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Autos > Auto Repair (Other) How to jump-start a car battery: 1 of 18
JUMP STARTING A CARJump starting a car is what you need to do to get a car going when the battery is flat. What this means to someone nontechnical is taking the power from another vehicle's battery, and using that power to start your vehicle.As part of the safety tools to carry in a car, one of the most essential to me is jum... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Driver safety: Prevent road rage: 4 of 66
Road rage appears in the newspapers and on television more and more these days, although not everyone has to be subjected to it, and with wise forethought you can avoid this kind of behavior being aimed at you.Why road rage happens.There are too many cars on the road these days. The affluence of society means that many famili... More..
Autos > Antique Cars Car shows: Visitor etiquette: 1 of 9
Classic car meets are very popular in Europe, and regularly during the Summer months, there are advertisements in the newspaper that will lead you into the world of yesterday to see Vintage motor vehicles in all their glory, congregated for the public to see and enjoy.LOOKINGMost owners are proud of their vehicles, and member... More..
Autos > Auto Repair (Other) When to replace your car battery: 1 of 7
WHEN TO REPLACE YOUR BATTERYA car battery only has a limited lifespan, and there are several types. One type is where you have to top up the cells with distilled water, and neglecting this can wear the battery, so it is essential to ensure that the cells of the battery are covered at all times. There is usually a guide mark f... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety What to do if your brakes fail: 4 of 25
It's pretty scary isn't it ? Driving along a highway when your brakes fail doesn't have to be a huge life threatening problem, though you will need to be prepared, and may only get a short space of time to make those all important decisions on how to slow the car down to a stop safely.When you are learning to drive a car, one... More..
Autos > Buying New Cars Negotiating tips for buying a new car: 3 of 15
Going into a new car purchase with your eyes open is essential. Salesmen will try and sell you their product at their price, although there are ways to negotiate better prices. The mark up on new cars is huge and here are my tips on negotiation of price.Seasonal lulls.I always shop for my car during seasonal lulls. The garage... More..
Autos > Antique Cars Antique cars: Best practices for driving: 1 of 5
DRIVING AN ANTIQUE CARAntique cars are very popular with enthusiasts all over the world, and Europe is no exception, though having a successful trip really does depend upon your ability to switch from your normal everyday driving skills to giving thought to the great differences that antique cars pose. Not only does care help... More..
Autos > Driving & Safety Best highway car: 6 of 19
Deciding which is the best highway car is a little subjective. Each person will have their own needs, and in order to find that car that qualifies as the best highway car, the following criteria need to be decided before even looking at what each model offers:*What will it be used for ?*How many passengers will it need to car... More..
Autos > Classic Cars Automotive restoration: How to find classic and antique auto parts: 2 of 6
Owning a classic car can be great fun and in Europe in particular, owners are especially proud of their vehicles such as the popular old Morris and in France, the Citroen Dolly. These are almost cult cars and the rush to buy them often doesn't take account of how available spare parts are.WHERE TO GET HELPMany of the clubs in... More..
Autos > Buying Cars (Other) Why you should secure your financing before car shopping: 2 of 6
There are glaringly obvious reasons why sorting your finances out before car shopping helps you in your search for the best vehicle for your particular use. Amongst others, the prime candidates in favor of securing your finances before hand are these:*Knowing what budget you can afford*Knowing what repayments will cost you*El... More..