Tag: car safety

A big repair bill doesn’t automatically mean it’s time to replace your car. To decide whether to keep your old car, compare its likely repair and…

A long trip is unsafe with a confirmed bad wheel bearing. Keep driving to a minimum: the recommended limit is no more than a few miles. Driving with…

An ABS light doesn’t usually mean your brakes have stopped working, but it does mean an important safety feature may be unavailable. So, is it safe…

A flashing traction control light can mean the system is responding to wheel slip, not that something has failed. What does a traction control…

What if the parking brake feels engaged but your car still creeps on a slope? A parking brake not holding car on a hill is a safety concern, not…

What if a brake pedal that pulses doesn’t mean your rotors are the problem? If you’re wondering how to tell if you need new brake rotors, unfamiliar…

If your vehicle has a current Warrant of Fitness or a fresh state inspection sticker, does that actually mean your kids are safe in the back seat?…

Choosing the cheapest oil change today could cost you NZ$3,400 in engine repairs before your next big road trip. While a quick check-over seems like…