Category: CARS

4 tips for enhancing the look of your car

2017 Holden Astra THE F car test drive

Don’t want to buy a new car, but do want to enhance how your current one looks? If so, look no further than our guide on the different types of alterations – and how to produce them. So, you can pinpoint which ones you want to apply to your motor. Engine Repair It is always important to maintain a healthy engine. It enables smoother driving, which – of course – makes it look nicer whilst it’s being driven. There are easy ways to determine whether an engine needs repairing, many of which you may know already. Strange noises, smoke emanating from the exhaust, and oil patches are often key warning signs to look out for. If you want to fix your engine from home, you can. In fact, it’s as easy to do now as it was decades ago. All you need is the knowledge and the right equipment. With the best automotive wires, for example, it can remain a straightforward process throughout. To achieve this, look to brands like RS Components, who guarantee reliability and quality in all their products. In fixing its engine, you could maximise the visual appeal of your car. Tyres Do you want to update the look of your wheels and tyres? If so, you must first make sure that whatever tyre you choose has been approved by the manufacturer that supplied your car. He or she will able to determine whether there’s enough clearance between tyre and bodywork. If there is, you’ll get the go ahead for this style… Read More

Test driving the Toyota C-HR SUV: Why you should consider it

Toyota C-HR

The C-HR is a game changing vehicle for Toyota. Launched before the all new recently released futuristic Corolla, the C-HR was the first model to show us what we are in for for Toyota’s future. The C-HR doesn’t feel or drive like any Toyota I’ve driven in the past. The super sharp styling, the soft to touch interior trims and new interface were already a great sign.  The C-HR has adapted the trend of the European auto houses by decreasing the capacity of the engine and sticking in a turbo. Why? Quite simply put it gives you more go and less time at the fuel pump as  well as less CO2 emissions. #GreenLiving The C-HR is powered by a 1.2L Turbo Petrol engine that produces 85kW of power and paired with a continuously variable transmission (CVT) with a seven-speed sequential shift mode. Their new generation gearbox makes for super smooth seamless gear changes and the added turbo makes it even smoother. These traits are a godsend for urban living. Getting around town is an absolute breeze. Speed bumps and uneven roads aren’t a match for its supple suspension.  In true SUV spirit, this particular model has added AWD (All Wheel Drive) which sends power to all four wheels which gives you added safety and more agility delivering a sharper drive, again for weaving the inner city suburbs or if you plan on touring the Great Ocean Road. The comfort level of the C-HR is on another level, literally. You could easily drive this to Melbourne… Read More