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ABOUT TEXTAR As one of the few suppliers that delivers brake pads to car manufacturers, TMD Friction sells tailor-made brake pads under the Textar brand as replacement parts for every type of vehicle—from city cars to hybrid and electric vehicles to heavy trucks. The Textar range covers more vehicles than any other brake pad brand in the aftermarket. Meticulously engineered. Exhaustively tested. Precisely formulated from the best materials, Textar provides unparalleled control,…
My Car Dictionary Automotive knowledge, technology, and service made simple Welcome to my-cardictionary.com – your platform for car parts, vehicle technology, and automotive knowledge. Discover the key components of modern vehicles, learn how they work, and get practical insights and background information on safety, value retention, and environmental protection. Whether in the Lexicon or the Magazine – we make technology easy to understand and show what keeps your car running.…
Have you ever wanted to know what you need to have in place to go motoring abroad, understand what the numbers and letters on the side of you tyres actually mean or just needed some advice about looking after your car, well you can find all the answers at My-cardictionary.com. The one-stop-shop for your driving questions Have you ever wanted to know what you need to have in place to go motoring abroad, understand what the numbers and letters on the side of you tyres actually…
A car trip can be a source of excitement or dread, depending on how you feel about driving a great distance and even who you have in the car! But the majority of the time, it’s how you prepare for the journey that will help you in the long run. How to prepare for a long car journey • Check the car over thoroughly • Pack the essentials • Expect the unexpected A car trip can be a source of excitement or dread, depending on how you feel about driving a great distance and even who…
The accumulators or batteries of electric cars and hybrid vehicles supply electric energy to the electric motor(s). This energy is then converted into the mechanical kinetic energy required for propulsion. hybrid,electric Function Design and operating principle Capacity Charging process Protection of the environment Value retention Like internal combustion engines, electric drives also need energy. In electric cars, the required energy is saved in accumulators, i.e. batteries.…
Buying a car is one of the most important financial decisions many families make. However, nowadays there is more than one way to do it. Alongside the traditional outright purchase, options such as financing, contract hire (long-term rental) and leasing have become increasingly popular, each offering its own advantages and drawbacks. Choosing the right one depends on how you plan to use the vehicle, your budget and your personal preferences. Traditional purchase: the car is…
Car headlights were once famously described as ‘the eyes of the vehicle’ however, our eyes are something that we don’t tend to reckon with when we think about car lighting. Car lights – Your eyes, your driving, your life! • How your eyes are affected as you age • Types of car lighting explained • A legal warning Car headlights were once famously described as ‘the eyes of the vehicle’ however, our eyes are something that we don’t tend to reckon with when we think about car…
Looking under the bonnet can be intimidating for many people because there are so many elements that they may be unsure of. So, it is not recommended that you begin prodding around in your engine bay, because this could certainly be dangerous. However, there are certain essentials that you should be au fait with, because these are items that should be checked regularly and topped up if necessary. There’s a rat in my car! Increasing numbers of animal intrusions What’s the reason?…
With a cost of living crisis happening across the globe, every price tag is being scrutinised and cheaper products are considered more readily. This will work for food or toiletries, but it should be considered carefully when it comes to vehicle products. How to save money on your car Keep an eye on it Use high quality parts Tips on how to save money With a cost of living crisis happening across the globe, every price tag is being scrutinised and cheaper products are considered…
Towing is sometimes a necessity, such as if you were to buy a mobile caravan, but also sometimes dependent on the situation, for instance, if you want to move a car, boat, horse, motorcycle, or haul a box trailer to help when moving house for example. What should you know when towing a trailer? Preparing to tow Getting ready to tow Before setting out Preparing to Tow Towing is sometimes a necessity, such as if you were to buy a mobile caravan, but also sometimes dependent on the…
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