Cars 2024, November
ZMZ-513: specifications, photos and reviews
Zavolzhsky motor plant began its activity in the first half of the 20th century. As a result of sales in 1950, it became clear that there was practically no demand. The motors did not meet modern requirements for installation on heavy wheeled and tracked vehicles. The management of the plant decided to develop a line of engines for the automotive industry. It was a real breakthrough. After all, it was then that V-shaped cylinders appeared for the first time in the world
Which is better: automatic transmission or manual transmission?
Is an automatic transmission a sign of the coolness and superior quality of a car? Are manual transmissions a thing of the past?
Humpbacked "Zaporozhets" - he was also loved
Humpbacked "Zaporozhets", for all its anecdotal and shortcomings, for many years was the object of blind love for many Soviet people. He opened the world before them from the car window, gave them the opportunity to travel and gave them a sense of inner independence and freedom. And no matter how it is evaluated today, it is hardly possible to diminish the importance of this car in history
VAZ Niva - the best crossover
To say that the VAZ Niva is a new class of car is clearly not enough. This model largely predetermined and showed the road along which the development of the global automotive industry went on, acted as the forerunner of modern crossovers and comfortable SUVs
ZAZ 968M - cheap and cheerful
Cars produced by the Zaporozhye plant "Kommunar" caused a special attitude, in any case, each of them had its own nickname. It all started with a "humpback", then "eared" appeared, and the story ended with a "soap box". That is what the people called ZAZ 968M. Nevertheless, all the inhabitants of the USSR had a twofold attitude towards him
Hybrid engine - new opportunities for internal combustion engines
Of course, a hybrid engine will not solve all the problems of car developers. However, it can be considered an intermediate option to extend the use of a traditional internal combustion engine. And ensure its application with less environmental pollution
What is a crossover - one for all
Briefly, the crossover can be described as a universal city car with a certain ability to drive outside the city on poor quality roads
Tiger SUV: Hummer is not a decree for him
No matter how you evaluate the contract between Saudi Arabia and GAZ, the fact that the Tiger SUV has appeared is a plus - a car that has excellent off-road performance, with which few foreign cars can compare. And most importantly, his story is not over yet, he continues to develop and improve
What is the clearance of Renault Logan? Characteristics Renault Logan
Taking into account the prospect of driving on Russian roads, the Renault Logan clearance was calculated within 155 mm, while the European version is only 135-140 mm. However, when buying a car, Russian buyers unanimously said that it was low. Indeed, for most cars designed for operation in Russia, the clearance is 170 mm, and even this figure does not always correspond to the operating conditions on Russian roads
"Renault Duster": specifications, owner reviews, photos
Every car enthusiast is well aware of the Renault Duster compact crossover. In 2014, the millionth copy rolled off the assembly line, and shortly before that, a “double” appeared - the Nissan Terrano. What are the advantages and disadvantages of this car. What are the most famous modifications. What is the price for new and used cars. What drivers say about Renault Duster
Fiat Doblo Panorama ("Fiat-Dobla-Panorama") - a great option for the family
The Fiat-Dobla-Panorama passenger car has been mass-produced by the Italian car industry since 2000. 13 years have passed since then, and this machine is still being produced. True, after its debut, the car went through several updates, among which it is worth noting the restyling of 2005
"BMW E34 525" - a classic "Bavarian" with a 30-year history
"BMW E34 525" is a car of the famous Bavarian manufacturer, which is definitely worth talking about. After all, this is a German classic, which at one time was incredibly popular
Chevrolet Cruz clearance. Specifications Chevrolet Cruze
The car "Chevrolet Cruz" has earned popularity due to its dynamic appearance and good technical characteristics. Today we will take a closer look at the design, characteristics, clearance of the Chevrolet Cruze and its other features
Mercedes 124 - 13 years on the assembly line
The Mercedes 124 mid-size sedan was first introduced to the general public in 1984 as a replacement for the outgoing W123. And if the predecessor was the result of a deep modernization of the 114th, then the novelty was developed completely from scratch
Audi 200 - an inexpensive car with excellent dynamics
Alloy wheels, powerful engine, beautiful body, comfortable interior, climate control, automatic transmission - these are just the most basic characteristics of the Audi 200, which was released more than 35 years ago. Today, of course, it is not produced. However, until now, many are interested in where you can buy this good car
Audi A8 car: photos, specifications, reviews
Relatively recently, a major German automaker presented an updated model of the Audi A8. The car aims to compete with its "classmates", which are represented by the seventh series of BMW and the S-class from Mercedes. The luxury car we are considering plans to take a leading position in terms of technical equipment among its sedan rivals. Note that the fact that the company released the model later than its opponents is not accidental
Compression is Engine compression - what is it?
Compression is the determining factor in engine longevity. It is from this indicator that the degree of wear of various parts of the motor depends. Therefore, motorists are trying to support it in various ways. Engine compression - what is it and how is it measured? In today's article, we will try to describe this phenomenon in detail, and also learn how to measure it with our own hands
Audi station wagons: Audi A6, Audi A4. Characteristics, test drive
Audi is best known as a manufacturer of executive business sedans or charged cars. But Audi station wagons also have their audience. Charged Avant, S7 and other models are very expensive and combine a roomy family car and sports power. How did the history of the Audi station wagon lineup begin? Read about it in this article
Because of what it may be necessary to replace the cylinder head gasket?
The article briefly describes the design of the cylinder head gasket itself, the reasons for its replacement, as well as the types of damage that require this
VAZ-2101, engine: characteristics, repair, assembly
On a VAZ-2101 car, the engine has a working volume of 1.2 liters. This is the minimum engine volume, it was installed on almost all VAZ cars. Some argue that Fiat engines were installed on the "penny"
ZMZ-24D engine: characteristics, description, repair
The ZMZ-24D engine was widely used in the vast Soviet Union. The article describes its main technical characteristics, repair and maintenance. You can also refine the power unit to increase the power characteristics
Engine error: decoding, reasons. How to reset an engine error?
Probably, every owner of a car with an injection engine has encountered various errors in the operation of this unit. Such a trouble is reported by the corresponding sign on the instrument panel - "engine error". Many will immediately go to the service station for diagnostics, while others will go with this problem. But the third group of people will definitely be interested in the reasons and decoding of the codes
Lightweight flywheel: features, device, advantages and disadvantages
One of the main elements of the engine is the flywheel. It is to him that the torque is transmitted from the torque shaft. The element is connected to the box through the clutch disc. It is one of the most expensive parts in the crank mechanism. What is this element and what does a lightweight flywheel give? Let's find out
VAZ-21103 - a modification of one of the most popular AvtoVAZ models in its entire history
"Dozens", as they are commonly called by the people, can already be safely called cult cars in our country. The car is really very popular to this day, but we will talk about one of its best modifications - VAZ-21103
Interior heater. Autonomous interior heater
To heat the car, especially in the winter season, to prevent the windows from freezing inside and outside the car, as a rule, a passenger compartment heater is installed. It is recommended to turn it on only after the engine is fully warmed up
Ford Focus 2, specifications
The prototype of the Ford Focus 2, produced until 2007, was the Ford Focus C-MAX, which has increased capacity, updated interior and exterior trim. Ford Focus 2, specifications, tuning
Chevrolet Cruze Wagon - style and comfort
One of the most popular cars is the Chevrolet Cruze Wagon. It is not only stylish and comfortable, but also has excellent technical characteristics
Hyundai HD 78 is an indispensable assistant in various fields
The Hyundai HD 78 model (expert reviews immediately brought the car to a leading position in sales) was released after the HD72 and is actually its improved form. Serial production was launched in 1986. Currently, a number of upgrades have been carried out, but the model has not yet been completely removed from production
LuAZ: do-it-yourself remake. Interesting ideas and recommendations
LuAZ: do-it-yourself alteration, improvement, interesting ideas, features. Do-it-yourself LuAZ alteration: recommendations, photos
How are car wheel hubs arranged?
The hub is a part that is a bearing assembly that connects the wheels to the suspension. Sometimes the concept of "hub" means the whole complex of parts, and sometimes - only one of its parts (bearing assembly). In today's article, we will tell you in detail about how this mechanism works and what function it performs
Oil and gas-oil shock absorbers, shock absorber strut
Sooner or later, any car will require a shock absorber replacement. This detail is not eternal, especially with our road surface
Front hub design and do-it-yourself bearing replacement
The front hub ensures the wheels turn and rotate around their own axis. This is typical for any car, regardless of the type of drive - front or rear. The only thing that is present in the hubs of cars with front-wheel drive is more powerful bearings, since a CV joint is installed on them
External CV joint: device, purpose and principle of operation
A constant velocity joint (CV joint) is a device that transmits torque from the transmission to the leading axle shafts of the vehicle. It is completed in pairs, on one of the axles of the car. What is an external CV joint and how it works - you will find out in today's article
External grenade (SHRUS): device, possible malfunctions, repair and replacement
On front-wheel drive vehicles, there is such a part in the drive as a CV joint - this is a constant velocity joint. It provides transmission of torque from the transmission to the drive wheels. Motorists call this part "grenade". There are two CV joints in the car - external and internal. Let's talk about the outdoor grenade
Wheel bearing: operating problems and their solution
Almost every car owner had to deal with such a problem as increased noise when driving a car. Often this problem can cause not only discomfort for the driver and passengers, but also lead to an accident. Therefore, if you notice extraneous noise while driving a car, you need to determine its source as soon as possible
Do-it-yourself air suspension installation
Today, car manufacturers use several types of suspensions. The most popular, of course, spring. However, many premium and commercial vehicles have been equipped with pneumatic systems for many years. It is more expensive, but provides a high ride and allows you to change the clearance if necessary. Often, owners of lower class cars think about installing such a system. Is it possible to install air suspension with your own hands?
Ignition timing: features, rules and recommendations
Ignition advance is a very important parameter on which the stability and correct operation of injection and carburetor engines operating on gasoline or gas directly depend. Let's look at what the ignition timing is, what it affects, how to determine and adjust it, including on gas equipment
Rolling bearing: marking
Classification of bearings, basic parameters of rolling bearings. Bearing marking features
Rear seat belt: installation and repair
The seat belt is a key link in the system that ensures safety while driving. If you care about the life and he alth of passengers, then control, and if a defect or breakdown is found, repair the rear seat belts. We will analyze the main causes of breakdowns, do-it-yourself repair algorithm
Cars of the Skoda brand: model range, characteristics, photos and reviews
Brand brands "Skoda" are distinguished by stylish and modern design solutions, good technical parameters, strong running gear and economical fuel consumption. Salons are assembled from high-quality and solid materials, ergonomics are verified in them to the smallest detail