Parts and Services
What do brake shoes do? The brake shoes are important parts of a drum braking system which help your car to slow down when the brake pedal is applied. The brake shoe is covered in a lining, which is glued to the shoe. When the brakes are applied, the brake lining is...
Why is your car’s brake pedal hard? Does your car’s brake pedal require more force to push? A hard, stiff or stubborn brake pedal generally relates to a problem with one of several components in your braking system. The main reason a hard brake pedal...
Are your tyres wearing quickly? In New Zealand, tyres must have a minimum tread depth of 1.5mm. However, the more tread you have, the better grip you will have and the safer you will be. Learn more about tyre WOF requirements in NZ Increased tyre wear occurs when one...
Why are working car doors important to your safety? In order to maximise safety and comply with New Zealand’s Warrant of Fitness requirements, your car doors should be secure, fully working, and free of rust and corrosion. An unstable door can affect your...
Have you failed your Warrant of Fitness (WOF) due to your car’s horn not working? Having a working car horn is important to your safety, as well as other drivers and pedestrians on the road. This is because it allows you to alert others and make your...
Why is your power steering not working? If you’ve ever had to steer your car with the ignition turned off, you will know how difficult it is to turn without power steering. Your car’s power steering system uses hydraulic force to multiply the energy...
