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Biofuel: Production, Functions, Advantages and Disadvantages

Biofuel is any fuel that is derived from biomass – that is, plant, algae material or animal waste. Since such feedstock material can be replenished readily, biofuel is considered to be a source of renewable energy, unlike fossil fuels such as petroleum, coal, and natural gas.   Biofuel is commonly advocated …

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Categories of Automobile Mechanics

There is a diverse range of mechanic jobs available that caters to various interests and expertise. Mechanics operate in different professional settings, such as repair shops, construction companies, and vehicle lots. Their responsibilities include examining vehicles, conducting diagnostic tests, performing mechanical and electrical repairs. We’ll explore various mechanic types and …

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How a Vehicle’s Engine Functions

A vehicle’s engine is a complex piece of machinery designed to convert fuel into mechanical energy to propel the vehicle. The most common type of automotive engine is the internal combustion engine. Here’s an overview of how it works: The 3 Main Parts:  In broad terms, the engine can be …

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Driving With A Baby On-Board: Basic Safety Tips

When you have precious cargo in your vehicle, you want to make sure you’re taking steps to keep everyone as safe as possible. Unfortunately, that’s not always as easy as it sounds. As a new parent, you may feel overwhelmed with all the information that comes your way. To stay …

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Sign Languages and Signals For Road Users

Driving in any part of the world is often a unique experience and Nigeria is no different. From the “unwritten” laws of navigating city traffic (Lagos especially) to the dos and don’ts of highway driving (especially inter-state), there are certain scenarios where you should not only for follow set-rules but …

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Smart Cars; Reality or Fiction?

So what is a Smart Car?  Also known as intelligent cars, smart cars are vehicles that are equipped with system-driven forms of artificial intelligence. The underlying concept of the smart car is to free the driver from many of the mundane tasks associated with driving, making the act of driving …

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RPM: Meaning and Its Importance In Automobiles

What is the meaning of “RPM”?  The acronym “RPM” stands for “Revolutions Per Minute” and it is a measurement of a machine’s operational speed at any given point in time. The vehicle’s engine rotates when the speed changes, which is also based on the extent at which the car is …

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Common Causes of Hard-Starting In a Car

Most people who own a car or drive one regularly must have at some point experienced difficulty starting the vehicle. Fortunately, you can get an idea as to why starting up a vehicle is “hard” and or not starting at all simply based off how the car reacts when you …

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Technologies That Help Prevent Car Accidents

Advancements in technology around automobiles and vehicle safety over time have allowed us to move beyond passive safety and focus more on active safety. Research shows that over half of annual vehicle crashes could be potentially prevented using modern technology like radar-based safety devices.  High-end cars these days are already …

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Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS): A Basic Guide

If you’ve voraciously gobbled up more than enough auto blogs and vlogs, you’ll know how almost everyone in the industry stresses on the importance of having an Anti-Lock Braking System, or ABS for short – in place. So what is ABS? ABS stands for Anti-Lock Braking System, and is one of …