Carcare Blogs

A good braking system in your car is non-negotiable. When it comes to safety, stopping your car is arguably much more important than making it go. To ensure the safety of yourself, your passengers and other road users, it is essential that you keep on top of regular...

When you press against the brake pedal, you want your car to come to a stop as quickly and smoothly as possible. It's necessary for the comfort of you and your passengers and ensuring that you get where you’re headed safely. Regularly checking your brake fluid is an...

Car suspension may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about driving in comfort, but it should be. Suspension maximises the friction between your tyres and the road, giving you improved control and steering stability no matter the condition of the...

You’ve packed the towels, loaded up the esky and have the perfect playlist ready to go. You're ready for all of the fun of an Australian summer, but is your car’s air conditioning ready to take on the heat? The air conditioning system in your car can really struggle...

Air conditioning and heating are two essential features of modern vehicles. In this article, we explore the essentials that are handy to know and suggest some ideas as to how to get your systems working well. Air Conditioning during Summer During summer, we all tend...

Different seasons and weather conditions will require certain things from your car. In this article, we explore the essentials needed to keep a car in great condition for all the seasons in nature. Summer An Australian summer is intense – especially when faced in...

In this article, we explore the top 8 things that can damage your tyres and cause premature ruination. Inflation Tyres need to be inflated just right. Over-inflation and underinflation can severely shorten the lifespan of a tyre and lead to early wear and tear. If...

At some stage in their life, everyone encounters engine trouble. There are many different factors that cause it, which is why in this article, we are exploring several causes of engine trouble. Poor Lubrication Engines require oil so they stay smooth and run...

Road trips are a fantastic way to bring people together, whether that be family, friends or even neighbours. However, nothing stilts a road trip faster than unexpected car troubles. In this article, we will explore how to get your car ready for a big road trip. Check...

To most people, car mechanics is a foreign language. Even though you know you need a service, you may not know what is entailed. We want to break down for you the ABCs of car servicing, highlighting the primary services and repairs you might go in for and what they...