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Automotive

06 Sep

If you're thinking of a way to increase storage space on your ute or an attached trailer, then nothing beats a dedicated toolbox. It's not by chance that toolboxes are one of the most sought-after vehicle accessories there are, and they're a standard feature on many utes and caravan trailers. They make the most of the available space, come in different sizes and designs to suit different applications, and their sturdy build means they'll stand up against thieves and bad weather. An added bonus is that they can be built to buyers' specific wants and needs. 

28 Jul

Customising the interior of your vehicle can breathe new life into it and make it stand out from the crowd. From changing up the colour scheme to adding new accessories, customising your vehicle can be as simple or as in-depth as you want it to be.
There are many ways that you can go about customising your vehicle:

  • Interior modifications like seats and steering wheels.
  • Innovative new accessories like backup cameras and LED lights. 
  • Colour schemes that match your personality or the season.
  • Even just cleaning up the interior with fresh covers and carpets can make a huge difference.

No matter how big or small your budget is, there are plenty of ways you can go about to make your vehicle stand out from the crowd. Here are a few ideas:

26 Jul

The automotive lighting market has come a long way since the days of headlamps and tail lights. Today, cutting-edge technology allows cars to be equipped with light patterns and visibility capabilities that were previously not possible. Modern lighting systems are safer for all motorists regardless of the time of day or conditions, which has resulted in increased safety on our roads and reduced accidents across the country. 

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.

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.

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.

09 Dec

If your vehicle is equipped with a turbo or supercharger to boost your engine's performance and efficiency, then you must get a boost gauge. These accessories monitor the pressure going into your combustion chamber. Superchargers and turbochargers require just the right amount of pressure to perform ideally, as low pressure will make them inefficient, whereas high pressure can destroy the engine. Boost gauges are aftermarket accessories that come in a wide range of shapes and sizes. But before I get into the different types, let's discuss the advantages.