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The brake is one of the most important safety/ operational part of the vehicle, therefore car manufacturers have put so many measures in place to determine when the brake pad is due for a change. Mind you, the brake pad is made of materials that wear off easily in other to make the brake rotor (disc), which is more expensive, not to wear off easily while in braking and also to reduce energy loss due to heat caused by friction (We will talk about the essence of brake pads and brake pad materials in our teaching). So if you have a brake pad that doesn't wear off then you bought yourself a damaging tool. Here are the different brake wear indicators on an automobile: 1. Ocular brake indicator: this are grooves made on the brake pad. One must constantly check the brake pads to know when the brake pads flattens with the grove. 2. Mechanical metal plate indicator: A metal plate is attached on some brake pads so that when the brake is due for change the plate can touch the surface of the d...

When talking about doggedness and reliability you talk of FORD BRONCO. The SUV was introduced to the market in 1966 and it brought out intriguing models till 1996. It was reintroduced into the market in 2021 and since then competed with the heavy weights in OFF ROADING. The classic model of the Bronco had either a 170 cubic inch in-line 6 engine or a 289 cubic inch V8. It had 2 doors and a beautiful compact interior (at least what was obtainable in it's time). The bronco is fashioned with 4 wheel drive with a good ground clearance for off- road.

They said if you want to go far get information, it can take you to your destination pretty fast. But there are some information that makes you stop immediately and revaluate.  Welcome as we journey through dashboard lights that stops you on your track. 1. Oil Light ( Aladdin's kettle) The light looks like Aladdin's kettle, the only difference is that there is no Genie in this one. This light is controlled by the oil switch placed strategically on the engine. To understand the importance of this light we must understand the essence of oil in the engine  . The oil light pops up when: a. The oil in the engine is very low b. The oil switch is faulty (this will not cause harm to the engine) c. When there is thick sludge in the engine and the oil can not circulating well. d. When the oil pump is faulty. This emergency light is so important because it can lead to the engine knocking. Oil light 2. Coolant temperature light This is another very important dashboard light as it tells yo...

The tyre also deserves medicure and pampering, knowing that it does not just help bring to reality what the engine and the gearbox work tireless to achieve ( movement) it also helps to reduce viberations and shock in the car. Ways to care for the tyre. 1. Inflating to proper pressure : Every car has a specific tyre pressure stipulated by the manufacturer. The reason for this is to avoid over inflation and under inflation which has the following adverse effect. a. Over Inflation: The tyre begins to wear off from both side (shoulders) and the vehicle will start bouncing. Please note that there are other things that can make a car bounce. b. Under Inflation: The tyre begins to wear off from the centre and the steering becomes harder. The specified tyre pressure can be found by the door pillar of some vehicles and in the fuel thank openner on others. 2. Wheel balancing and alignment: When the alignment of a car is off, the tyre begins to wear of from one of the shoulders. An un even wear i...

Acura has unveiled its "Presicion EV concept". " The Acura Precision Ev concept represents the "North star" for directing its future EVs, focusing on morden expression of performance" according to its creative director Dave Marek. This inovassion will come into the market in 2024. The EV concept was built to look like a luxury Italian power boat  which comes in a matte double apex blue exterior with a gigiantic grille that lights up. It has a strong feel of the Acura logo in front. Accura electronic vehicle The interior design is inspired by F1 racing cars. With the steering having a yoke shape, having same kind of digital instrumentation and low driver seat. Being environmentally friendly Acura had to make do with recyled plastics, 100% biomas leather and reasonably sourced woods for the production of the EV concept.

 The catalytic converter plays a major role in an automobile, and it is very expensive to replace. The catalytic converter is an off white substance which is made from Platinum, Rhodium or Palladium which is built like a honeycomb in the exhaust nodes. A car can have 1, 2, 3 or even 4 catalytic converter pots depending on the design of the engine ie. L4, or a V engine.          Functions of the Catalytic converter   1. It helps reduce the amount of Carbon monoxide in the exhaust gas of an automobile, this make it  more environmental friendly. For countries that carry out emission test on vehicles, automobiles without catalytic converter will not be allowed on roads.  2. It also helps to reduce the noise made by the engine while trying to generate energy. 3. It helps to reduce fuel consumption.