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The Do's and Don'ts When Dealing with Your Mechanic

How you communicate with an auto mechanic will go a long way in determining the quality of service that your car gets. The better you’re able to impart to your auto mechanic what the problem with your car is, the easier it will be for him to make an accurate diagnosis of the problem and have it fixed quickly.

Dec 01st, 2018

Manufacturers News

The Difference Between Toyota Genuine and Aftermarket Parts

If you’ve taken your Toyota car for repair, you would probably remember the mechanic asking you which type of replacement component you would prefer to use for your vehicle. Would it be a genuine, or an OEM, or an aftermarket part? Is there a difference between the types?

Dec 01st, 2018

Recommended Wreckers

Recommended General Holden Wreckers

In this blog post, we will be looking at some great Holden auto wreckers in Australia.

Nov 30th, 2018

Controversial

The Pros and Cons of Aftermarket Car Parts

Aftermarket components afford you the ease and affordability of getting defective car parts replaced. There will be no waiting for the ordered part to arrive. Aftermarket parts have come a long way since they first came out of the market. They were nothing but cheapos before, but many aftermarket makers have already made past that label now. They are not only cheap alternatives—they may also offer new solutions.

Nov 30th, 2018

Recommended Wreckers

Recommended Holden Wreckers

When you pay a visit to wreck yards you will come across a lot of cars just lying around which are very old, terribly damaged, and practically valueless. Keeping such cars around your home is of no use at all. Using such auto wrecker services will offer you and the environment lots of benefits.

Nov 30th, 2018

Recommended Wreckers

Recommended Toyota Wreckers

A situation that often calls for the help of a good wrecker is when a car gets into an accident and is damaged beyond repair. The wrecker will handle the dismantling, sorting, recycling, and sale of the parts. In this post are the best Toyota car wreckers that you can make use of for your Toyota car.

Nov 30th, 2018

Carpart News

Does It Pay to Source Parts Yourself, or Should You Get Them Brokered?

One method that will help you to save up on automobile repairs is by buying the car parts yourself and bringing them to the repair shop. Since shops mark up the parts they use for repairs, you save some serious cash if you do the sourcing yourself. But is it worthwhile?

Nov 29th, 2018

Controversial

Should You Be Informed If Aftermarket Parts Are Used on Your Car?

There’s a huge difference between genuine or OEM parts and aftermarket parts. Even among aftermarket parts, there’s a lot to choose from. With these variations, quality also varies. Obviously you’d want the best replacement parts for your car, so you deserve to be consulted for decisions that may affect their quality.

Nov 29th, 2018

Educational

Used Auto Parts Warranty - What to Expect

In a lot of cases, you will find that new car parts have warranties attached to them. Is that the case for used auto parts? Should you expect to get any kind of warranty if you pay a visit to an auto wrecking yard? And if you should, what kind of warranty should you opt for?

Nov 29th, 2018

Carpart News

How to Make the Best Deals on Your Auto Parts without Haggling

“So, your brake pad costs $25. Can you bring it down to $8?” This is a conversation that usually takes place between a customer who likes haggling and a seller.

Nov 29th, 2018

Manufacturers News

Pros and Cons of Aftermarket Genuine OEM Mitsubishi Parts

Mitsubishi has one of the most established reputations in the car-making industry and is head-to-head with other equally-known car names. It remains one of the more affordable brands on the market, which is one of the advantages of buying a Mitsubishi.

Nov 28th, 2018

Carpart News

General Wrecking Yards Vs Specialised Wrecking Yards

The skill, precision, and expertise you gain from salvaging one kind of car make can be channelled into other car brands, too. It is good when you have more than one option to choose from, and it is easier to move from specialising to general wrecking should you feel the urge to up the game.

Nov 28th, 2018

Controversial

Used Auto Parts vs New Auto Parts with Pros and Cons

Dealership service companies and mechanical workshops are both capable of repairing vehicles. However, mechanical workshops with experience look at things differently, quite often problem solving rather than reading procedures directly out of a handbook. Which is what most dealership service centres do!

Nov 27th, 2018

Manufacturers News

BMW Genuine Parts vs BMW Aftermarket Parts

These parts speak of originality, quality and class. They are very rare to come by and even when they do; their prices are not so friendly. They've been painstakingly produced to withstand the test of time, and they hardly wear out or welcome corrosion. These qualities make them expensive.

Nov 27th, 2018

Educational

Car Tyre Speed Ratings Explained

Tyres with Q speed rating are only allowed an optimum speed of 99 mph (160 km/h) under normal conditions. This speed rating is toward the low end of the speed rating scale. Just like the R rated tyres, they often prioritise a specific function, or they always have a peculiar performance over maximum speed rating.

Nov 27th, 2018