THE CAR NAIRA BLOG

A slight imbalance on the tires and wheels can cause your vehicle handling problems. If you want to drive safely, then you must prioritise the health of your tires and wheels through the following steps; A Toyota Corolla Saloon Car, a popular choice for Nigerians Check Tire Pressures Most tire-related accidents are caused by under-inflated tires. Not only does it diminish the gas mileage and handling, but an under-inflated tire can trigger a dangerous blowout (tyre burst in street lingo). Don’t wait for the tyre guy to check your tire pressure once in a blue moon but you should do it yourself every month. As per the norm, the owner’s manual, or the placard on the driver's door frame will tell you the appropriate pressure for your tires. Don’t forget, over-inflated tires can be a problem too. Checking tyre pressures Check Tread Depth Do you see those imprinted patterns on the tires that leave marks on the ground when you drive on dry soil or mud? They’re known as

If the coronavirus outbreak has you cleaning up against bacteria and viruses, your car can prove a real challenge. It has lots of nooks and crannies, all crammed into a closed space shared by multiple people. A car interior The owner's manual for my car disallows almost every cleaning solution other than a damp cloth. The typical car owner's manual will rule out most strong cleaners you might reach for to kill germs and viruses. Let's see our other options. Sprays and liquids The active ingredient in many spray cleaners is sodium hypochlorite, which is household bleach. A spray cleaner probably has around 2% concentration of bleach, compared to a bottle of common household bleach with a 6% concentration, but it's still there. Bleach is a great disinfectant, but one that seems too harsh, especially over time and repeated uses. On places like rear cargo mats, door scuff plates and other tough trim pieces, it is an option. Products containing benzylkonium chloride

The cars on this list cost quite a lot. They’re incredibly exclusive, rare, and are the hit of every auction and car show in which they appear. There are less than 100 of these high-performance, high-end vehicles in the world, and for some, less than even 10. Commemorative cars, special editions, prototypes are special because of their rarity. Other cars on this list were made famous by the people who drove them, like Steve McQueen. Here are 20 of the rarest cars, and how much they cost (if you can find them). The figures are quoted in dollars, because, you know, well, the naira fluctuates. Enjoy!!! 1994 Ferrari F40 LM - $3.3 Million This classic-styled Ferrari was built between 1987 and 1992, as the fastest, most powerful, and most expensive car at the time. Its twin-turbo V8 pumped out 471hp and a top speed of 199 mph, and it was the last car designed by Enzo Ferrari himself. Its MSRP of $400,000 ($860,000 today) made it incredibly expensive, but now each of the original

Choosing a mechanic is an important decision in the ownership of a car. Choosing a incompetent or dishonest could be a terrible decision during the ownership of the car. Sadly, there are no certifications available to ensure a prospective customer of the quality of service such an outfit offers.  Some dealerships such as Coscharis and RT Briscoe, however offer maintenance services albeit at a premium cost, more often than not, out of the reach of the average Nigerian. Here's how to go about this process; Referrals Speak to some friends about the mechanics they use and their experiences. "Word of mouth" referrals are a great way to start. Additional information to get would be; i. Car specialisation e.g. Toyota, Honda, Mercedes etc. ii. Repair fees, They should be affordable and commensurate with the expected job quality. iii. Availability for rescue jobs in the event of breakdowns. iv. His reliability and honesty. He must deliver as promised, usin