Fuel Gauge Sending Unit
Monday, 05. 11. 2009 – Category: Cars
The sending unit is located in the fuel tank of the car. It consists of a float, usually made of foam, connected to a thin, metal rod. The end of the rod is mounted to a variable resistor. A resistor is an electrical device that resists the flow of electricity. The more resistance there is, [...]
Four Wheel Drive Car Parts
Saturday, 05. 9. 2009 – Category: Cars
The main parts of any four-wheel-drive system are the two differentials (front and rear) and the transfer case. In addition, part-time systems have locking hubs, and both types of systems may have advanced electronics that help them make even better use of the available traction.
Differentials
A car has two differentials, one located between the two front [...]
Gears are used in several mechanical devices. They do many important jobs, but one of their most crucial functions is that they provide a gear reduction in motorized equipment.
This is key because, often, a small motor spinning very fast can provide enough power for a device, but not enough torque. Another thing gears do is [...]
Auto Car Motorcycle Vehicle Financial Glossary
Wednesday, 04. 22. 2009 – Category: Cars
Acceleration Clause : A stipulation in hire-purchase agreements that upon default in payment of any one instalment, the full outstanding balance of the price shall immediately become due. The acceleration clause confers upon the owner the right, while keeping the agreement alive, to recover from the defaulting hirer the full unpaid balance of the hire-purchase [...]
Auto Finance Agreement Booklet
Friday, 04. 10. 2009 – Category: Cars
The documents usually contained in the agreement booklet are:
Hire-Purchase Agreement
Schedule of Charges, Deposits and Rates
Irrevocable Power of Attorney
Promissory Note
FORM 20 for Registration of Vehicle
Certificate of Inspection
FORM 26 for Intimation of Loss or Destruction of Certificate of Registration and Application of a Duplicate Certificate
FORM 27 for assignment of new registration mark on removal of [...]
Four Wheel Drive
Thursday, 04. 2. 2009 – Category: Cars
There are almost as many different types of four-wheel-drive systems as there are four-wheel-drive vehicles. It seems that every manufacturer has several different schemes for providing power to all of the wheels. The language used by the different carmakers can sometimes be a little confusing, so before we get to understanding how they work, here [...]
Some Useful Auto Finance Tips
Wednesday, 03. 25. 2009 – Category: Cars
Budgeting is most important because the costs associated with owning or leasing a vehicle doesn’t end when the vehicle is delivered or the loan is paid off. In fact, possession is just one phase of the car cost-cycle. Costs, including repair and maintenance, gas, insurance, plates, taxes, and registration, can all [...]
Car Rentals Advantage
Monday, 03. 16. 2009 – Category: Cars
Car rental is becoming very popular nowadays as it gives you a lot of benefits over other options as buses or cabs. You are able to move freely according to your own liking without worrying about place and time. However there are a couple of things that you should make sure while you hire a [...]
Duplicate Vehicle Registration Certificate
Wednesday, 03. 4. 2009 – Category: Cars
In case of loss or destruction of the RC Book (Certificate of Registration), the owner must inform the nearest police station and also inform the RTO with whom the car is registered.
A duplicate RC Book can be obtained from the RTO on submitting the Form No. 26 If the vehicle [...]
Future of Power Car Steering
Friday, 02. 27. 2009 – Category: Cars
Since the power-steering pump on most cars today runs constantly, pumping fluid all the time, it wastes horsepower. This wasted power translates into wasted fuel. We can expect to see several innovations that will improve fuel economy:
Variable Displacement Power Steering Pump
Some cars already utilize this pump. It reduces the volume of fluid being pumped [...]