Save more money on fuel
Posted on June 1, 2008
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Here are a few tips on how to save fuel:
If you drive a stick-shift, do not press on the clutch too much.
Know the speed limits and stick to them when driving. Why drive 40 when it should only be 20?
Schedule your car for regular tune-ups.
Avoid extra weight. Remove unnecessary tools such as an empty roof rack. The heavier the load is the more fuel it takes to keep the car going.
Check your tires. Did you know that under-inflated tires can increase fuel consumption by 5%?
Have your vehicle serviced at least once a year.
Vacuum magic
Posted on May 30, 2008
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People who keep a mini portable vacuum cleaner in their cars have good reasons for doing so. For one thing, it allows them to not only keep the interiors of their vehicle free from unwanted dirt and dust, they are also able to save their lungs from a lot of unhealthy clogging from said substances. It is most especially useful when you have kids, because as you know, they tend to eat all kinds of junks which just so happens to always find itself all over the floor. Unfortunately, the crumbs aren’t easy to pick up with your bare hands and leaving them to stay till next month’s all over cleanup can get them stuck on your car’s interior cover, especially if you have rugs. So join in the band wagon of the OCs and invest on a good vacuum.
Protecting your car from a your trip-kit
Posted on May 28, 2008
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Put all paper materials inside a plastic-zip bag and make sure that you tie a rubber band around the driver visor to hold on to your parking tickets (avoid them though) maps, to do lists and other reminders for the day’s destination. If it’s going to be a family trip, we recommend you soften the cushions of your car seat by dipping it in fabric conditioner. This will make sure that those who ride along catches the good scent of the conditioner which if you must know, releases a calming aroma which helps long drives become bearable. After all, you don’t want your passengers, (especially if they are kids), to be uncomfortable on the way do you?
First aid
Posted on May 22, 2008
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Be paranoid, accidents and mishaps occur when you least expect it, so it’s always better to be safe than sorry. Do yourself a favor and put up a small survival kit; this will include a compass, a map, a flash-light, candles, lighter, granola bars or energy bars, garbage bags, portable shovels, cat-litter (when its pouring hard), sleeping bags, an extra cell phone battery and keep them all inside a duffel cage which you will be keeping in the trunk or under the seats. These are called survival items, you never know when a simple road trip could get bumpy and you end up all alone and stuck under a bad weather.
Neat freak
Posted on May 21, 2008
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Prevention is much cheaper than cure, hence, it pays to be OC with regards to the cleanliness of your car as it will save you from all the unwanted bills supposedly spent on actually cleaning them. First, do make sure you reuse plastic bags by making sure you store a few in your compartment, just in case you need an impromptu trash bag. Don’t underestimate the power of towels in your car. After all, you are bound to take something that isn’t totally dry inside one day. Think ahead by stocking some extra towels, this will prevent stain and rumpled covers in the future. With this said, keep small hand towels just in case anything spills.
Make use of wipes
Posted on May 19, 2008
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Cleaning wipes that is, you can use them on all the plastic areas of your vehicle, as well as the vinyl. Begin at the top of your dash and slowly progress all the way to the front, then finish at the side doors. You can also use the wipes on your shifter, in-between air flow slots and also on your pedals and pretty much anywhere on the frames of the car door: its corners and nooks in order to get rid of fabric strands, dusts, and all other stuff that shouldn’t even be there. For hard to remove items such as gum, make use of grease to loosen its hold, then use cleaning wipes afterwards to polish it off, but for little rocks left here and there, use a vacuum cleaner instead of a mini broom.
Loose all that useless weight
Posted on May 17, 2008
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Most of us think that our private vehicle is an extensions of our home, this is not really a bad thing but once you stuff your car with all the useless toys you usually fill your room with, you’re in for a lot of trouble. For one thing, a heavy load consumes a lot of gas, plus the fact that they leave behind a lot of unwanted clutter. Stuff-toys for instance, leave behind a lot of stray cotton strands while electronics tend to clash with your internal systems. The worse part is if you stock around drinks because they could easily rub off on your interiors. Clearing all these things would not only save a lot money on your fuel, it could also steer you away from any unwanted damages and additional clutter caused by objects that shouldn’t be there in the first place.
Idiot’s step to a brand new look
Posted on May 14, 2008
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Invest on a quality paint restorer or at least a circular polisher or buffer. You can then use a minimal amount of any of these coatings directly on the damaged area of your vehicle’s exterior. Make sure that the pad you will be using to apply the coating on has not been used before on another foreign substance. This will help you avoid discoloration. You may attach this to a polisher if you’re not up to manual rubbing, just make sure that the pace is set at medium pace. The pattern should be circular or at least that resembling of an eight formation. Do not exceed the motion for more than one minute and make sure you concentrate on the edges to even it out.
How to Remove Scratches From Your Car
Posted on May 12, 2008
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Try using a dual action polisher to remove unwanted scratches from your beloved’s exterior, just make sure that you apply it gently without tilting it to the opposite side. Also, unless you want things to aggravate, don’t go overboard with the rubbing as this will cause the paint to melt from too much friction. If the damage is under the clear coating, leave it to the professionals, you might end up causing more damage if you try to remedy it yourself with a polisher. You might end up paying more for tampering with your car’s skin with amateur hands. If you don’t have the budget, then leave it alone for the mean time.
Engine-keeping
Posted on April 29, 2008
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With regards to engine-keeping, it is advised that one makes sure that displacement is increased. This is to ensure that the car is able to emit more power because displacement allows it to burn more gas every time it jumpstarts. You can do this (increase displacement) by enlarging cylinders, (maximum of 12 cylinders). Afterwards, you might want to infuse a generous amount of air and of course, fuel, in your additional cylinders with the use of turbo chargers. This is a necessary action if you wish to level-up your car’s power performance. This (Turbo chargers) will allow your car to suck in all the available air, compressing it into the cylinders.