Auto 2024, September

If you are sorry to part with your iron horse during ice and snow, the solution is simple - put thorns on your summer tires. Of course, you need to take old tires, which you will not mind piercing. You won't get the thorns out of them

Your first achievements in the new role of a driver depend on the correctly chosen auto instructor. You will need to absorb from this person all the knowledge and skills that he himself possesses. And for this, a trusting, almost friendly relationship must develop between you, this can be achieved only with mutual respect

To predict the behavior of the car on the road, the driver needs to take into account the coefficient of adhesion of the tires to the road surface, in other words, the slipperiness of the road. This factor depends on both weather conditions and the type of road surface

With the onset of winter, it comes as a big surprise for many car enthusiasts that their car does not start as before. Now practically no one prepares the car for the winter period. In addition to changing wheels, all other elements of the car are considered all-season

For driving without a license, the current legislation establishes sanctions in the form of a fine. Under certain conditions, administrative arrest or compulsory labor may serve as an alternative punishment. Driving without a license is an administrative offense, liability for which is provided for in Article 12

Paid parking helps to reduce congestion on the central highways of megacities. Back in April 2012, Sergei Sobyanin informed the residents of Moscow about his decision to create a network of paid parking lots in the center of the capital. This measure is aimed at making it possible to completely eliminate congestion on the Boulevard Ring

Traffic lights regulate traffic and the right to pass or cross the road, as a rule, they are located at intersections or pedestrian crossings. Currently, two types of traffic lights are used - transport and pedestrian. Both drivers and pedestrians must obey traffic lights to avoid accidents

In fact, half of the serious road accidents occur due to overly aggressive behavior of the drivers. It so happens that in the morning you have already managed to spoil your mood, for example, a quarrel with a neighbor in the parking lot can lead to misfortune

At the most inopportune moment, a technique that previously worked properly can present its owners with an unpleasant surprise. Many drivers have faced such a problem as difficulty opening the doors of their car. The reasons for the fact that the car door (both the driver's and the passenger's) does not open can be very diverse

The dashboard of any car is equipped with a light indication that allows you to easily monitor the status of various systems. The design and placement of dashboard lamps may vary from manufacturer to manufacturer, but the value remains the same

The main cause of fear for novice drivers is self-doubt, i.e. in their driving skills, which gives rise to irresistible thoughts about the possibility of creating an emergency on the road, sharp criticism from other road users and pedestrians, as well as unforeseen expenses and compensation for losses in the event of an accident

Good light in the car is the key to safe movement, so you should not refuse to install high-quality light. In order to install halogen bulbs on a car, you must first prepare the car headlights. To do this, it is worth removing the headlight unit (completely the headlight itself with lamps and glass)

A car with a manual transmission requires a number of skills. Despite this, it enjoys a well-deserved popularity among professional drivers, as it provides better contact with the car than its automatic counterpart. Today, two types of gearboxes are used on cars:

Every driver was once a beginner and knows how responsible driving is in the first months and even years, because the safety of both himself and those around him depends on the driver's attentiveness and concentration. Beginner rights All drivers have equal rights on the road, regardless of experience and driving experience

In order to become a professional driver, you need to find a good teacher and mentor. This person should be a car instructor who will help you overcome all difficulties and teach you all the nuances of driving. But the guarantee of successful classes also depends on the degree of mutual trust, therefore, the choice of an instructor must be taken very carefully

Changing the oil in an automatic transmission (automatic transmission) on time means prolonging the life of the car and saving yourself from expensive repairs. Owners of a car produced by the Toyota automobile concern can change the oil in the automatic transmission in three different ways

How to maximize the service life of the engine of your car and what you need to do for this is always a topical question for drivers. To accomplish this task, it is enough to adhere to a few rules. Instructions Step 1 If you do not have any trips for a long period of time, then do not leave fuel in the tank, as the nitromethane contained in the fuel leads to corrosion of the engine internals

The clutch mechanism is designed to transfer engine torque to the transmission. At its core, the clutch acts as an intermediary between the engine and the manual gearbox. In cases where cars are equipped with an automatic transmission, they do not have a clutch, as such

When driving, many drivers are almost certain that they will return home safe and sound. But alas, anything happens on the road. It is still possible to reduce the risk of an accident by following simple safety measures. The main cause of most road traffic accidents is security breaches

The process of regulating the automatic transmission is the adjustment of the smoothness of shifting the low and high gear. This adjustment is achieved by shortening or lengthening the transmission cable length and throttle position. Instructions Step 1 Turn on the ignition and look at the dashboard

In the design of cars in the engine ignition system, an interrupter-distributor is provided, equipped with a Hall sensor, as well as a vacuum and centrifugal mechanism for advancing the ignition angle, which move the contact disc fixed on the bearing, thereby changing the moment of ignition of the fuel mixture in the combustion chamber of the working cylinder

Replacing the standard steering wheel with a sports one changes not only the appearance of the cabin and the driver's seat, but also helps to hold on to the steering wheel more confidently. This is facilitated by the ergonomics of the steering wheel, its upholstery with high-quality materials, the ability to choose a convenient diameter

The bumper of the Lada Granta car is a part that is more susceptible to mechanical damage than all other structural elements. For replacement, repair or external tuning of the bumper, the skills to dismantle it will come in handy. The bumper of the Lada Granta car protects the body from deformation in collisions, effectively extinguishing the energy of the impact force

When there are strong knocks under the hood when driving off-road and bumps, it's time to think about replacing the strut support bearing on your favorite "top ten". Since you will be doing the repair yourself, you just need a way to replace the support bearing, which does not require the obligatory adjustment of the wheel alignment angles (camber alignment)

The car's transmission (chassis) is directly related to driving safety: a jammed, loose wheel can lead to trouble. Therefore, it is worth paying close attention to the noise that appears in the area of the front or rear wheel; which indicates a possible breakdown of the bearing, or even the hub

Unfortunately, breakdowns of the power window, especially on domestic cars, are not uncommon. In most cases, the cause of malfunctioning of the power window motor is the ingress of moisture and, as a result, the appearance of rust. Before replacing a failed window regulator gearbox, you can try to fix the problem yourself

The tuning of the VAZ salon captures many. The standard equipment of the "classic" salon has long been outdated. Therefore, motorists are trying to transform the look of their interior. One of these actions is the sheathing of the inner door panels

Scratches spoil the look of the car. Almost every car enthusiast has encountered this problem, and if the damage is not eliminated in time, rust may appear on the body. Scratches and chips can be removed by contacting a car dealership, but you can also try to repair the damage yourself

Replacing the rear window on your car yourself will save money on repairs and give you a useful skill. To replace the rear-view glass on a VAZ car, for example, you will need, in addition to new glass, some working tools and repair materials

4 parameters are associated with the removal of glass from the rear door: the window lifter lowers and raises the glass; limiting glass stoppers during its downward and upward movement; adjustments provide the angle of inclination of the glass

Failure of the speed sensor causes the speedometer to stop showing the speed at which your car is moving. In principle, with an inoperative speed sensor, you can drive a car, the law does not prohibit this, however, take into account the fact that in many Russian cities the traffic police are now installing photo and video cameras

The kart is a small sports car that is quite popular among young car enthusiasts. Racing karts require a specific road surface that is smooth and level. However, if you are not a professional racer, but you want to "drive", you can build a kart at home, and such that it will ride on normal roads

For various reasons, some car owners sometimes have a desire to clean the engine. And even in such a seemingly simple matter, there are nuances, the knowledge of which is necessary for the proper cleaning of the engine of your car. Instructions Step 1 Do not undertake to wash the engine of a modern foreign car yourself, without assistance

Fuel pump problems can start at any time. On carburetor motors, pumps are afraid of overheating, but a wet rag saves at first. And on injection engines, the electric motor can simply burn out, so only replacing the unit will help. Necessary - Phillips and flat screwdriver

One of the significant parameters of a car's fuel system is pressure. This characteristic determines the dynamic properties and economy of the vehicle. If there are certain signs, it is necessary to carry out the appropriate diagnostics of the fuel system, and if necessary, replace the fuel filter and pump

In the life of a motorist, there are situations when it is required to open the doors of a VAZ car with the help of available tools, without a key. For example, you left the passenger compartment and slammed the door, leaving the keys in the ignition lock, or the battery is dead, and there is no way to open the lock without an alarm

Such a problem may arise after refueling with low-quality gasoline, if you wish to share the fuel with a driver who is "stranded" on the highway, or in connection with the need to repair the gas tank. As practice shows, not all owners of the top ten clearly know what to do in this case

Care should be taken when replacing the fuel tank as gasoline vapors are explosive. Although the operation itself is not difficult, it is best done at a dedicated service station. Usually it is carried out when there is no way to repair the gas tank

With the onset of the winter season and the arrival of severe frosts, the question of starting the car engine in the morning becomes more urgent. The reason for the difficult start of the engine in cold weather is a frozen battery. Necessary Hot water tank, electric heater, electric hair dryer

In today's driving conditions, when multimillion-dollar megacities are exhausted from traffic jams, it is quite difficult to protect the paintwork of your four-wheeled friend from various kinds of scratches and chips. How to maintain the appearance of your pet in proper condition?