As soon as the cold season sets in, the negative influences on a motor vehicle increase. Above all, salt and grit damage the bodywork, but frost also takes its toll on the car. In addition, there is an increased risk of accidents, which is why many drivers decide to buy a winter car. However, there are some aspects to consider, …
Accident without fault and what now?
The rights of claims settlement in the event of an accident that was not the fault of the victim are clearly regulated. Anyone who is involved in an accident through no fault of their own is entitled to a number of rights as the injured party. Which claims the injured party can assert is only determined once the question of …
The EGR Valve: Function, Signs of Defects and Replacement
What is EGR valve? EGR stands for exhaust gas recirculation. The EGR valve is a key component of this system which reduces the temperature of the exhaust gases produced when fuel is burned in the engine and the release of nitrogen oxides into the environment. During exhaust gas recirculation a portion of the exhaust gases produced are returned to the …
How much does it cost to change shock absorbers?
What is a shock absorber on a car? The shock absorber, also called vibration damper, absorbs shocks and vibrations transmitted from the road surface to the vehicle. The structure of a shock absorber is quickly explained. It consists of a cylinder and a piston. Inside the cylinder is gas or oil. By moving up and down, the gas or oil …
The turbocharger whistles – what to do?
What is a turbocharger? The turbocharger is also known as the exhaust gas turbocharger or ATL for short. This is an optional assembly within an internal combustion engine that serves to increase the power and efficiency of the engine. The working principle of the turbocharger is that by using the kinetic energy of the engine exhaust gases, more outside air …
Hubcaps at the car – How to mount wheel covers?
The summer is coming and Western Australian invites you to drive again. Now that the roads are passable again and the rims are not dirty after every short kilometer drive, it is time to get your wheel covers out of the garage again. Freshly cleaned you notice it immediately when you go to the car in the morning and see …
What is clutch damage and how much does it cost to repair?
The auto clutch is an indispensable link between the engine and transmission. Without this important component, you would neither be able to start, nor to engage the various gears. But unfortunately, the clutch is one of the car parts that, depending on the driving style, more or less quickly show clutch damage due to wear. Therefore, the question arises for …
How much does an oil change cost?
Owning a car doesn’t just mean independence, freedom and driving pleasure. A car also brings with it one or two obligations. In addition to the insurance and motor vehicle taxes that you have to pay, a vehicle also needs some care. That starts with a thorough car wash and ends with a timing belt replacement. But the thing that car …
Defective Cylinder Head Gasket
What is a cylinder head gasket? The cylinder head gasket is a part of the combustion engine of vehicles. It is used to seal the combustion chamber from the cooling circuit and the engine oil lines. The gasket is installed between the cylinder head and the crankcase and has to withstand high mechanical and thermal loads. In addition, the cylinder-head …
How does car disposal work in Perth?
Very often vehicles can be scrap due to total loss, due to accidents or due to age. Many would like to dispose of the car, but the costs incurred are shied away. The proper disposal of a passenger car here is actually associated with costs. If vehicles still offer a certain equivalent value, the costs can be partly calculated against …