Techmail

TECHMAIL: Braking time vs. distance

We received a call from a reader about our road-test spec sheets and specifically the emergency-braking tests. He wanted to know how it is possible […]

Posted by CAR magazine - 19 January 2017

TECH MAIL: Varying torque outputs

I’ve been a CAR reader and subscriber since 1962, which equates to having read some 640 issues. I have for some time, however, been tormented […]

By CAR magazine - 22 November 2016

TECHMAIL: Fuel consumption test

It takes a set amount of energy to propel a car at a constant speed, equating to a certain amount of fuel. Therefore, I feel […]

By CAR magazine - 28 October 2016

TECHMAIL: Tyre diameter change?

In the June 2016 issue, Sam Kruger wanted to know if an Opel Adam six-speed ‘box can be fitted to his Sonic without major modifications. […]

By CAR magazine - 20 October 2016

TECH MAIL: Oil level increasing…

I own a 2015 Honda Mobilio 1,5 that I bought new in February 2015 after reading your road test (February 2015). I check the oil, […]

By CAR magazine - 6 October 2016

TECH MAIL: Boiling EcoBoost

I bought a Ford EcoSport 1,0 EcoBoost in May 2015. I took the car in for its 20 000 km service at Ford’s Eagle Corner […]

By CAR magazine - 26 September 2016

TECH MAIL: Flat-spot Ford Ranger…

I own a 2014 Ford Ranger 2,2-litre XLS double-cab bakkie with 35 000 km on the odo. I’ve owned it since new, but for about […]

By CAR magazine - 20 September 2016

TECHMAIL: Unintended cruise controlling

In TECHMAIL, we answer your motoring queries… I own a 2009 Mazda CX-7, which I was very happy with until I had it serviced at […]

By WebmasterAdmin - 5 July 2016

TECHMAIL: DPFs and catalysts

In TECHMAIL, we answer your motoring queries… Please explain the difference between a diesel-particulate filter (DPF) and a catalytic converter. Is the DPF intended for […]

By CAR magazine - 22 June 2016

TECHMAIL: Hard-starting rotary

In TECHMAIL, we answer your motoring queries… I own a 2006 Mazda RX8 and have recently had the motor repaired/overhauled by a independent garage. Following […]

By CAR magazine - 13 June 2016

TECHMAIL: Cambelt for life?

In TECHMAIL, we answer your motoring queries… I have a 2010 VW Polo 1,6 TDI. The service book states the cambelt should be changed at […]

By WebmasterAdmin - 24 May 2016

TECHMAIL: Engine-check lamp on

In TECHMAIL, we answer your motoring queries… I own a Ford Fiesta 1,6 Titanium. The engine-malfunction warning light illuminates almost every day and the car […]

By CAR magazine - 20 May 2016

TECHMAIL: Hilux steering wheel vibration

In TECHMAIL, we answer your motoring queries… I drive a 2009 Toyota Hilux D-4D 4×4 double cab. A few months ago, I started noticing a […]

By WebmasterAdmin - 19 May 2016

TECHMAIL: Smokey Ranger

We have a Ford Ranger 2,2-litre turbodiesel bakkie in our fleet, which was bought in December last year. In the same month we complained that […]

By WebmasterAdmin - 6 April 2016

TECHMAIL: Early cambelt change

I purchased a Volkswagen Amarok Single Cab 2,0-litre TDi Trend in 2012. The bakkie has travelled 33 189 km and is stock standard with no […]

By WebmasterAdmin - 6 April 2016

TECHMAIL: No braking axle

I own a 2014 Kia K2700 and have noticed a distressing characteristic when it is not loaded: there’s no braking on the rear axle. I […]

By WebmasterAdmin - 6 April 2016

TECHMAIL: Wheel-alignment woes

I bought a (Fiat Ducato based) Vista 2 camper and I wanted the vehicle’s wheel alignment checked prior to undertaking a long-distance trip to the […]

By WebmasterAdmin - 6 April 2016

TECHMAIL: Fuel consumption

While reading the June 2013 issue, my dad and I noticed an interesting fact given the current obsession with low fuel consumption (on page 90). […]

By WebmasterAdmin - 16 February 2016

TECHTALK: Hot-starting problem

I have a 2012 Citroën DS3 with port fuel injection and it experiences hard starting when hot combined with a smell of petrol fumes from […]

By WebmasterAdmin - 16 February 2016

TECHMAIL: Tyre pressure riddle

Can you advise on tyre pressures and who determines the prescribed pressures on vehicles: the car manufacturer or the tyre manufacturer? My Honda CR-V has […]

By WebmasterAdmin - 16 February 2016

TECHMAIL: Noise irritation

In April this year, I purchased a 2005 Mazda MX-5 1,8 with 52 000 km on the odo. The car is immaculate and runs well. […]

By WebmasterAdmin - 16 February 2016

TECHMAIL: Smoking Fortuner

I had just returned from a trip to the Kruger National Park when I noticed white smoke pouring out of the exhaust of my 2015 […]

By WebmasterAdmin - 2 February 2016

TECHMAIL: Non-starting Peugeot Partner

I have had unrelenting problems with starting my 2004 Peugeot Partner 1,9 diesel. It has 230 000 km on the odo and I’ve spent more […]

By WebmasterAdmin - 2 February 2016

TECHMAIL: Low sulphur diesel in older vehicles?

I read the technical article Black Magic? in the July 2015 issue with interest and I have a question about low-sulphur diesel. I started using […]

By CAR magazine - 2 February 2016

TECHMAIL: Checking oil levels

Almost every time I visit a fuel station, an attendant asks me whether I’d like my vehicle’s oil and coolant levels checked. In my opinion […]

By WebmasterAdmin - 2 February 2016