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How much does replacing a car battery cost?

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  What does a car battery do? Every car requires a battery to run on. What the car battery does is, helps to run the mechanism of the car from helping in the ignition of the engine, making the headlights and taillights work, making the stereo system work, or even helping the windows to roll down and up. How much does it cost to replace a car battery? First of all, a new car battery has a minimum lifespan from 2-5 years. Most new car batteries even have a warranty for 2 years in which they can be replaced without costing you a single penny. It’s due to the battery being rechargeable and is charged by a device called  “an alternator”  in the car. An alternator helps convert all the physical energy of the car’s engine into electricity which charges the car’s battery. Secondly, due to the reasons stated above, a new car battery doesn’t need a quick replacement. Well, if it has completed its time or giving signs to change it, then go to a car mechanic to have...

Can you change a tyre at home by yourself?

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  Yes, you can change a tyre at home by yourself if you have learnt or are trained to do so. It might look like that it is a very difficult thing but it is even easier than a person can think who doesn’t know how to do it. In case, if you don’t know how to, you will call someone to tow your car, take it to the tyre shop and have the  tyre changed . This will end up costing a lot more than it should and take a lot of your time than required. It’s very easy to learn how to change your tyre, you could ask someone who knows to teach you how to or you could watch videos on YouTube on how to do so. Then practice a few times at home by yourself and you would get trained in changing a tyre.   Here are a few steps with which you can change a car’s tyre all by yourself:- Finding a flat and safe place- Before changing a tyre, make sure you have a flat, stable and safe surface around. If you are on a busy road or in traffic, move your car along on the side of the road and tur...

How much is a car worth as scrap?

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Are old damaged or junk cars worth anything? Yes,  old damaged or junk cars  are worth more than just keeping them standing around your garage. The scrap car worth is more than fixing or repairing the car most of the time. The money you get from the scrap sale can even help you with an initial down payment or deposit for a new car. Does the year, make and model affect the car’s worth? Of course, the year, make and model affects the car’s worth because sometimes the scrapped car isn’t recycled completely. Some people might want some kind of old spare parts for their cars like a door which isn’t damaged or some other spare part which isn’t available in the market to buy as the company would have eventually stopped making it. So, sometimes an old year, make and model car which isn’t that common can be worth more at a scrap yard than other cars. There is also more reasoning to it, older cars which were made had more aluminum and steel as compared to cars today so as a result...

5 important Car care tips to beat the summer heat in Dubai

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  The burning heat in June, July, and August makes us feel like sitting on the seams of the sun. However, your vehicle cannot enjoy the luxury serving for the purpose it has been made for. You must have comprehensive knowledge about  car care tips. It is because   the heat, summer season in UAE brings dirt puffs, dust, and humidity which causes severe impacts on your car. The extreme heat and light during the summers right in the middle of a sandy area can easily cause severe damages to your car’s framework, sand and dust will impact your engine, and the heat would evaporate the car fluids causing overheating and roadside breakdown. That’s when you call the  car recovery services Abu Dhabi . However, it has always been a good practice to know some  car care tips on hand . To me, one’s vehicle is the most precious asset one earns. Your hard-earned property must be the most cared one. Here are some handy tips for your car safety, especially during the summers....

Safety Do’s & Don’ts while waiting for the tow truck

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  Vehicle problems, more specifically, the “troubles,” stay shoulder-to-shoulder, even if you are a driver or a passenger. Thus, being aware of specific do’s and don’ts while waiting for the tow truck can help you ensure your own and your car’s safety efficiently. First, here are the Do’s that you should practice at best. Switch on the Emergency Lights When your car breakdown in the middle-of-the-road, no matter in the daylight or at night times, turn on the flashers. This is because you should inform the incoming traffic that there is an out-of-order car in front of them. Also, to decelerate the fast-moving vehicles and dodging all the chances of collisions/ accidents. Moreover, to provide you with enough time to draw your car to the roadside. In case your car lights aren’t responding, make use of your car toolkit; flashlight, reflectors, road flares to alert others. It’s just that you should be visible to the incoming people. Depart from the middle-road to a safe side...

What to do when your car battery dies? | Tips

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  A car battery can die anywhere in the middle of the road, or it might not even start at first after turning the key in the ignition. Let alone when your car battery dies, moving the vehicle is a nightmare. Many scenarios can be the cause of the car battery getting out of order. For instance, Low-quality battery (factory defects) Leaving the emergency lights, AC, and radio on when the car is not running Poor battery maintenance or not using the car   for a long time Charging system failure or extreme temperature impact, etc. Still and all, whichever is the reason, you are standing with the stuck car. Here is what you can do when your car battery dies:   Jump Start The easiest and fastest way to revive the dead battery is to Jump Start the car. Two things you should have to recharge the battery: Jumper cables and external power source (one operational engine; a car). You can also use a power pack if you have one in your vehicle to Jump Start. Furth...