Cars 2024, November
Power steering belt: description and principle of operation
Each car has additional auxiliary devices - these are air conditioners, power steering, generators. All these elements are driven from the engine by means of drive belts. The power steering belt is a consumable item. These parts need to be replaced from time to time. Let's see what drive belts are, how they need to be maintained and replaced
Wipers creak on glass: how to fix the problem?
Wipers are the thing in the car that drivers use almost every day. Many are faced with the problem of squeaking. And if short-term trips allow you to survive this problem, then at long distances this annoying sound can be pretty annoying. How to solve this problem? Why do wipers squeak on glass? Find the answers to these questions in our article today
Goodyear tires: popular models, reviews
Among the huge number of automotive rubber manufacturers, Goodyear deserves special attention. Tires of this brand are in great demand among car owners around the world. The company's specialists have impressive experience in the field of tire development and introduce only advanced technologies into production. Take a closer look at which Goodyear tires are preferred by vehicle owners
Car stability and handling: criteria and factors
Car handling is a factor that worries many drivers. Not only the speed of movement, but also the safety of passengers depends on it. There are several levels of control - basic and "advanced". In this article you can find information on how to improve car handling and whether it is necessary to do this for ordinary city trips
What is the use of a braid on the steering wheel and how to choose it correctly?
It's no secret that every motorist wants to drive his car with maximum comfort. To do this, some drivers purchase anatomical seats in the cabin, others make tuning suspensions, and still others purchase a braid on the steering wheel. The latter option really increases the level of comfort, because the driver’s hands are always on the steering wheel, respectively, it should not slip and cause irritation to the motorist
Brands of cars, their logos and characteristics. Car brands
The number of modern car brands is almost impossible to count. German, Japanese, Russian and other cars fill the market without interruption. When purchasing a new machine, it is necessary to carefully study each manufacturer and each brand. The article below provides a description of the most popular car brands
Autobuffers: reviews of car enthusiasts
Recently, devices such as autobuffers have become widespread among motorists. Reviews about them vary, so we will consider all the pros and cons
All motor oil approvals. Specifications
Different manufacturers today use different engine oil tolerances, so for many people their difference causes some inconvenience
Positive and negative reviews: Fuelfree - fuel saver
With the development of technology, modern motorists every year have more and more opportunities to upgrade their own car, and there are more and more offers on the net to purchase new devices or any substances, and countless reviews are attached to them
Decarbonizing "Laurel": reviews, instructions. Liquid "Laurel" for engine decoking
Recently, many drivers have been interested in the decarbonization of Lavr. Reviews about this tool are often positive, but some are interested in learning the benefits of using it
Electric pump for warming the car interior. "Gazelle", electric pump: characteristics, repair, connection, reviews
Most modern cars use an electric pump to provide cooling. "Gazelle" is equipped with an excellent device of this type, which can be installed on other cars
Correct wheel alignment. Effect on vehicle handling
Wheel alignment plays a rather important role in the operation of the car, but not everyone understands why they are so important and how to observe them
"Suprotek": reviews of car owners
Recently, the tribological additive "Suprotek" has become very popular. Feedback from car owners about this tool is largely positive, but many doubt its effectiveness
The size of the Renault Logan wiper blades. Which is better to choose?
To better prepare your car for the new season, you should think about replacing the wiper blades. Let's consider how to understand that it's time to change the wipers, the features of choosing a product, and also what should be the size of the wiper blades on the Renault Logan of different years of manufacture
How to choose a fuel saver? Comparison of Fuel Shark and Neosocket
Many car owners have heard about such a device as a fuel saver, but not many people know its advantages and principle of operation, as well as its main characteristics. We will study in the article whether devices can really save fuel consumption, by how much, and also compare the popular Fuel Shark and Neosocket models
"Volkswagen" 7-seater: review, description
Volkswagen Touran 2018 review. The third-generation Volkswagen Touran compact van moved to the new MQB modular platform, due to which its dimensions have increased significantly compared to its predecessor (second-generation Volkswagen Touran), and the wheelbase dimensions have become identical to the size of the Volkswagen Passat B8
"Rapid Skoda": disadvantages and advantages of the car, owner reviews
The myth that the Skoda brand is in many ways the German company Volkswagen is just a lie and a rumor. After all, they are original even with some dependence on the Germans. Skoda Rapid is proof of that. Usually it is compared with the Polo model from the Germans, however, when it comes to this, the price of the Czech brand catches the eye. Why is she so big? Is it a status? This and other shortcomings of Skoda Rapid will be discussed in the material of the article
"Audi-A4" 2005: review, specifications
In this article we will look at a wonderful German car brand Audi, namely the A4 model. It was released back in 2005 and was equipped with a two-liter engine. In this article we will consider its technical characteristics, owner reviews
PCD - what is it? Deciphering the labeling of auto disks
When choosing a new shoe for their car, a lot of people are faced with strange symbols on the rim. Everyone understands the standard parameters: wheel radius, profile width, seasonality. But besides them, when buying, you need to take into account many other things: the diameter of the mounting hole, the offset of the disk, the location of the mounting holes. You can learn about what it is - PCD of the rim and how to choose the right new tires from this article
Car horn, how it works
The article describes the sound signal of cars, indicates its main elements, the principle of operation and installation features
Sport exhaust system on various car models
The exhaust system in cars is necessary for the ejection of combustion products from the engine cylinders. Standard design consists of catalytic converters, exhaust manifold and muffler. If you look, the principle of operation of the exhaust system is quite simple. Even people who are far from automotive topics will be able to understand the scheme of work. The main thing is the task that this system solves. It is designed to clean engine cylinders from exhaust gases
Reversing traffic light - what is it?
The number of vehicles of Russians increases by several thousand annually. Therefore, it is not surprising that every day we spend decent time in traffic jams. Most often, traffic jams occur in the same place and at certain hours
Reno Scenic - the world's first compact van
Reno Scenic is a compact van that saw the light of day in 1996. Initially, it was based on the Megan model, but over time it began to bear little resemblance to its "progenitor". The history of this car is divided into three generations
Land Cruiser 105 - another restyling from Toyota
Land Cruiser 105 is one of the modifications of the legendary Toyota Land Cruiser, popularly referred to as "corn" because of the consonance of words. It has been produced since 1998
New word of the domestic auto industry: Lada Jeep
For most people, the Lada brand is associated with something Soviet, outdated and certainly not fashionable or modern. But last year, this company made a real revolution by releasing (so far only on the domestic market) the car Lada-Jeep-X-RAY
Another success - BMW 530i
BMW 530i is one of the variations of the BMW E39 body, which has been produced since 1995. It was based on the E34 and was produced until 2003, after which it was replaced by the next model - the E60 with a radically new design
The legendary BMW 750i
BMW 750i is one of the variations of BMW E38. The car was released in June 1994, replacing the E32. The model was produced until 2001, and then it was replaced by the E65
How to remove a scratch on a bumper: methods and technologies
Bumpers are the most vulnerable parts of the body. A minor accident, a stone flying out from under the wheels of an oncoming car - all this causes great damage to the appearance of the vehicle. The article tells how to remove a scratch, a chip and even a deep furrow on the bumper. By doing it yourself, you will save a decent amount of money
Understood. What is the compression ratio?
The article describes such an engine characteristic as the compression ratio. Examples of its increase are given, as well as other trifles of using this indicator of the car
"Lada-Granta": clearance. "Lada-Granta": technical characteristics of the car
The updated Lada Granta appeared before domestic motorists on the catwalks of the Moscow International Motor Show, held in late summer and early autumn 2018. Technically, the novelty is the next planned restyling, however, due to the abundance of innovations, it can rightfully be considered the second generation. The most significant difference can be called the merger of the model line. From now on, hatchbacks and station wagons, produced under the name Kalina, will belong to "Grant"
"Concepts Lada" (Lada C Concept): description, specifications
The LADA C project is a joint project of AvtoVAZ and the Canadian company Magna International, which provides for the creation of a series of C class cars. Existed in Russia from 2004 to 2009. The Lada C project provided for the joint creation of ten series of car models under the Lada brand at the existing facilities of AvtoVAZ. The launch of new versions in mass production was scheduled for 2009. It was supposed to create a joint venture, which was to be headed by one of the vice presidents
Faulty VAZ-2110: no spark. 8 valve injector: possible causes of the problem
All possible breakdowns of VAZ-2110 cars are conditionally divided into three types. These are problems in the fuel supply system, various failures in electronics and electrics, as well as more global troubles (ICE, gearbox). If the car has problems in the ignition system, then they immediately make a diagnosis - the spark has disappeared. Let's look at why there is no spark on the VAZ-2110 (injector, 8 valves)
Car alarm "Starline". Choice Advantage
Buying a car, no one now asks the question: "Spend money on an alarm or save money?" More importantly - which one to put? The choice is huge. Let's look at how good the Starline A91 alarm is
"Kama Breeze": customer reviews
Cheap Russian-made car tires rarely get rave reviews from motorists. This is due to the fact that low-quality materials are used in its production, and the technical process was debugged back in the Soviet Union. However, there are more modern models that may not be inferior in performance to the proposals of well-known foreign companies. One of them is Kama Breeze, reviews of which, surprisingly, are pretty good
Tires "Kama-205" (175/70 R13): reviews, overview of characteristics, photos
One of the options for budget tires for domestic classics is the rather well-known "Kama 205 17570 R13". Reviews about it, left by drivers who managed to test it on their car, are rather mixed. Therefore, it is worth understanding the main features of these tires, as well as analyze what positive and negative sides they have
Amtel Planet EVO tires: reviews
Russian car tires are sometimes able to surprise with unexpectedly high quality and pleasant cost. Thanks to local production, it has the necessary qualities and is designed specifically for operation in domestic weather conditions. Such a series of models is the Amtel Planet EVO. Reviews about it emphasize a fairly large number of positive aspects
Winter tires "Matador MP 30": reviews, specifications
Slovenian-made winter car tires are valued among Russian drivers because they are of good quality and more than affordable prices. One of the most common models can be safely called the Matador MP-30 winter tires. Reviews about it show that drivers are generally satisfied with this rubber
Tires Matador MP 47 Hectorra 3: reviews, tests, manufacturer
Slovenian summer car tires once again surprise with their quality. Reviews about the Matador MP-47 Hectorra 3 flooded domestic automotive forums. Despite the fact that the brand cannot be called too famous, it was this model that quickly gained popularity due to its characteristics. Let's see what exactly was the impetus for this, what approaches the manufacturer used to improve the tire, and whether it is worth buying it for your car
Winter tires Nexen Winguard Spike: owner reviews, test, sizes
Winter tires from foreign manufacturers are often valued higher than domestic models. This is due to increased control in foreign production, due to which the quality and overall performance of tires are much higher. One such model is the Nexen Winguard Spike. Reviews about it show that the Korean manufacturer sought, if not to achieve the ideal, then at least get closer to it
Tires Nexen Winguard 231: description, reviews. Winter tires Nexen
When choosing car winter tires, most drivers try to find a model that could provide maximum safety. Usually for this it is not enough to know only the official information from the manufacturer. Those who have already used this or that rubber and left detailed reviews about it can help with the final decision. The hero of this review was the famous Nexen Winguard 231 tires, for which a detailed analysis of driver reviews will be made