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4 basic hand signals for driving you should know and understand

Oct 14, 2019

Driver hand signals are important for proper communication when you are on the road. Here’s what you need to know.
Manual or automatic - Which is your choice for towing?

Oct 10, 2019

Pulling a trailer can pose serious challenges when it comes to steering. Keep reading to know which is better used when towing, automatic or manual transmission and why!
3 simple tips to avoid mistakenly pressing the gas pedal

Oct 09, 2019

Stopping the car then shifting gear, not lifting the heel from the floor, and switching from the gas pedal right to the brake pedal are three simple rules to help the driver avoid mistakenly pressing the gas pedal.
[Philkotse guide] All you need to know about winter tires

Oct 08, 2019

Although in the Philippines we will not experience snowfalls, we do need to know about how tires will be different in different seasons just in case you will move aboard.
Yes, a water bottle can set your vehicle ablaze!

Oct 07, 2019

Who would have thought that the highly-beneficial habit of bringing bottled water could result in a catastrophe like your car burning down? Are you surprised? Keep reading for more!
[Philkotse reveal] Why carmakers are ditching the spare tire?

Oct 07, 2019

Explaining why car manufacturers are ditching the spare tire and why most modern vehicles are not equipped with a spare tire upon purchase.
Dead weight and towed weight: What's the difference?

Oct 06, 2019

Both the dead weight and towed weight has something to do with towing. Keep reading to find out what dead and towed weight are and their difference!
8 essential tips on how to have your vehicle ready for a typhoon

Oct 04, 2019

8 essential tips you need to do to prepare your vehicle for the coming typhoon and why it is important.
Car smells like burning rubber - Possible causes and solutions

Oct 03, 2019

Do you still think that strong and high-quality cleaning materials will be able to get rid of a strong “burnt rubber” odor? Keep reading to know more!
5 essential tips to avoid back pain when driving

Sep 29, 2019

This is a list of 5 essential tips for drivers to avoid experiencing back pain when driving and the most common factor associated with it.