article index: motoring (1 - 20 of 22)

is traction control your worst enemy in the snow? (Monday, 02/02/2009)
Traction Control is fitted on many modern cars, designed to help prevent and control skids and loss of traction. It may not however be your best friend in the snow. full story...

How to make nonpermanent vinyl signage for your vehicle. (Thursday, 22/01/2009)
You will need to buy a sheet of Perspex and some vinyl lettering. Both of these can be had from eBay for under five pounds. When it comes to the lettering you will need to decide whether you want internal or external lettering. full story...

first impressions of Parrot MKi9100 advanced handsfree bluetooth kit (Saturday, 01/11/2008)
The Parrot MKi range is a series of in-car handsfree kits also dedicated to music playback. Here's my review of the MKi9100 hands-free, with which I am extremely impressed. full story...

tune skoda octavia | high performance tuning with BSR PPC vRS TDi (Wednesday, 02/04/2008)
All modern cars have an ECU that controls very precisely the fuel, air, timing and other operational parameters of the engine based on many inputs and sensors and real-time engine performance. Manufacturers tune engines to meet different performance points - the same 2 litre diesel engine might be tuned to produce 110bhp in one model and 140bhp in another. This is easily done by simply changing the ECU software to restrict what the engine is capable of. And guess what - you can tune the 110bhp up to 140bhp if you so wish. The BSR PPC represents one of the best systems on the market for doing this safely and cost-effectively. full story...

Hazard Perception, Advanced Driving, in-car video, commentary (Friday, 15/02/2008)
How good is your hazard perception when driving? would you like to test it from the safety of your armchair? What's it like to take a drive with an advanced driver giving commentary on the drive? These in-car videos should answer that and hopefully prove interesting and educational at the same time. full story...

in-car video Part 3: other options for recording video in your vehicle (Thursday, 24/01/2008)
Technology never stops moving so more and more options are becoming available depending on what you want to achieve. Do you want the smallest possible (covert?) device? Do you need a screen? Do you need portability? Battery power? What length of recording? In this article I continue to outline some of the options for recording video from your truck or car... full story...

Discount fuel for UK motorists - whatever happened to the pipeline card? (Tuesday, 09/10/2007)
The pipeline card was an idea to collect the names of UK motorists who would join a scheme to get discount on their petrol and diesel - two years after inception and the card still hadn't made it off the ground. (At least 'owners' were able to get a cheap navman portable satellite navigation unit as a promotion.) After months of silence, the following update has been issued. full story...

Number plate format for UK vehicle registration after 2001 including local area markings (Wednesday, 19/09/2007)
A new registration mark system began on 1 September 2001 for all new vehicles being registered in the UK. This article outlines the key features and markings helping you identify where the vehicle has come from and the age of the vehicle. full story...

How to change a car tyre (tire) (Friday, 27/04/2007)
Who wants to have a blow out? (get a puncture). Not me... But one day the inevitable happened and I discovered I didn't really know how to change the wheel! So I learnt, and here I show you how... full story...

How to install Auxilliary volvo 12v power supply in the boot of volvo v40 (Wednesday, 11/04/2007)
Installing a volvo 12v supply in the boot of your V40 is easier than you might think. This article details the procedure. full story...

UK Road Pricing Petition - vote yes or no here (Sunday, 18/02/2007)
Much has been made of Tony Blair's UK road pricing 'bill', and in particular the petition that has gained over a million names since it's mention on Radio 2 (Sarah Kennedy) and a chain of emails urging people to sign up. You can add your name to the official petition here, or a counter-petition if you disagree. full story...

How to remove noise from the MP3 ipod aux input on SAAB 93 (Sunday, 22/10/2006)
If you've connected your ipod or mp3 player to the saab AUX-in 3.5mm socket (SAAB 93 SS and SW) then you'll probably already be suffering from a high pitched whine through the stereo whenever you rev the engine. It's caused by ground loop feedback, and this article has the solution. full story...

in-car video part 2: The Neuros II video recorder (Sunday, 10/09/2006)
As a result of describing the in-car video recording system I have created in my car, I've had more than one driving instructor contact me about this system, and in particular, how suitable is the Neuros Video recorder for recording driving lesson, and providing recordings to clients. Some instructors are using VHS videotape systems which are large, cumbersome, low quality and a pain to copy. A digital neuros system changes all that! full story...

In-car vehicle wireless video recording system (Saturday, 12/08/2006)
This article is the first regarding my attempts to create a robust in-car video recording system. In particular it highlights results from tests on a wireless camera solution and describes the various components used. full story...

behind the console in the saab 93 SS/SW - in search of the mystical antenna connection (Wednesday, 26/07/2006)
I've had the centre console in my saab 93 sportwagon apart several times to do various wiring jobs, such as install my handsfree car kit. However, this last time I was wiring my road angel on the driver's side of the dash (right hand side in my UK RHD car), and in doing so I finally discovered the mythical antenna cable that is wired to the shark fin on the roof. full story...

How to mount a bluetooth kit in the saab 93 Sport Saloon/Sport Wagon (Thursday, 09/02/2006)
With the popularity of bluetooth pocket handset phones increasing, it seems logical that a handsfree telephone car kit no longer needs wires. Numerous aftermarket kits are now available, and this article discusses how to mount a Parrot Bluetooth kit in your Saab, such that it integrates neatly with the built-in In-Car Entertainment System. full story...

review of the BlackSpot ROAD ANGEL COMPACT (Sunday, 04/12/2005)
The Road Angel Compact is an addition to the Blackspot "Road Angel" range of GPS speed/safety camera "detectors". We review the the Road Angel and reveal some important information and problems in our review, which you should check before you buy. full story...

simple tips for winter driving (particularly in the UK) (Monday, 07/11/2005)
Our British weather is unpredictable so make sure you are prepared for all conditions. In winter it is even more important to check that your vehicle is well maintained and serviced. full story...

How to mount an apple Ipod in the Saab 93 Sport Saloon/Sport Wagon (Saturday, 17/09/2005)
An easy, tidy and unobtrusive way to carry your Ipod in your Saab (Saab Ipod Integration). full story...

FOR SALE - BRAND NEW - Volvo T4 Classic Alloy Wheel (Monday, 15/08/2005)
Volvo S40 Classic T4 Alloy wheel (CRATER) complete with brand new tyre as shipped by Volvo. ** SOLD ** SOLD ** full story...

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