Here's what you need to know about mobile phone usage while at the wheel. We're not lawyers, so do your own research before deciding anything. Disclaimer done, here's what you need to know about mobile phone usage in your vehicle. The legalese is as follows - holding a mobile communication device and operating any of its communicative functions while underway on the road or any other public place is an offence. The penalty? ...
Read MoreFuel-saving tips are sacred things that have been passed down for generations. But, are they really genuine? It’s a rite of passage every petrolhead goes through, and it probably starts with “I heard about this tip back then about…”. With petrol prices ever increasing, plus the onslaught of inflation and global conflicts, car owners worldwide are always looking for ways to help increase the fuel efficiency of their cars, in a bid ...
Read MorePractise these five tips to improve your fuel economy and you’ll be thankful for your tankful. Fuel prices are on a sickeningly upward trend. At the time of this article, RON95 petrol costs at least $2.71 per litre after discount, while RON98 is selling for an eye-watering $3.19 for a litre of the flammable stuff! While it may be tempting to contemplate switching to a hybrid or even Electric Vehicle (EV), ...
Read MoreOur comprehensive guide to dealing with floods on the roads, aka “ponding” - from the risks involved to best methods of actually driving through them. ...
Read MoreHere are some bad driving habits that we may have developed over time. Being aware of these and cutting out these annoying practices can make the roads a safer and more pleasant place for all. Have you been honked at for no apparent reason at all? Or tried to change lanes to make that left turn but no one would let you into their lane? We’ve all been on the receiving ...
Read MoreDoes the thought of driving in the rain strike fear in you? Here are some tips to drive with confidence and safety in wet weather. As we close in on the end of the year, one of the things we can all look forward to (or not, depending on your outlook in life) apart from the holiday season and Christmas shopping, are the Northeast monsoon rains. Chilly sweater weather might bring ...
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FWD v RWD: Why the difference between front and rear wheel drive matters
Source: Gran Turismo Sport You may have heard terms like Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) or Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) being mentioned in the context of cars. If you want to know the difference and how it might affect your next purchase decision, you will be enlightened by the end of this article. Front-wheel drive diagram. Credit: Moebiusuibeom-en, Automotive diagrams 10 En, CC BY-SA 3.0 Most cars are either pulled by the front wheels or ...
Read MoreTurbocharger – it is a word you would have most certainly come across. Maybe you’ve seen it in advertisements or heard it on TV? In fact, despite being an automotive term, ‘turbo’ been widespread enough to enter the popular English lexicon. But what is a turbocharger (or turbo for short) exactly? A bevy of high-performance turbocharged Japanese cars. What is a turbocharger? Here’s all you need to know to get up to speed ...
Read MoreWarning lights in your car’s dashboard are your friend, not enemy, so no need to fear them. This is what the most common ones mean: Cars are incredibly complex machines with thousands of moving parts making up dozens of interconnected systems, all being run via advanced electronics backed up by an array of sensors. With so much computing power on board, few, if any abnormalities will escape your car’s attention, and ...
Read MoreWe’ve all been taught to use our indicators if we want to turn, and our hazard lights if there's an emergency, but did you know there are other uses for them? The orange lights at the corners of every road vehicle are one of the most crucial features on a car, yet are commonly under-utilised. We really shouldn't need to say it, but please don’t forget to use your indicators when ...
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