How to Optimise Fuel Consumption

We all want to get as many miles as we can out of a tank of petrol. Driving to save fuel is the best way to do this, as the way we drive has a direct bearing upon fuel consumption. When you want to save money on fuel and fill up your car less often, here are some of the things you should think about doing: • Accelerate gently. Driving at higher speeds can serve to improve fuel consumption, however if you are reaching those high speeds too quickly, you will be wasting fuel. Increase your speed gradually. • Don’t break too hard. Break slowly and gently whenever you can. • If you have a stop start button, use it. This will switch off the engine when you take the...
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Getting Car Parts from Scrap Vehicles

Vehicles that have been scrapped can be a good source of parts for other vehicles. It depends on why they have been scrapped – often engines and components will not really be of any use as they will be old and often malfunctioning. For spare body part though, scrapyards can be a good place to get hold of the parts required. You will need to weigh up the cost and the quality before you make any decisions. For example, if you need a new windscreen wiper, you might well be able to find a second hand one in a scrapyard. However, it would probably be quite cheap to buy a new one and it would last you longer. For things like car doors and large body parts, you are going...
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What Happens if you Need a New Alternator?

Alternators are parts that are used in cars to charge the battery and power up all electrical systems. They come into use when the car engine is switched on, having replaced the older style dynamos and commutators that used to be used in vehicles. They have many advantages over dynamos and commutators, including their weight, price and durability. Sometimes, alternators will need to be replaced. This can happen with very little warning, though there may be some indications. Headlights could start pulsating, you may smell burning or there may be an indicator light on your dashboard. Luckily, replacing an alternator is quite cheap and relatively easy. You can buy parts online and have them delivered or you can take your car to a garage. If you decide you are able...
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Finding a Job with a Company Car

A company car is a great benefit for you to have in your job. It can save you a considerable amount of time a money, as you won’t have to worry about petrol costs, maintenance etc. If you don’t already have a job with a company car, it may be worth looking for one as this is a benefit well worth having. If you don’t already have a company car but your company has a fleet of vehicles, talk to your boss about the possibility of being able to use one. It might be possible if your company runs a large fleet of vehicles, especially is they own them. If you are currently looking for a new job, make a company car one of the main benefits you search for....
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Using a Car Jack Safely

Everyone who drives should know how to use a car jack in case of a flat tire or blowout. Check your owner’s manual to find out where your car jack and spare tire are located. In most cases, they are somewhere in the rear of the car. The telescoping jack lifts from the axel and to raise the jack you need to insert the rod into the hole near the base of the jack and turn clockwise. Make sure that the groove in the jack fits securely into the place where it comes into contact with the axel to avoid any slippage as the car lifts off the ground. You also may want to place blocks against the tires so the car won’t roll. Make sure that the car is...
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