LED headlights are legal in the UK, but only under specific conditions. For your car to pass its MOT, the LED bulbs must be approved and correctly fitted in …
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Underrated and overlooked, most articles on modern suspension systems place little emphasis on the importance of the anti-roll bar. This simple component has a large impact on your vehicle’s …
Deposits of fuel residue are a big problem for fuel injectors and these cleaners could be the solution It is almost impossible to surf the internet or to walk …
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As summer approaches and people head off for day trips and holidays, motorists are more likely to be exposed to radar checks. People are more likely to use unfamiliar …
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What is an alternator belt? The car alternator is essentially a power generator which keeps the car battery charged and allows it to continuously power the key electrical components …
DSTC, which stands for Dynamic Stability & Traction Control, is a system installed on Volvo cars. It first appeared on the Volvo S80 saloon released in 1998. This system …
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