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Replacing Seat Belts and Upgrading Safety Features: Auto Safety

Hi, my name is Mary, and as a mum of four busy kids, we spend a lot of time in our car. We are constantly driving to sporting events, choir practices and other events. I want my kids to be as safe as possible, so I have upgraded many of our car's safety features. I have replaced seat belts, added new alarms, invested in a car with side airbags and much more. If you want your kids, your pets or yourself to be safer while on the road, I have the tips and ideas you need. Please explore this blog.

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2016

Windscreen Replacement Options You Could Consider
The windscreen on your vehicle is not just essential to ensure you are protected against the elements. With advances in technology, windscreens now offer an assortment of other features that would make driving both comfortable as well as efficient. The following are some of the various windscreen replacement options that you could consider for your car. Tinted windscreens These are the most popular choice motorists will opt for when contemplating windscreen replacement.

Is Your Vehicle's Transmission Sending You a Cry for Help?
The amount of time it takes for you to start experiencing transmission problems will vary from one vehicle that the rest. Typically, transmission systems are built to last a significant amount of time. Nevertheless, mileage and aging of the vehicle would make your transmission prone to problems of wear and tear. It is important to know how to spot the warning signs of transmission problems so that you can seek repairs before they escalate and cause the breakdown of your vehicle.

4 Things that Will Void Your Drivetrain Car Warranty
The drivetrain warranty (also referred to as the powertrain warranty) is a promise by the manufacturer to indemnify you against possible loss caused by defects directly associated with the manufacturer. The drivetrain warranty comprises all parts that get your car running such as the engine, transmission and other components responsible for conveying power to the wheels, eventually leading to motion. Manufacturers base the warranty on the period within which they expect the drivetrain components to perform optimally.

Caravan Maintenance: Things You Can DIY Before the Next Service
Owning a caravan can make your family and group camp tours and road trips much more exciting, inexpensive and flexible. Caravans provide freedom and privacy you would not enjoy when using public transportation and renting accommodation in hotels and motels. However, to enjoy all the benefits that a mobile caravan has to offer and avoid breakdowns, you need to keep it in good condition. Like other automobiles, caravans require regular servicing.

How to polish your car exhaust header
As a result of the extent of heat exposure that a car exhaust header is subjected to, it's prone to displaying signs of deterioration. Therefore, on occasion, you can decide to polish your car exhaust header to give it a shiny, brand-new like appearance. This article gives you step-by-step tips as to how you can polish your exhaust header. Tools and materials needed for the task Aluminium polish Cloth Latex gloves Rust cleaner Newspaper Toothbrush Sandpaper Soapy water Step 1

5 Bad Manual Tranmission Habits That Can Damage Your Vehicle
Many people prefer driving a manual, but that increase in control compared to an automatic does mean that there are a few mistakes that you can make, and many of them can cause considerable damage. Here are just five of the most common manual transmission errors that can damage your vehicle. 1. Downshifting for Braking Some people downshift – dropping from one of the higher gears to a lower one – rapidly when they are approaching a red light in order to slow the vehicle down.

3 Features That Affect the Durability of Commercial Trucks
Trucks on sale have so many standard and optional features that it may be daunting to pick out the most essential features that you need. This article discusses three important features that have a bearing on the durability of any commercial truck. Use this information to select the most durable truck. The Rear Frame  You may compare a rear frame on a truck to the foundation on a house. Once a foundation is weak, that house will not last for long.

3 Tips To Remove Small Dents From Your Car
If you bang your car while backing out or if someone accidentally bumps into you, then chances are that you've got a small dent on the body. While this isn't serious, even a small dent can ruin the entire appearance of your precious vehicle, so you probably want to get it repaired. This guide is designed to help you remove small dents from your car. If the dent is bigger than you can handle, be sure to take it to a smash repairs expert.

3 Tips To Prevent A Breakdown In Your Car's Transmission System
To prevent your car from breaking down while you drive, you must pay close attention to your transmission, whether automatic or manual. Several factors like low transmission fluid levels, car overloading and excessive heat may be involved in the breakdown of your car's transmission system, so here are some tips to prevent them. If you face any transmission problem, be sure to get car repairs immediately to prevent small problems from becoming catastrophic nightmares.