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05 Jun

The modern combustion engine may be well past its heyday and facing stiff competition from improving tech in EVs, but it reached the pinnacle of what it can deliver. This is despite all the innovations we've seen in recent years. Engines are getting smaller and cleaner, while also requiring to put out enormous amounts of power and sip less fuel in the process. With this comes a lot of heat. Downsizing hasn't been easy on any engine design, and carmakers are putting in more work and effort in designing cooling systems that need to balance performance and efficiency. 

26 May

Modern car engines have come a long way since their humble beginnings, and while most are still fuel-injected, they do contain a fair amount of electronics and sensors that provide important information to the electronic control unit in order to ensure the engine works optimally. One such important sensor is the manifold absolute pressure sensor, also known as the MAP sensor.

22 May

Modern GPS technology makes it possible for people to confidently go places and do things that wouldn’t have been possible a decade ago. From driving the big lap around Australia, to navigating self-guided tours around Sidney, the pairing of precision locating with handheld convenience is continuously reshaping how we interact with our surroundings, including how we protect our property and loved ones.

When combined with wireless communication's widespread coverage, GPS’s real-time accuracy has become a major tool in combating motor vehicle theft. You can’t always be present to protect your car or ute, but GPS’s pinpoint positioning allows you to know precisely what's happening to it at all times.

One Victoria company has taken the lead in creating GPS tracking solutions designed especially to help Australian vehicle owners stay protected. They're serious about security, and they’ve created a lineup of tracking and positioning tools that can help keep your mind at ease when your vehicle, or your loved ones are out of sight. 

04 Apr

Whether it’s while they're commuting through the wet season in the north, or navigating off-road tracks in the south, every driver expects their windshield wipers to perform flawlessly. Quite often though, the intervals between when we replace our wiper blades turn out to be much longer than they should.

Make no mistake: even on sunny days, the glare from a dirty windshield can make driving a challenge. However, when that fine layer of sediment is combined with rain or humidity, your restricted visibility is only going to be worsened by worn or ineffective wipers.

Silicone-blended wiper blades are designed specifically for regions where the mix of heavy precipitation and tiny particles pose the greatest risk to drivers. Not all silicone-blended blades are the same, though. There’s one type of blade that’s exceptionally effective at clearing windshields when the elements are at their worst, and it’s the wiper blade that every Australian driver needs to have.

03 Apr

There's hardly anything more relaxing and refreshing than sipping on a cold beer after a long day. The malty, hoppy aroma and the slight hint of sweetness that lingers on your tongue is one of life's simple pleasures - for many of us leading increasingly...

31 Mar

Power tools might be the first thing you grab when starting out a new woodworking project. They offer unrivalled speed and efficiency, so you'll be mustering up new masterpieces within a matter of minutes. But where precision is called for you're better off with traditional hand tools. These take things slow and also let you hone your woodworking skills so you can add a bit of personality to your workpiece. Often the first contact with the wood is with a hand wood planer. This is just one of the tools that have defied technology and time, and serve as a reminder that skill and patience are the backbones of crafting wood to your desired shape.

29 Mar

Installing an aftermarket throttle controller on your vehicle is one of the best ways to get a more performance-oriented driving experience. With an electronic throttle controller, you'll be able to modify acceleration and deceleration rates as well as idle speed with the press of a button. This can be especially helpful if you want to avoid having to shift gears while riding in traffic or while parking; simply press the cruise control button once and let your vehicle maintain its current speed without needing to apply any additional gas or brakes.

06 Mar

Whether you're interested in building miniature versions of your favourite cars, airplanes, or ships, scale modelling lets you exercise your imagination and attention to detail in a fun and fulfilling way. However, there are different types of models, tools, and techniques to choose from. This...

21 Feb

Replacing engine parts due to wear or fault can be costly and time-consuming. It's a lot easier to replace the oil first before the engine suffers any damage. 
When engines are running, they produce huge amounts of heat and friction which can lead to oil breakdown, or 'wear-out'. When this happens, components begin to wear out, causing possible mechanical failure. This can be avoided by regularly changing the engine oil. Changing your car's engine oil every 6 months or 5000 kilometres is one of the most cost-effective ways of protecting your car from mechanical failure.

14 Feb

Imagine the scenario of being on a 10-mile hike or camping with your family and you have to carry all the essential camping gear and hiking equipment in your hands or a regular backpack. Sounds like a nightmare, right? Having a reliable backpack specifically designed for...