Cars 2024, November
Review BMW 650i cabriolet
The price of a BMW 650i class "cabriolet" is comparable to the cost of an apartment in a residential area of Moscow - more than 4.5 million rubles. This is how much the largest and most expensive convertible in the Bavarian brand's lineup costs - the top-end BMW cabriolet 650i with a turbocharged "eight" with a capacity of 407 horsepower and an 8-speed automatic
Plymouth Hemi Cuda - the legendary American
Muscle cars have long been rare cars, but they still delight many motorists. In this article we will tell you about one of the most popular cars of this class - Plymouth Hemi Cuda
Toyota Corolla 2013. Review of the car
Popular Japanese brand Toyota pleases us with new cars. In this article we will talk about the latest generation of Toyota Corolla. Photo attached to the article
Great Wall Hover - reviews speak for themselves
It's always hard to balance quality and price. But the Chinese always somehow manage to do it, albeit not at a high level, but for their middle-class buyer, they certainly do their best. So it is with the Great Wall Hover H5, which you can read more about in the article below
BMW 730d - another chic from the Bavarian auto industry
What do we imagine when we hear about BMW? Of course, this is chic, absolute comfort and just a great car. So the hero of our article, the diesel BMW 7th series, fully justifies these words. Read more in the article
Immortal German - BMW 535
Bavarians have always pleased us only with high-quality cars. This article will tell you about a car from 10 years ago - BMW 535 E39. The car won appreciation from many motorists from all over the world. Let's try to figure out why
GPS and GLONASS jammer for cars
Recently, a device called a GPS signal jammer (jammer) has been gaining popularity on the Internet. It is supposed to be used for shelter from GLONASS. What is this device and how is the signal suppression carried out - we'll talk about this in the article
Timely repair of the brake system is the key to safety on the road
The article discusses some types of brake systems, causes of failure and methods of elimination. In addition, little things are touched upon that can facilitate the work during repairs
Self-diagnosis and repair of the running gear of the car
The chassis is an integral part of any car. It is she who provides the connection between the car body and the wheels. This property is realized thanks to guides and elastic elements
"Mercedes W140": specifications, description, tuning, spare parts and reviews
"Mercedes W140" is a legendary car. It is reliable, fast, superbly assembled, presentable, powerful. From just a glance at this car, a real connoisseur of the German car industry is shivering. This car is the pinnacle of perfection in the technical thought of the 90s. And it's not hard to prove
Ford Fiesta car: specifications, reviews
"Ford" is an integral brand in the Russian car market. Cars of concern "Ford" have established themselves in our country as strong inexpensive foreign cars. Ford Fiesta is incredibly popular in our country, especially in the secondary market. Let's take a closer look at this model
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 is an SUV worthy of admiration
Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 is one of those rare models that are especially admired in the lineup of even the most popular manufacturer. Owners and passengers of the car can travel in it with maximum comfort, without fear of sandy deserts or swampy impassability. Reliable in operation Toyota Land Cruiser Prado 150 will easily overcome all difficulties
"Subaru Forester" (2007): specifications and owner reviews
"Subaru Forester" (2007) received a masculine look, which at the time of the model's creation was fully consistent with crossover fashion. He lost his share of brutality, which distinguished the second generation, which aroused the indignation of brand lovers. However, such measures were fully justified by market requirements
"Skoda Superb" station wagon: photo, specifications, owner reviews
In our market in recent years, station wagons have lost their popularity. Nevertheless, the Czech company Skoda offers us a new generation of the Skoda Superb station wagon. I wonder what justifies such a risk?
Test drive of the new Subaru Outback
One of the most popular Subaru cars in our country and around the world is the Subaru Outback model. Reviews of car owners and until that time testified to its high manufacturability and comfort. However, the manufacturer decided to upgrade the machine
Which car color is the most practical? Vehicle color and road safety
Most recently, about 50 years ago, the problem of choosing the color of a vehicle among the inhabitants of the Soviet Union never arose. The main quality of a car for a Soviet citizen is its availability. Having gone through a long queue, overcoming all bureaucratic obstacles, our countryman could not even imagine that there would be such an opportunity - to choose the color of a car! Today from our article you will find out which color of the car is the most practical
ParkMaster parking sensor. Types, description
Car parktronics and parking sensors ParkMaster: equipment features, selection and installation. Popular models of parktronics ParkMaster
Mercedes 500, history and evolution
Mercedes 500 called "light comfort" appeared on the roads of Germany, and then throughout Europe in 1951. The car was produced in two versions, a sedan and a convertible
Niva "Taiga" off-road
For a long time, the Soviet, and later the Russian jeep or, as it is now customary to call the Niva SUV, was produced in the same version without changes. This vehicle has already managed to get bored with the consumer and is already obsolete. It was decided to start production of an updated version of the SUV under a slightly different and also updated name Niva "Taiga"
Should I install a sports steering wheel?
Increasingly, car owners began to install a sports steering wheel in the car. It looks very impressive and beautiful. In addition, such tuning increases driving comfort and convenience. But experts contradict this statement, considering the sports steering wheel to be life-threatening, justifying this with real reasons
What is a gas turbine engine?
The gas turbine engine can safely be called one of the most outstanding discoveries of the twentieth century. Consider its main advantages and principle of operation
Double glass on the car
Double glass avoids excessive heating of the car interior from the sun's rays, hides valuables and electronic devices in the cabin from people's eyes. They can be installed both on domestic cars and on some models of foreign cars
Auto glass marking. Deciphering the markings of automotive glass
Every motorist paid attention to the presence of letters and numbers in one of the corners of the car glass. And it seems that this is just a set of incomprehensible designations. But in fact, labeling carries a lot of information. This is how you can find out the type of glass, the date of issue, who produced the auto glass and what standards it meets. How to do this is described below
Clearance of cars, their cross-country ability and stability
It is impossible to assume that the more ground clearance, the better. The reason is simple: the higher the clearance of cars, the higher their center of gravity is, and therefore, the risk of overturning increases
2016 Skoda models and their specifications
In 2016, many new Skoda models were released. Superb, Snowman, Rapid, Fabia, Octavia, Yeti - under these names they became known. Each model is good in its own way. Therefore, it is worth talking about their characteristics separately
Skoda Yeti: specifications and reviews
Many independent experts conducted reviews of the Skoda Yeti, the results of which made it possible to identify the advantages and disadvantages of the car. The crossover is a very nice and compact car that will appeal not only to men, but also to the fair sex
How to install frameless wipers with your own hands
Traditional windshield wipers were often seriously damaged not only by a slight mechanical impact, but even by strong winds or their work when the car was moving at high speed. Today there is a worthy alternative to the bulky, fragile and rather capricious traditional design - frameless wipers
What is a steering shaft cross and how does it work?
The steering shaft crosspiece is one of the main components of the driveshaft of each car. This mechanism performs the function of transmitting torque from the box to the drive axle (usually rear) at a constantly changing angle during rotation. Today we will look at how the steering shaft cross is arranged, what it is made of and how it works
Failed brake pedal - what to do?
Those motorists who have experienced the problem of a failed brake pedal know firsthand how extreme this situation can be. You can talk endlessly about the consequences of an inoperative brake system, therefore, in order not to get into an emergency, you should carefully monitor the technical condition of this system and regularly make diagnostics. In this article, we will look at the reasons that affect the failure of the brake pedal
Manual transmission: device, principle of operation, oil change
All modern transmissions are divided into two types: automatic and mechanical. Historically, the first was mechanics. Although the automatic transmission is gaining popularity, manual transmissions do not lose their positions. Let's talk about manual transmission - interesting tricks of the device, oil change and functionality
Clutch LuK: the body of a passenger car
Russian consumers appreciate the LuK clutch. The reviews are positive and indicate that these components are preferred for use in domestic cars
Dongfeng S30 budget sedan: specifications and equipment
Commercial vehicles manufactured by Dongfeng Motor Corporation are well known in our country. But a few years ago, a Chinese company decided to enter the passenger car market. A C-class sedan was developed, which became known as the Dongfeng S30. The budget nice car quickly attracted attention, and today it can often be found on Russian roads. So, it is worth talking about the characteristics and features due to which it has become popular
How are cars disposed of? Can a salvaged car be restored?
In the Russian Federation, a program has been successfully operating for several years that allows you to dispose of old cars without any hassle. It pursues several goals that are important not only for the state, but also for vehicle owners. In addition, one of the most important tasks of the program is to update the modern automotive industry and support the domestic market
Logo "Lada": the history of the emblem and interesting facts
The term "logo" can be traced back to the century before last. But their hallmarks or marks in Russia were put on masters in ancient times. Legislatively, the possibility of applying a trademark to their products was introduced in 1830, and they began to register them only at the end of the 19th century. At the beginning, the logos of Russian entrepreneurs were their full names, usually in italics
Sports cars: brands, concept, history
Cars, at the sight of which everyone trembles, that do not let you sleep peacefully, they give fortunes for them, there is always a demand for them - these are sports cars. It is pointless to list all car emblems with brand names. This list is updated regularly. Sports cars on the road attract attention and will not leave anyone indifferent. Almost everyone wants to have such an iron horse
Badges of car brands and names. German, American and Chinese car brands and their badges
Badges of brands of cars - how diverse they are! With and without a name, intricate and simple, multi-color and plain … And all are very original and interesting. So, since German, American and Asian cars are the most common and in demand, then using the example of their best cars, the topic of the origin of emblems and names will be revealed
What to choose - sedan or hatchback?
Since the same models began to roll off the assembly lines of automakers, but in different body designs, the debate about what is better - a sedan or a hatchback - has not subsided. These questions are often asked by motorists who choose a new car for themselves. So which option should you prefer?
How to park in reverse correctly
Modern electronics is developing at such a rapid pace that soon cars will be on the same level with the owner in terms of intelligence. But that's in the future. In the meantime, the motorist still has to think with his head and act with his hands
Which is better: Velcro or spikes for modern winter?
The ban on spikes in Western Europe and Japan has led to the emergence of a new type of tires - friction rubber, which, thanks to the sharp tongue of our motorists, has become known as Velcro. Now, in addition to the traditional choice between studded and classic winter tires, the question has been added: "Which is better: Velcro or spikes?"
How to properly shift gears on the mechanics. Basic Tips
All motorists know about the existence of a gearbox in a car. Most novice drivers from the beginning of their training at a driving school have only encountered an “automatic”