Do’s and Dont’s for Car Washing
Fact: Frequent washing is the single best thing you can do to maintain your vehicle is finish and preserve its showroom shape. Fact: Careless washing can leave the paint in worse condition than when you started. Yes, as simple and easy as a casual driveway carwash seems on a bright Saturday morning, there are subtle pitfalls with which a careless washer could actually harm the finish, leaving scratches or stains that could require extra work to remove. Half the battle is just being aware of the potential problems. Then following through by using the right materials and techniques will make that wash as simple and easy as it should be, while also giving you the spiffy results you want. Here…
Read moreCrisis in Japan Sparks Conversations About Security Films
While natural disasters are, for the most part, unavoidable there are some things that can help better protect those in nature’s way. The recent earthquakes and tsunami in Japan have led to discussions about the role window film can play in mitigating such disasters. A product like security film can assist in protecting victims during a hurricane or earthquake from shards of glass or the danger of objects entering through broken windows. In the case of Japan, film may not have made any difference during the tsunami’s push, but it may have provided extra protection during the earthquake. “With Japan’s tsunami, film wouldn’t have been able to do a whole lot because of the force of the water. However, seismic activity is something film…
Read moreAuto Window Film FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions on Window Films How long does it take to install film on my car? It all depends on the number of windows that need tint as well as the type of car. As long as you use a qualified, professional window film installer, the job will usually take anywhere from 1.5 to 2.5 hours. Removal of the former film would also add to the time involved. There is no fixed time as there are several factors that contribute such as fading, age and adhesive of the tint being replaced. The point here is not to rush to enjoy good quality installation. Is automotive window film installed on the inside or the outside of the glass? Window film…
Read more6 Reasons to Tint your Car
There are many reasons to tint your car from protecting against health concerns, safety and privacy reasons, as well as preserving your investment in your car. Listed below are the TOP 6 reasons that people tint their cars. 1. Better Driving Driving with the sun directly in your face isn’t just an annoyance – it can be deadly. Car window tint shields your eyes and prevents glare from all sources of extreme light so you’ll never be caught driving badly due to no fault of your own. 2. Awesome Privacy Let’s face it, in some of the more unsavory parts of town it’s always a good idea to keep a low profile. Cart tint guards your personal privacy no matter where are you….
Read moreHow to change a FLAT TIRE!
A flat tire is one of the biggest inconveniences you can experience on the road. If you don’t have your cell phone handy to call a tow truck or aren’t up for waiting, here’s what to do. STEP 1: FIND A SAFE SPOT You cannot choose where you tire will flatten. You may be driving down a crowded city street, you may be speeding down a four-lane freeway, or you may be out for a leisurely trip on a backcountry road. As soon as you realize that your tire is flat, you need to move to the side as quickly and safely as possible. On the freeway, you may need to get to the next exit or pull across the shoulder…
Read moreHow to SAVE Fuel
‘There are some simple tips every motorist can employ to stretch the fuel in their tank, and avoid having to fill up too often. By driving sensibly and following these tips, you may find you can travel further and save some much-needed cash you can use on other essentials,’ the AA said. TYRE PRESSURE Under-inflated tyres increase rolling resistance between your vehicle and the road meaning your vehicle has to work harder to overcome the extra drag, thereby using more fuel. Research has shown that correctly inflated tyres can increase mileage by approximately 3.3%. STOP-START DRIVING Every time you accelerate the engine has to work hard and every time you brake, this energy is lost. Stop-start driving is therefore hard…
Read moreTRUTH behind the FREE TINT from dealerships
This is to give you a heads up about free tints that are provided by Casa(s). We often get attracted to freebies offered by dealerships while shopping around for a car, not to mention agents always succomb to innocent first time buyers by giving deals like free tints, free matting etc…Here’s what they don’t tell you… When they offer free tints, they use brands such as U.S. Gila, Neuvision / Platinum films OR Lumina which go for roughly Php 900.00 for a sedan and Php 1,050 for a S.U.V. Well, thats atleast how much they pay for to their respective tint supplier/installer with volume sales in mind. Some casas offer 3M tints for free, but these are not the 3M…
Read more3 Reasons NOT to buy a Dash Cam
At the time being, dash cameras are widely used all around the world by regular drivers, driving instructors, taxi and bus drivers, police officers and so on.So, actually, why you shouldn’t buy one of the bestselling products in the car accessories’ sphere, which popularity has been growing dramatically over the years? The answer is very simple: there’re NO reasons why you shouldn’t. Only factors and reasons FOR buying them 1. First-hand evidence of a car accident Installing a dashcam can prevent many post-accident legal headaches by recording the facts. So, you can save a lot of time, money and trouble by having a dash cam and staying on the safe side, as it’s the most efficient proof you may have for…
Read moreTranscend Drivepro – Reasons to Buy Their Feature-Rich Dashcams
Dashcams play a very important role in day-to-day driving. It certainly makes sense to invest in a reliable, high-quality brand. One of the best dashcams in the Philippines worth considering is Transcend Drivepro. Even though this brand is relatively new in the dashcam market, it has been credited with many technological innovations. After all, these dash cams are from the same manufacturer that is considered a leading global name in digital storage, multimedia, and industrial products. Many drivers and professional reviewers are amazed at the feature packed Transcend Drivepro dashboard cameras in the market today. Here are just some of the top-notch features that make a Transcend Drivepro worth investing in. Sony Image Sensor This is one of the biggest…
Read more12 things to do before your car sinks in deep waters
by Steven Yu October 02, 2009 The Philippines has been placed under a state of calamity because of the approaching typhoon Pepeng (international codename Parma) but this does not mean your car should meet the same fate many vehicles did during last weekend’s heavy flooding. While others hoard canned goods and bottled water, take some time out to pick up some basic tools and a pair of jack stands, and take a crash course on basic mechanical skills to prepare your car for wet and wild weather conditions. Working quickly from the ground up, you can: 1. Raise the portion of your vehicle where the engine is, and support it on jack stands. This may gain you enough height to raise the air intake…
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