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The tyre is part of the tyre and wheel system and its job is to transmit the forces between the car and the road. combustor,hybrid Function Safety Value retention Protection of the environment The tyre is the only direct link between the car and the road. The tread contact area must support the weight of the car and must be able to transmit both longitudinal and lateral forces: Longitudinal forces in the direction of movement when accelerating or braking. Lateral forces…
eCall is an automatic emergency call system for motor vehicles being planned by the European Union for mandatory integration into all new cars and light commercial vehicles as of October 2017. combustor,hybrid,electric Function Safety eCall is an automatic emergency call system for motor vehicles being planned by the European Union for mandatory integration into all new cars and light commercial vehicles as of October 2017. The intention is to have the rescue coordination centre…
Car maintenance doesn’t have to be complicated or require extensive technical knowledge. In fact, many of the most common breakdowns could be avoided with simple, regular checks. Spending just a few minutes each month reviewing certain basic elements can make the difference between driving with peace of mind and facing an unexpected problem. Tires: the starting point Fluid levels: a quick check Lights and visibility Battery: watch for warning signs Brakes and steering…
During the national lockdown of spring and early summer of 2020, many drivers were unable to use their vehicles, which meant that hundreds of thousands of cars either stood idle for three months, or were only used for short journeys, such as for essential food shopping once a week or so. Batteries • Why do they fail? • What can you do? • Get it checked! During the national lockdown of spring and early summer of 2020, many drivers were unable to use their vehicles, which meant…
While it is easy to notice some parts of your car gradually wearing over time and during its regular use, thinking of the tyres or wiper blades as examples, it’s much more difficult to assess the condition of the battery, until perhaps as the nights draw in and the temperatures drop, you find it faltering as you start the engine, or possibly even completely flat! Why do batteries fail? • Why they fail • What difference does the weather make? • What’s the answer? While it is easy…
Traveling by car with children means paying attention to many more details than when traveling alone or only with adults. Safety, comfort, and peace of mind become priorities, especially on long journeys or during holidays. And although much of the attention is usually focused on driving itself, the truth is that the vehicle and its components play a fundamental role when young children are on board. Child restraint systems: much more than a legal requirement Tyres: the…
Quite rightly, when the temperatures drop, driving associations and motoring services throughout Europe are quick to raise awareness of best practice principles when driving in winter conditions. So, what do they recommend? Winter Driving Tips Key tips for preparation Keep an eye on your fuel Behind the wheel Quite rightly, when the temperatures drop, driving associations and motoring services throughout Europe are quick to raise awareness of best practice principles when…
A guide to hybrid vehicles and the various forms available. There is no doubt that motorists are in the middle of a time of major change. In terms of what powers a car, there are currently three distinct types of fuel to be considered: petrol/diesel, electricity and hydrogen. With regards to the latter, although some hydrogen powered cars are on the market, it is still yet to make a real impact. Full hybrids Plugin hybrids Mild hybrids Range extended electric vehicles A wide…
To ensure that sophisticated driver assistance systems are reliable, they have to constantly monitor the vehicle’s surroundings to be able to precisely evaluate it. This is where environmental sensor systems come in. combustor,hybrid,electric Function The purpose of an environmental sensor system is to enable accurate and extensive – even near-seamless – 360-degree perception of the vehicle’s entire surroundings. In modern vehicles, environmental sensor systems consist of a…
Put simply, ‘blind spots’ are areas outside the vehicle that you cannot see from the driver’s seat because they are obscured by parts of the vehicle itself, whether viewed directly or indirectly, through its mirrors. Being aware of your vehicle’s blind spots • What are blind spots? • Blind spots checks before driving off • Blind spot checks when on the move • Blind spot mirrors/warning devices What are driving blind spots? Put simply, ‘blind spots’ are areas outside the vehicle…
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eCall
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Monthly Car Checklist: 7 Small Actions to Avoid Big Problems
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Batteries
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Why do batteries fail?
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The Car and Children: The Vehicle Components That Matter Most When Traveling with Young Passengers
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Winter Driving Tips
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Hybrid vehicles - Bridging the power divide
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Environment detection/environmental sensor systems
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Being aware of your vehicle’s blind spots
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