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Reliable, practical and supremely comfortable
WHILE ‘reliability’ is often the first card that owners draw on their foes, the refreshed 2022 Lexus ES 250 Luxury beats its rivals with practicality and supreme comfort as well. It’s secured its reputation in the luxury space, an area where it excels.
By Exhaust Notes Australia4 years ago in Wheel
Everything you need to know about vehicle MOTs.
Under the new legislation, defects will be classed as serious, major, or minor. If your car has a minor problem, it will pass with recommended fixes. Failure is the outcome of both major and dangerous faults.
By Car Services in Reading4 years ago in Wheel
When It Comes to a MOT of a Vehicle
If you're stopped by the police and asked for a copy of your valid MOT, and you don't have one on hand, you might face serious consequences. While you may be issued a warning, failure to pass a MOT can result in a hefty fine. The penalty for failing to pass a MOT can be as much as £1,000.
By Car Services in Reading4 years ago in Wheel
What Causes Turbo Failure and What Symptoms to Watch For
A turbocharger, commonly known as a turbo, is a power-boosting mechanism utilised by automotive manufacturers. Turbochargers are frequently employed in smaller cars to produce the same degree of power as bigger vehicles.
By Car Services in Reading4 years ago in Wheel
8 Symptoms of a Failing or Malfunctioning Power Brake Booster
A brake booster's goal is to offer power assistance to the braking system, which means you don't have to apply a lot of energy to get the brakes to engage. The brake booster, which is placed between the brake pedal and the master cylinder, employs a vacuum to overcome the braking system's fluid pressure.
By Car Services in Reading4 years ago in Wheel
Is it true that tyre pressures are checked during a MOT?
No, not at all. Tyre pressure isn't covered in and of itself, however if a tyre has damage that is releasing pressure, the tyre may fail the MOT. Furthermore, from 2012, vehicles have been obliged to feature a TPMS (Tyre Pressure Monitoring System), which if defective, will result in a serious or dangerous MOT test failure.
By Car Services in Reading4 years ago in Wheel
5 Symptoms of Steering Issues
We'll go through the five indicators of steering difficulties in this post, as well as how to figure out what's causing them. Although it is a seldom troublesome area, if you do have issues with your steering, it may be one of the most serious problems you can have with your vehicle.
By Car Services in Reading4 years ago in Wheel
Warning Signs of a Faulty Steering Rack
When you're driving, you get a sense of how your steering should feel, so if you notice anything out of the ordinary, any indicators that there could be a problem with the power steering system or, more particularly, a problem with the steering rack, it can be pretty alarming.
By Car Services in Reading4 years ago in Wheel
Is there a MOT grace period?
Normally, no. When driving on the roads, you must always have a valid MOT certificate. To avoid being caught off guard, you may schedule a MOT up to a month before your renewal date while preserving your original renewal date.
By Car Services in Reading4 years ago in Wheel
