Cars 2024, November
Pirelli Cinturato P1 tires: description, specifications and owner reviews
Quality summer tires remain essential for every driver. Traffic safety directly depends on it, especially at high speed on a good paved track or during rain, when there are a lot of deep puddles on the road, and braking efficiency is noticeably reduced. It is for such situations that premium tires with the beautiful Italian name Pirelli Cinaturato P1 are adapted. It speaks well of both professional testers and drivers
Tires 195/65 R15 Nordman Nordman 4: review, description, specifications and owner reviews
Speaking of domestic car tires, many people remember the old Soviet tires, which rarely had outstanding performance. However, today there are many Russian-made tires that can compete well with models from famous world manufacturers. One of these tires is Nordman Nordman 4 19565 R15. This rubber is firmly entrenched in the market, as it is well suited to the local climate and has a pleasant cost
Efficientgrip Compact Goodyear tires: owner reviews
Summer car tires are often underestimated by drivers, paying much less attention to their choice than winter tires. However, this is a common mistake, because in the summer there are also quite a few dangers on the road, and tires must be reliable and proven. One of the models that have become famous among drivers is the American Efficientgrip Compact Goodyear
Pirelli Verde all season Scorpion: owner reviews
Winter tires are produced by a large number of countries. However, not every model is suitable for operation in the harsh conditions of the domestic climate. Moreover, it is much more difficult to make all-season tires that could show their best side. However, it still exists. Such an option that can withstand difficulties is an Italian development called the Pirelli Verde All Season Scorpion. Reviews about it will help you figure out what exactly impresses drivers
Toyota Villa series: WiLL Vi, WiLL VS, WiLL Cypha
Toyota cars have always been distinguished by high reliability, build quality and demand. That is why, taking part in the WiLL project, the company thoroughly approached all the necessary requirements. From the beginning of 2000 until 2005, three versions of the machines were presented to the public: Vi, VS and VC (later Cypha). All of them looked very unusual and undoubtedly deserved recognition from many motorists
Amphibious vehicle VAZ-2122. VAZ-2122: specifications, photo
In the era of the developing automotive industry of the USSR, many entertaining projects were created that boggled the imagination. A large number of experimental samples with unimaginable characteristics and performance gave hope for great success. The instance under review is no exception. Amphibious vehicles received a lot of attention. And the VAZ-2122 car (its photo is presented in our article) was just designed to overcome all kinds of land and water obstacles
How to connect the rear view camera
Not all hybrid vehicles come with a parking camera. And on such cars, it will not be superfluous at all, especially during parking
Review of the car "Mercedes S 600" (S 600): specifications, description, reviews
"Mercedes C 600" in the 140th body - a legend that was published for seven years - from 1991 to 1998. This car replaced Mercedes, made in the 126th body. This machine was simply outdated by that time. Therefore, the “six hundredth” came into the world, which almost immediately became synonymous with the words “consistency”, “success” and “good taste”
Ford car: an overview of some models
Ford was founded by the great designer Henry Ford. He was the first to obtain permission to own automobile property, and his first Ford car struck all buyers. In 1902, the Ford Motor Co. was officially incorporated. In the first year, sales amounted to more than one thousand cars, which guaranteed an incredible success
Ford: country of origin, review of the best models
The American automobile manufacturer Ford is one of the main market leaders. For more than a century of existence, this auto giant has created dozens of different models of cars. All American brands of machines of this manufacturer are reliable and affordable for the resulting high quality
How to choose a parking sensor?
The article is about parking sensors. Considered device characteristics, varieties, selection tips, manufacturers, etc
"Maserati": country of origin, history of creation, specifications, power and reviews with photos
Practically everyone who is interested in cars sooner or later dreamed of a Maserati (manufacturing country - Italy). This luxury car brand inspires admiration and respect for its developers. Read about the history of the brand, about which country the Maserati manufacturer is and about the latest line of these supercars, read in this article
How to protect your car from theft: the best electronic and mechanical devices
The car has become for many people an indispensable assistant in everyday life: to get to the store, to go to another city on business, to give a ride to a relative or friend - there are countless applications for this means of transportation. Besides, a good car is expensive. For these reasons, every car owner tries to protect the car from theft as much as possible. What anti-theft car protection systems can be used to do this?
Do-it-yourself car window tinting
Today, the windows of almost all cars are covered with a dimming film. Tinting not only protects against ultraviolet radiation and prying eyes, but also serves as a factor that will not allow the glass to shatter and injure passengers if it is damaged, while maintaining the safety of people. But there are situations when the exact opposite action is required - window tinting
Types of car tinting. Car window tinting: types. Toning: types of films
Everyone knows that different types of tinting make the car more modern and stylish. In particular, dimming the windows in a car is the most popular and popular way of external tuning. The whole advantage of such modernization lies in its simplicity and relatively low cost of the procedure
Diagnosis of diesel injectors: possible malfunctions, repairs, reviews
The nozzles are subjected to the highest loads - the mechanism constantly works in aggressive environments, and the work itself is associated with high intensity. Therefore, they often fail. Diesel injector diagnostics is the first thing you need to start repairing fuel equipment and only then move on to other elements
Idle speed sensor on the VAZ-2109 (injector): where is it located, purpose, possible malfunctions and repairs
In injection cars, a power system is used that is different from the carburetor with its channel for idling the engine. To support the operation of the engine in XX mode, an idle speed sensor, the VAZ-2109 injector, is used. Experts call it differently: XX sensor or XX regulator. This device practically does not cause problems to the car owner, but sometimes it still fails
How to tie a towline: towline knot and bowline knot
Each motorist, in addition to the standard set, must have a tow rope. He will help to get a stuck car out of the mud, to drag a suddenly broken car to the nearest service station. The cables that are offered on store shelves are equipped with hooks or carabiners. Due to the devices, the driver can quickly attach the twisted product to the car body. But what if the cable is old or there is no carabiner on it? How to tie a tow rope quickly and securely?
Additive SMT 2: customer reviews, composition, types and instructions for use
The automotive chemicals market is oversaturated with a variety of oil additives with useful properties. Some additives are designed to improve engine performance. others will clean the soot, others are able to cure small defects. One of the market offers is the SMT 2 additive. There are still very few reviews about it and car owners are not sure that this is not another Suprotec clone, the only effect of which is the placebo effect
How do they cheat at gas stations? Fuel injection schemes. What to do if cheated at a gas station
Cases of fraud at gas stations in Russia and CIS countries are not uncommon. Despite the rather high cost of fuel, the owners of large and small chains selling fuel are constantly implementing schemes to snatch additional money from car owners in the form of underfilling of fuel. Every day, cunning entrepreneurs come up with newer and more sophisticated ways to take money from the population
Gearbox "Kalina": description, device and principle of operation
Some of the car owners heard that the Kalina checkpoint has a cable drive, someone - that multi-cone synchronizers are installed inside. Someone heard that in the car there is an old box developed by Renault, which was given to AvtoVAZ. How is the Kalina gearbox arranged, what is new in it?
How to restore the battery terminal with your own hands in garage conditions
The current-collecting leads or terminals on batteries are made of soft, fusible lead. This is done for a reason - in the event of a short circuit, the terminal will simply melt and the circuit will break. This is very convenient, but due to the softness of the metal, the terminals may need to be repaired during the operation of the battery. Collector leads can oxidize, break, burn out. Let's find out how to repair the terminal on the battery
The radio turns off when the engine starts: possible causes and solutions
Motorists could repeatedly notice that in the process of starting the engine, or rather turning on the starter, the car radio turns off. The device goes silent for just a few seconds, and then turns on. Most often, this situation can be observed with non-standard devices. Let's find out what to do when the radio turns off when starting the engine
How to distinguish winter tires from summer tires: features, differences and reviews
When driving a car, safety is important. A lot depends on the right tires for the season. Many beginners who have just become motorists do not know how to distinguish winter tires from summer tires
Car "Skoda Yeti": clearance, specifications and reviews
Practicality, high availability and other features instantly made this car a bestseller in Europe - over 300,000 copies were sold in four years
The best hybrid wipers: review, device and reviews
What could be easier than buying wipers for your car? It is enough to go to the nearest car shop, choose something prettier and pay
Automatic transmission - how to use? Automatic transmission switching and control modes
Today, many novice drivers, and motorists with experience, choose a car with an automatic transmission. Beginners are often afraid of the very need to shift gears while driving, experienced drivers have appreciated the possibilities of calm and measured movement in a car equipped with automatic transmission
Rubber mat is the best protection for your car
Rubber mat is the perfect solution to keep your car clean. In addition, it will become a reliable protection against dust and moisture, which can accumulate in the cabin and trunk
Automotive design: features, history and interesting facts
Auto design is usually called a preliminary, draft stage of creating a model of a car of its own unique and individual art form. Automotive design is based on the given conditions of rationalism and manufacturability when creating cars. Something without which the car cannot drive, as well as meet the requirements of buyers and regulatory authorities, must be provided in one form or another in the sketch, drawings and in the metal
The opportunity cost of a purchased car is determined by how? New cars and prices
From month to month there are new cars, and their prices are very high. Do you think that a high-quality and new car can be purchased exclusively in car dealerships? We hasten to please you (and upset someone), because this is far from the case
Which car to choose for girls: an overview of the best models and reviews of manufacturers
Increasingly, on the roads of the country you can meet cars driven by girls. These are cars of different brands, classes and configurations. What is a "female car", is there such a thing at all and how to choose the right car for a girl - the answers to these questions in the article
Pneumatic tires: types, design, application
One of the main components of the wheels of any car are pneumatic tires. They are mounted on the rim and provide high-quality contact with the road. When the vehicle is moving, the tire absorbs vibrations as well as vibrations from driving over bumps in the road. Thus, the tire provides comfort and safety. They make different types of tires. They differ in materials, chemical composition, physical properties
The battery is running low: causes and solutions
The article talks about the reasons why the car battery is discharged. The main malfunctions due to which the battery loses its charge are considered
Why is the battery not charging? Possible reasons
Owners of used or rather old cars may face such a problem as the lack of efficient battery charging. This is a common situation that occurs for various reasons. Sometimes the battery does not get a charge even when using a special charger, but do not rush to throw it away
Car amplifier - power and richness of sound
Everyone who understands even a little bit about sound will be able to appreciate a car amplifier. With it, you can achieve a clear distribution and saturation of the colors of the sound
Battery. How to choose?
Many drivers are familiar with the situation when one day, when trying to start the car, instead of turning the starter and smooth engine operation, they heard only pitiful sounds from under the hood
Installation and connection of the car radio with your own hands
The process of installing a car radio in a car is a job that can be done by hand. At the same time, the installation operation itself is not particularly difficult. An ordinary car owner, at least a little familiar with the basics of electrical engineering, will connect the car radio without any problems. How to correctly connect the radio in the car and what should be the sequence of actions, we will consider further
What to do if the cooling fan is constantly running: causes, solutions and recommendations
There are many important components in a car, and the quality of the car as a whole depends on how well they work. One of these is the cooling system. Often on some models it happens that the cooling fan is constantly running. This is not a very good sign. Insufficient cooling of the engine can lead to overheating of the motor - and this, in turn, can result in a large amount of money for the owner to overhaul
Validity period of the vehicle diagnostic card
The validity period of the diagnostic card depends on the year of manufacture of the car, its specialization and purpose. Since 2015, the car owner himself is obliged to monitor the period of technical inspection, the traffic police does not require the presence and presentation of a DC
Exhaust gases and their danger
In the modern world, it is generally accepted that exhaust gases from internal combustion engines cause the greatest damage to the environment. However, in recent years, conflicting opinions of experts about the dangers or benefits of these gases have been increasingly heard. In our usual understanding, only machines harm nature, leaving generators and installations for heating, water supply and other needs in the background