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You might be surprised to know that whether you drive a hybrid with an internal combustion engine (ICE) linked with a 48-volt or 350-volt battery, or a fully battery powered electric vehicle (EV) with a 400-volt plus battery, it will also have a ‘traditional’ 12-volt car battery fitted to it. Why this is important is because across Europe, in common with ICE powered cars and second only to tyre related problems, it’s 12-volt battery issues that cause the highest number of…
Although previous articles have addressed matters such as general tyre care, however careful a driver you are and irrespective of how much attention you place on ensuring that your tyres are in the best condition and are at their correct pressure, they gradually wear and will eventually need replacing. Replacing Your Tyres How do you know when to replace tyres? How many tyres should you replace? What’s the best and safest option? How do you know when to replace tyres? Although…
Walk into the service station when you’ve filled up with fuel, browse the aisles in a supermarket or do it yourself (DIY) outlet, or visit a car accessory centre and you’ll be overwhelmed with choices when it comes to air fresheners of all sorts of designs and fragrances. How to keep your car smelling fresh The laundry option Morning coffee Cotton balls Sugar keepers Baking soda Walk into the service station when you’ve filled up with fuel, browse the aisles in a supermarket or…
A central locking system enables all doors and hatches on a passenger car to be centrally locked and unlocked. combustor,hybrid,electric Function SafetyThe central locking system enables all doors, tailgates and fuel-tank flaps to be centrally locked and unlocked. In the process, the simultaneous locking and unlocking is either actuated via one of the locks or by remote control. A transmitter is incorporated into the car key which sends a radio signal to a control unit when the…
Suspension springs are the link between wheels and car body. Their primary task is to compensate uneven road surfaces and thus provide an assurance of high levels of ride comfort. Secondly, they must ensure... combustor,hybrid,electric Function Safety DepreciationSuspension springs are the link between wheels and car body. Their primary task is to compensate uneven road surfaces and thus provide an assurance of high levels of ride comfort. Secondly, they must ensure that the…
Vehicles are generally heated by waste heat from the internal combustion engine. Auxiliary heaters provide supplementary heating for the passenger compartment of cars without having to rely on the heat given off by the engine. combustor,hybrid,electric Function Safety Value retention Protection of the environmentParticularly in winter, auxiliary heaters make sure car windows are defrosted ready for driving and do not mist up. A clear view of the road is thus guaranteed.…
The start of a new year is a good opportunity to rethink habits and adopt more responsible routines. When it comes to driving, small changes can make a big difference in both road safety and the overall condition of your vehicle. Setting realistic resolutions behind the wheel not only helps reduce risks, but also extends the car’s lifespan and improves the driving experience. Below are eight good habits to start the year driving in a safer and more responsible way. 1. Keep your…
Although the paintwork on the body of your car is almost constantly assaulted by all sorts of residue whatever the time of year. Removing sap, insects and road debris from your paintwork What causes the problem? So, how should you safely remove it? Then what should you do? What causes the problem? Although the paintwork on the body of your car is almost constantly assaulted by all sorts of residue whatever the time of year, it is often more obvious in the summer when the weather…
In general, multi carriageway roads tend to be either within a city, where they are used to help the flow of traffic and tend to have a low speed limit, or main roads where usually, the national speed limit applies and it is these that are addressed within this article. Driving on fast, multi carriageway roads Think about distance How should you deal with tailgating? Think about your braking Think about distance In general, multi carriageway roads tend to be either within a…
With more than 65 years of experience, 2,200 employees and 10 locations worldwide, ACPS Automotive is the global technology leader and European market leader for towbars for cars, SUVs and vans. Under the ORIS brand, the company offers a wide range of premium towbars and bicycle carriers for retrofitting. In cooperation with the regional companies in Spain, Great Britain, Hungary, the Netherlands and the USA, ACPS Automotive Services manages the international Aftermarket…
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