was I saying? Yes, distractions. It’s hard to focus on doing one thing. However, sometimes it’s really vital to be able to resist the urge to divide your attention between multiple spheres. All of us would agree that using a cell phone while driving is dangerous. Even a quick check if that’s your girlfriend confirming she can go to that dinner can put someone’s life at risk. It’s not just taking a quick look at that fancy little screen of yours. It’s reaching for it, unlocking it, finding the function, … [Read more...]
7 Possible Reasons Why Your Car Has Bad Fuel Economy
Many people aren’t really sure what L/100km (better known as MPG in the US) is. As soon as they notice that their car devours more and more fuel, they learn the meaning of this acronym all too fast. It stands for Litres Per Kilometres (or Miles per Gallon), that is the fuel economy. In the bottom line, it means how much fuel their car consumes per mile. If it’s low, not only might it hurt our pockets (imagine what it means on a yearly basis). The ecological balance suffers too. Note: You will always find experienced and trustworthy licensed mechanics in our auto repair services shop in … [Read more...]