There are many different types of suspension systems out there, but the most common by far is a combination of shock absorbers and struts. On older cars, shock absorbers are used on both the front and rear wheels, but modern cars use them primarily on the rear wheels, with strut assemblies on the front. Both shocks

It’s normal for your car to vibrate slightly when you’re driving thanks to the rotation of the crankshaft, transmission gears and other moving parts in your engine. But, when these gentle vibrations feel more like shaking, it’s time to investigate the reasons why. How to check your car for vibrations The most common reasons for

With this crummy economy, we’re all looking for ways to save money. One way to save a few bucks is doing your own auto maintenance. We’ve already discussed how to change your own oil. Today we’re going to tackle another maintenance job that you can easily do yourself. If you’re not careful, your car’s tires

Ever since I’ve owned a car, I’ve always taken it to a garage to get the oil changed. Every 5,000 km I would find myself sitting in a lounge munching on complimentary donuts while some other man changed my oil. But it never felt right. I would stare out the window into the garage and

Generally when people think of routine vehicle maintenance, they only think of things like oil changes and air filters, so they see the rest of the maintenance service as an unnecessary expense. Unfortunately, looking at it this way means a number of important services never get performed. Brake fluid flush Brake fluid is hygroscopic, which

Cooling system flush service. What is it all about? Cooling system flush service – Your cooling system is what keeps your car from overheating, therefore it is very important. It works by circulating a mixture of water and coolant through the engine. Over time the coolant mixture becomes contaminated with scale and rust, which can

Synthetic vs. Regular Oil? By Admin Overall, is synthetic worth the premium? Given its enhanced performance and longer life, the benefits of synthetic oil may indeed outweigh the additional cost, but the decision comes down to manufacturer requirements, how much you drive, and how diligent you are about changing your oil. First, if your owner’s

  Knocking Typically heard when going over bumps, this is usually a sign of bad shocks/struts or bad shock mounts Can also be associated with a bad ball joint   Rotational Consistently present and grows louder as the vehicle goes faster. Usually the sign of a failing wheel bearing or of noisy tires   Clanking

The best spark plugs for your car Spark plugs have a crucial role to play in the mechanism of the automobiles. A car needs good-quality and fully-functioning plugs for running the engine. There are a couple of spark plug models in the market. Two popular models are Denso and NGK and they work extremely well