Cars 2024, December
Which is better, Kia Sportage or Nissan Qashqai: car comparison
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Many motorists are wondering: "Which is better - Kia Sportage or Nissan Qashqai?" Given the similar appearance, parameters and the fact that both cars are in the same price category, the answer to this question is greatly complicated. But in this article, the maximum amount of information has been selected that will help once and for all to make a choice: Nissan Qashqai or Kia Sportage
Car service station: list of services
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What services are provided at car service stations? How to choose a good service? Examples and recommendations
Which oil is suitable: synthetic or semi-synthetic?
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Car owners often wonder which oil is best to choose: semi-synthetic or synthetic? When choosing, it is necessary to take into account certain technical characteristics: age, technical condition, brand and mileage
Light transmission of tinting. A device for measuring tint. Car tinting
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Modern vehicles are hard to imagine without tinted windows. However, the light transmission of tinting must meet regulatory requirements
Mobil 5W40 oil: specifications, reviews
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The durability of the car engine depends on the quality of engine oil. Therefore, the issue of choosing lubricants is approached especially scrupulously. What qualities are characterized by 5w40 Mobil oil, the advice of experts and experienced users will help you figure it out
How to check if the air flow sensor is working?
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A lot depends on how well the air flow sensor works, incl. vehicle power and fuel consumption. How to check the performance of the device?
0W20 - engine oil: overview, types, specifications and reviews
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Fluid oils allow you to save fuel, which has a positive effect on the environment and the car owner's wallet. Most Japanese car manufacturers make engines that require 0W20 oil. What is special about these oils? Let's talk about this
Error code p0420 Toyota, Ford and other cars
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A fairly common diagnostic error code. In the information spaces, and just in everyday life, car owners can hear a lot of information, rumors and advice about this code. Let's look at what it all means, what kind of malfunction it can talk about, what ways to solve this problem exist
Car Largus Cross: reviews, pros and cons
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Largus Cross is a rather attractive novelty that was recently developed by the Russian company AvtoVAZ. The car became really expected: many people were intrigued by press releases and periodically appearing information from official sources regarding the novelty. Well, it recently came out. What did the long-awaited Lada by Russian motorists turn out to be?
Best motor oil brands
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In order for the car engine to run smoothly and smoothly, the right choice of the right engine oil is of great importance. There are many brands on the Russian market, but not all of them are in demand among motorists. In this article, we will rank the best brands of motor oils tested by hundreds of thousands of kilometers
Kama 218 tires: reviews and description
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Most motorists, when choosing tires for their car, prefer more expensive models. This is due to the prevailing opinion that the manufacturer gives true information only about expensive tires. However, it is not. And the Nizhnekamskshina company is a confirmation of this, which tries to provide excellent characteristics for its products and talks about them. However, at the same time, Kama tires are distinguished by a rather low cost
Pirelli Scorpion ATR tires: reviews
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Pirelli Scorpion ATR tires are designed for all-wheel drive crossovers and SUVs. According to the manufacturer, you can operate a car with them all year round. Tires are suitable for almost any road surface, including light off-road. Tires can be matched to most modern crossovers and SUVs, as their dimension ranges from 15 to 24 inches. Tires are also available in other sizes
Nexen WinGuard Ice tires: reviews
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In winter, high-quality tires are responsible for road safety. The Nexen WinGuard Ice winter tire model will allow the driver to gain complete control over the road and minimize the risk of becoming a victim of a weather-related accident. Let us consider in more detail the characteristics and parameters declared by the manufacturers of the aforementioned product
Goodyear UltraGrip Ice 2 tires: reviews
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Many motorists faced a difficult choice before this winter: they had to choose winter tires, as the resource of the old ones was completely exhausted. This should be taken seriously, because in winter, safety largely depends on tires. At the same time, you need to pay attention to the characteristics, but do not forget about the reviews of real people who will not lie. Many people are considering buying Goodyear UltraGrip Ice 2 winter tires
Pirelli Scorpion Winter tires: reviews, description
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One of the leading and most widely used automotive rubber companies is Pirelli Tire. Every year, the company produces a wide variety of tires that are in great demand among car owners. This allows the company to take a leading position in the market. In this article, we will look at Pirelli Scorpion Winter tires: description, reviews and price
Tires "Goodyear Ultra Grip 500": types, photos and reviews of owners
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Winter tires made in the USA have been a constant topic of debate for most motorists. On the one hand, it has a fairly low cost, and on the other hand, will it be able to withstand domestic weather conditions without testing in a cold winter? This question, most likely, was asked by almost every car lover. Let's take the Goodyear Ultra Grip 500 model as an example and find out what degree of quality and practicality rubber Americans have
Bridgestone Dueler A/T 697 tires: reviews
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Almost every driver knows or has heard of the existence of Bridgestone car tires. This is due to the fact that the Japanese company for their production has been on the market since 1931. At the moment, it has gained popularity and trust not only of specialists, but also of ordinary car owners around the world, including Russia
Sailun Ice Blazer WST1 tires: reviews
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This tire model is one of the first studded winter tires made in China. These tires are created with the support of well-known manufacturing companies and have clear advantages: at a low cost, they guarantee a high level of grip and road safety. Size 17 model, tire diameter 13-15 inches. For commercial vehicles, 15-inch models are intended
Michelin Pilot Sport tires: description, features
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Today, one of the leaders in the production of car tires is the Michelin company, which was formed in the very distant 1889. Although not everyone can afford the cost of these products, these tires are of very high quality. We propose in this article to talk about the products of the manufacturer Michelin Pilot Sport
Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V1 tires: reviews. Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V1 Specifications
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Bridgestone has a long history of producing Blizzak tires. They have survived several generations, each of which improves performance. Due to this, popularity is increasing. However, the demand for them is greatest in regions where conditions are most severe in winter. They are designed for passenger cars, as well as crossovers and medium-sized SUVs. This article discusses winter tires Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V1, reviews about them
Toyo Observe G3-Ice reviews. Winter studded tires Toyo OBSERVE G3-ICE
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This article will consider tires TOYO Observe G3-Ice, which are designed for the winter period. What characteristics do they have? What reviews do motorists leave about TOYO Observe G3-Ice? These and other questions will be discussed further
GT Radial Champiro IcePro tires - country of manufacture, specifications and reviews
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Motorists often pay attention to Radial Icepro tires from the Giti Tire brand. What are they? What reviews can you find about GT Radial Champiro Icepro tires? All this and other important questions - below
Radial tire. Tires for automobiles
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Car tires consist of two main elements - tread and carcass. The latter takes on the main power loads. And this is not only air pressure from the inside of the tire, but also the unevenness of the roadway outside. In this regard, for its manufacture, a special rubberized fabric (cord) is used, which is located around the entire perimeter of the wheel in several layers. The basis of the cord can be cotton, nylon and viscose, but most often it consists of metal wire
Tire manufacturers and reviews
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All modern Russian-made tires are created in full compliance with European standards. Only new technologies are applied. Which tire manufacturers are considered the best?
Toyo winter tires: reviews, prices and test results
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It is very important to ensure safe and comfortable driving in all conditions. This factor largely depends on the tires. In winter, it is more difficult to provide, so tires must be chosen more carefully. This is especially true for motorists living in cold winters. The Japanese company TOYO has many winter models. They will be discussed in the article
Automotive glass polishing: benefits, tools and process
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Automotive glass polishing is required by many cars. Over time, glasses lose their transparency, a large number of spots and scratches appear on them. This spoils the exterior of the car and worsens the visibility of the road. Two methods can be used to correct this situation. The first is a replacement for new glass, the second is more economical and rational and involves polishing
Classification and types of engine oil
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There are a huge number of motor oils - how to choose the right one among them? What do all these symbols on the packages mean?
Engine oil "Mobile 3000" 5W30: overview, characteristics
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Mobile 3000 5W30 engine oil is characterized as a synthetic product with a low ash content. Possesses high quality parameters of operation. "Mobile 3000" 5w30 was developed by a well-known company to increase the life of engines and neutralize engine processing products
Mobil 3000 5w40 engine oil: review, specifications, reviews
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Mobil 3000 5w40 engine oil is one of the best and most popular lubricants in the world. ExxonMobil manufactures only the highest quality products. In this, it relies on many years of experience in its own activities in the field of oil refining. All lubricants comply with international norms and standards set by relevant organizations
Engine oil "Mobile 1" 5w30: characteristics, description
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Motor oil "Mobile 1" is a completely synthetic product with enhanced performance properties. The oil is oriented for use in engines with gasoline and diesel fuel, meets all international norms and standards
Basic designations on tires. Designation of all-season tires. Explanation of tire designation
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The article describes the standard designations on tires. A list of international designations with decoding is given
Car "Mazda-626": specifications, engine, repair, photo
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"Mazda 626" is a compact car manufactured by the Japanese Mazda Motor Corporation. Produced from 1970 to 2002. Sold in industrial volumes in the US and Europe. The Americans acquired the rights to produce licensed analogues of the model, and Ford Telstar and Ford Probe were created on the basis of the Mazda-626
Mobil 0W40 engine oil: specifications, descriptions and reviews
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Everyone has heard of Mobil 1 0W40 engine oil. When it comes to engine lubricants, the name of this brand is almost always mentioned. This product is widely distributed in Russia and Europe and is popular. It cannot be said that the oils of this manufacturer are the best on the market, but they collect a lot of positive feedback
Viscosity of motor oils: designation, interpretation
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Viscosity is one of the most important parameters of the oil that needs to be poured into the engine. It is not for nothing that the viscosity of engine oil is indicated on the container itself. Let's see why the viscosity of engine oil is so important, and how it stands for
Replacing the shock absorber struts at the service station and with your own hands
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Replacement of shock absorber struts is carried out in pairs: if the right one is out of order, then the left one must also be changed. This applies to both the rear and front axles of the car. If the breakdown occurred due to natural wear and tear, it is recommended to install new supports
Steering rack "Renault Megan-2": features, device. Replacing the steering rack "Renault Megan-2"
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Steering is a mechanism by which the car moves in the direction set by the driver. According to the owners of Renault Megan-2, repairing the steering rack is a rather time-consuming process: removal alone can take an hour. And the most problematic part, the sleeve, often breaks during dismantling and creates problems with its removal
Do-it-yourself Nissan X-Trail variator repair: description, technology and reviews
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The CVT transmission on the Nissan X-Trail has been the subject of controversy among motorists for many years. Someone drives his car, only undergoing scheduled maintenance, and someone has become a frequent visitor to the service station and dreams of getting rid of a constantly breaking car as soon as possible. Why is this happening? When does a Nissan X-Trail CVT repair become a necessity?
Restoration of the ball joint. Repair, restoration, replacement of ball bearings
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The main enemies of the ball joint have always been water and dirt. They can get on the joints only if the anther is worn. Replacing a worn ball joint (considering that it is non-separable) is a rather expensive pleasure, but restoring it, and even on your own, is quite possible and not so expensive
CVT on the Nissan X-Trail: owner reviews on operation
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Jatco CVTs are rumored to work. Someone was lucky with the purchase of a car, and someone after a few tens of thousands is forced to change the box under warranty. What determines the endurance of this node? What is the actual CVT resource on the Nissan X-Trail?
"Lacetti" hatchback: interior tuning. Chevrolet Lacetti Reviews
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Car interior design should reflect the character of the car owner, emphasize his uniqueness, match his hobbies. You can change the color of the entire interior, trim the steering wheel and seats, install floor lighting or transform the dashboard. This is where there is a place for a flight of fancy