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Quite a number of arguments surround the actual safe distance from the steering wheel whilst driving, but at the same time factors like the driver’s height, level of driving experience and vehicle cock-pit orientation dictate the distance drivers keep from the steering. However, in the middle of all these considerations, is there any generally acceptable limit for the ideal distance drivers should keep from the steering? Yes there is, and that figure is 10 inches (25 cm) from your driver’s breast-bone to the steering wheel, so the question here is why is this safe-distance necessary?

Resultant force of triggered airbags: It’s a generally accepted rule that children under 12years shouldn’t be allowed on either the front seats, and the reason behind this is the fact that triggered frontal airbags can suffocate and kill children in the process of doing its intended job of saving lives during accidents. This should give you an idea of the kind of force these bags come along with; hence the further you are from the steering wheel while on driver seat, the more the likelihood of the resultant cushioning effect of airbags as desired.

Safe distance for braking: Pre-tensioned seat belts help keep passengers in place even during adverse braking, but even these fastened seat belts can’t help you if you are too close to the steering as you risk getting knocked out if you forcefully strike your head on the steering wheel.

Ease of gear changing: Especially for manual transmission cars with gears sticks which have to be shifted every now and then. Seating too close to steering wheels gives your right arm (as it applies here in Nigeria and countries with left-hand drives) very little allowance which makes you stress your muscles and arms a little more to effect gear changes. This overtime can even induce avoidable fatigue which can dampen your mental alertness behind the wheel. Give or take drivers with liberty around the driver seat maintain a psychological edge and even feel more in control, besides staying too close to the steering wheel doesn’t guarantee optimum road clarity.

However short drivers should consider reclining their seats accordingly which ensures adequate leg distance from foot pedals and a substantial margin of safety from the steering wheel.
http://autobaseafrica.com/how-close-is-too-close-to-the-steering/

Driving on land isn’t enough; at least not for the recently unveiled Panther which is produced by American company named WaterCar. The concept of amphibious vehicles isn’t new but what is thrilling about this particular dual-purpose vehicle is its speed both on land and water with top-speed of 80 mph on land and up to 44 mph on water; making it the fastest amphibious vehicle. In addition to that, this vehicle make up combines a Honda-sourced 24-valve 3.7-liter V6 engine (which dishes out 305 horsepower and 274 lb-ft. of torque) with the option of either a Volkswagen-sourced four-speed transmission or a jet-drive designed in-house.

The overall weight of the vehicle is 3,000 pounds (1361kg) which is firmly held in place by a tubular chassis crafted out of chromoly steel which supports the carbon fiber body. With more emphasis on maintaining low weight levels and improving buoyancy, this vehicle’s body is filled with closed-cell Styrofoam.
In spite of the inherent design complexities, the Panther manages to come with very stylish looks as an open-top SUV with room for up to four passengers. The interior boosts of premium upholstery, analog gauges, a roll bar and a 3-spoke steering wheel.

The Panther starts at $76,000 for a rolling chassis whilst the range-topping model goes for $135,000 and is delivered with no assembly required.
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2013 Toyota Hiace going for 4.3m
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Buying a car could be as simple as going to a dealer’s car-lot, selecting the car of your choice, negotiating and finally paying the agreed amount before zooming off with your newest acquisition. However, buying the ‘right’ car is never easy, especially for a first time car buyer. The interesting thing about purchasing a car is exploring boundless liberty in selecting and also having to deal with limitations imposed by several factors like pricing, market preferences and season.

On the other hand, several rational and irrational considerations cloud people’s judgement when it comes to the kinds of cars they buy. Top of the list here in Nigeria is the need to drive the popular car without any well grounded reason other than the aforementioned or maybe ‘safety in numbers’and this accounts for our lopsided pricing system.

I have managed to distinguish just buying a car from buying the ‘right’ car and I will go further to elaborate on the key considerations in making the ‘right’ buy. The underlying aim of this article is to guard against[b] poor financial decisions when it comes to buying a car.[/b]

Consider the 1/10th rule: this rule which is however based on ideal terms was created by ‘the financial samurai’ to serve as an ultimate guide for car purchasing decisions. This rule simply urges spending only 10% of your annual gross income on your car! This means that if your annual salary before tax is #4m naira for instance, you should purchase a #400k vehicle. The reasons behind this line of argument are the reoccurring maintenance and running cost, opportunity cost (using the money for something else at the time of purchase), mental stress associated with parting ways with large sums and psychological reasons like wanting more car accessories and ‘feeling stupid’. The exception to this rule however is when you save over a period (2 years and above) to buy the car of your choice. For instance being patient enough to buy a brand new car will guarantee lower maintenance cost and relatively higher re-sale value.

Evaluate the cost of not owning a car: the cost of not owning a car is the cumulative cost of little considerations like frequency of laundry, stress/convenience (which has several health implications), road/commuting conditions, how much you spend on public transport and taxis etc. If the cost of not owning a car is way below the regular running cost of owning a car, then you know you could wait just a little more time before committing funds into procuring a car. Asides helping you decide when to buy a car; this will equally help in choosing the right vehicle when you decide to buy.

Your needs vs. manufacturer’s intended application: Imagine a single lady driving a Nissan Armanda with full-time 4WD? Without a doubt, if she spent less on a crossover SUV, that will guarantee more savings, lower running cost and eventually more fancy bags and shoes to stuff all around the car. The unavoidable truth here is that if your core motoring needs don’t align with the manufacturer’s intended application of your car, you are bound to incur extra expenses in running your car in comparison with other car users that buy cars that meet their core needs.

Individual flaws vs. key running requirements: whenever I am asked to suggest a car for an individual, I first try to find out the individual’s budget and then go further in considering the individual. Some of us might be very forgetful, maybe more careless than usual and even in some cases very greedy. Before spending a dime on an automobile, you should be very truthful to yourself and don’t try fooling everyone, because you know yourself more than anyone else. As observed overtime, most cases of poor maintenance attitudes are not connected one’s financial status. Even though it might seem difficult to isolate one’s finances from their willingness to spend, it won’t be wrong to say that the value people place on cars affects their perception about cars. Some might see a car as their haven which they depend on to safely commute from one spot to the other, while others might see cars as a fuel consuming and pocket unfriendly machine. Bottom-line, first consider your personality, willingness to spend and personal flaws before buying a car.

In conclusion, a more detailed approach in purchasing the right car best suited for you will begin by first gathering the necessary data about your needs before proceeding to research cars within your budget and requirement range; then you can finally proceed to compare offers and negotiate extensively.
http://autobaseafrica.com/car-money-series-1-buying-the-right-way/

Establishing the premise:

An average Nigerian isn’t maintenance conscious when it comes to the affairs of the cars they own, they make up excuses like high cost of maintaining these cars, the lack of time to carry out maintenance procedures and unavailability of good and trustworthy mechanics. This might actually be true in some cases, but another reason behind the apparent dip in our vehicle-maintenance attitude can be partially traced to the proliferation of second-hand cars popularly referred to as ‘tokunbo’, which most car owners procure (more than 90% of Nigeria’s total car population according to Businessday, 2010).

The main problem isn’t the procurement of these classes of cars, but the attitude and perception; as some perceive their current cars as temporal while in wait for more expensive brand new cars or as already old cars not worth spending on. Either way, they place very low value on cars which are comparatively cheaper to buy (with brand new cars in view) hence; they tend to avoid spending on such cars from day one and even intentionally refrain from providing the proper care required.

So here is a point-blank scenario to further explain the poor car maintenance attitude; a typical Nigerian will head to his mechanic workshop only when his/her worn out tyre induces anomalies like high fuel consumption and handling issues; but maintaining proper inflation pressure of the tyres could have prevented such. Another one is over-heating issues; they might be ready to invest in double-cell radiators instead of switching bad thermostats and maintaining proper levels of coolant and water in their stock car radiators, the list is endless.

The market: A fairly experienced amateur car technician can get paid by effectively handling day-to-day maintenance and car documentation ought to be performed by the car owners themselves, however on a prompt basis that will ultimately reduce the car owners’ trips to actual mechanics for larger spending (which can be avoided).

Scope: the areas that can be carried along; routine tyre checks, a/c filter, radiator coolant, waxing, battery charging (voltage checks), basic preventive maintenance, vacuum cleaning, car washing. Avoid core technical activities that might conflict with what their trusted mechanics perform with specialized tools and very specific expertise.

Modus-Operandi: get the skills first, establish the brands you deal on, standardize/structure your services with fixed or flexible payment system and then proceed to establish your network by building trust [pick your neighbourhood due to proximity and familiarity].

Real-life barriers: before you can handle other people’s car you need to have spent quite some time to truly understand how cars work so you make a fool of yourself. Consider apprenticeship and mentoring.

Marketing and promotion: consider witty posters and flyers; but the most effective means of making headway is face to face interaction with actual car owners and prospective clients. Remember your major selling points should be ‘convenience’ and ‘prompt’ basic routine checks which should be carried out by car owners themselves.

Challenges to expect: Nigerians are overly practical; hence they only part ways with their money if you solve a problem they might be encountering. Most might perceive your services as unnecessary but it’s up to you to convince them otherwise. What this means is that you have to stay firm and focus in making your services to be perceived as being convenient and being a sure way to avoid preventable breakdowns. Don’t hesitate to offer free demonstrations. The key to succeeding is consistency and fairly stable rates.

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The role of an independent car marketer is quite simple. He/she serves as a third-party agent for several car dealers and gets paid for every successful transaction facilitated by him/her. Most car dealers reserve a flat rate of #20,000 for every car sold, however, you could negotiate for a higher amount or even a percentage commission (of the final purchase price) depending on the vehicle in question and the surrounding conditions. To make sure your efforts are not in vain, it’s advisable to input your details for every car advertised or posted on the automobile centre. By registering as an independent car marketer and staying active, you get numerous benefits like special periodic training, key market insight, free favourable advert slots and real career advancement



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A registered LLO bridges the information gap between haulage firms or drivers and online activities of the logistics forum. This job on a basic level simply involves selling information to parties that need the information and helping drivers/managers of trucking companies to get their trucks loaded especially on return trips. You get paid per transaction which could involve linking an individual or another haulage company (with goods to be transported) with a haulage firm or driver (or driver-cum-manager as the case may be) and vice-versa. Your commission depends on your ability to organize these transactions and your level of involvement in building and maintaining an active network with your client base. All haulage firms registered have verifiable addresses and we advise all transactions to hold at these verified offices. We offer support like special training and offline marketing/strategy assistance.

Independent Spare-parts Marketer

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Akwa-Ibom Ayaiya!!!

Thank Goodness;another millions pumped into another economy. I wish she could have been treated and gotten back 'glowing' here in Nigeria.

Nice track I must say....this goes to prove that Dbanj's next hit will be produced by DonJazzy.No Jazzy,no hits!nuff said

Got the mail a couple of hours ago,I'd like to know the rationale behind this move.I felt they got re-certified after meeting certain criteria like new planes etc??Isn't this more like fg going back to their vomit?I just hope everything is sorted out because the last thing Nigeria needs now is fewer airlines and fewer jobs.

According to a recently published statement by Honda America, the recall of approximately 101,000 Honda Pilot vehicles, 60,000 Acura MDX vehicles, 21,000 Acura RL vehicles( from the 2005 model year) and approximately 800 Acura MDX vehicles (from the 2006 model year) will be conducted. The identified area of concern according to the report is the Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) system with its potential to malfunction. Honda affirms that no crashes or injuries have yet been recorded owing to this anomaly, however several complaints about such malfunctions were reported.

As stated by Honda America; ‘If an electrical capacitor on the VSA control unit was damaged during manufacture, the VSA system could malfunction and apply a small amount of brake force for a fraction of a second, without any input by the driver.’

What this means is that false and undesired braking can occur if the driver applies the brakes during a VSA system malfunction. To remedy this potential issue, Honda and Acura dealers will install a new electrical sub-harness, free of charge. As an added precautionary measure, approximately 51,000 of the included Pilot vehicles will also be inspected to make sure that an electrical ground bolt for the VSA system is properly tightened as a loosened ground bolt may cause similar short periods of unexpected brake activation.

This should serve as an alert for car owners that purchased and/or use the stated vehicles to take quick measures to avert any impending accident. As stated in the article, this recall applies only to American imported Honda and Acura vehicles; Honda vehicles that were bought from local dealers here in Nigeria (Japanese imports) are not included.
http://www.autobaseafrica.com/honda-recalls-2005-honda-pilot-2005-2006-acura-mdx-and-2005-acura-rl/

Why are imported fairly used-cars in Nigeria referred to as ‘tokunbo’ cars in the first place? I guess that’s a million dollar question which unfortunately this article isn’t going to answer. But nonetheless, several angles of the topic will be well analyzed to inform both intending car buyers and current car owners about the gains of going the ‘tokunbo’ way. There are a truck load of reasons why Nigeria is flooded with imported used cars and why most Nigerians are literally forced to make do with these cars; the main factors that have driven up the demand for tokunbo cars are the current deficient state of our local automotive industry, unbelievably high burrowing rates and lack of innovation to drive real growth on several levels of the Nigerian automotive industry at large.
So back to the topic at hand which can be summarized in one question; what are the hidden and glaring advantages of purchasing tokunbo cars? The many answers to this question are enumerated below.

Unlimited access to car-specific data: the data and information you need to weigh your purchasing options and to carry out all sorts of pre/post purchase analysis and decision-making is readily available. It’s re-assuring to know that if your car develops a problem, you can further research, study trends and make decisions that might even help you save a few Naira bundles. Also taking cognizance of the kind of mechanics we have around, you can’t go wrong empowering yourself with useful practical knowledge about your kind of car and banking less on just what car manufacturers say about their products; besides its their ‘beloved’ hitch-free car product.
But: An 8year old car might have tons of data generated over the years, but in most cases that gives you 8more reasons to be prudent and cautious before purchasing such a car. Besides, you can make predictions and deductions from the performance and reliability of exiting models when considering buying a brand new car.

Pocket friendly price tags: Simply put, tokunbo cars are cheaper! This undoubtedly is the main driver behind the proliferation of these cars.
But: These cars are relatively cheaper for a reason or tons of reasons. Also burrowing rates of up to 25% isn’t something a nation like ours should brag about and quite a number of Japanese tokunbo cars don’t depreciate in real life as they ought to based on paper analysis.

Availability of Spare-parts: owning a tokunbo car means you have options when it comes to the kind of spare-part you might desire; it all depends on the quality and durability you require whether it’s a brand new OEM (original equipment manufacturer) or an aftermarket car product.
But: Having to chose from a range of options as you clearly have it might be an unavoidable source of head-aches; having to make do with extracted-tokunbo spare parts too is a bigger head-ache.

Technical Mastery: [/b]After years of mechanics having to maintain and repair certain model ranges, them becoming better at it is only natural and well expected. An example is here in Lagos where there is hardly any mechanic that can’t fix a 1999 Toyota Camry popularly known as ‘tiny light’.
[b]But: on the flipside, in-experienced crooks always think the stand a chance even with advanced and sophisticated car systems before them. Regrettably also, the very good auto-technicians seem to forget or downplay the fact that newer cars with better and more sophisticated systems are rolled out on a daily basis.

Collectors and enthusiast best bet: The exact opposite of how classic cars are valued in more modern societies exists here in Nigeria where old cars are either in junk-yards or used as taxis (the kabu-kabu type). This in fact is an enthusiast’s delight because one can purchase a world acclaimed ‘classic’ at a ridiculously low price within our well-beloved territorial enclave-Nigeria.
But: Nigerians largely perceive being a classic car enthusiast as a lame excuse for being broke or financially incapable; or do you disagree?
kindly share your thoughts here and on http://www.autobaseafrica.com/the-beauty-of-tokunbo-cars/

Unknown Member: [size=16pt]FINALLY!!!!![/size]

Wow!! This is great News..

However, I think the government needs to also do something about re-routing vessels into other ports in the Nation. We have cases where vessels sit on the water for weeks waiting to berth in Apapa or Tin Can when Calabar ports & Port Harcourt ports are waiting for even canoe sef to come.

Market forces will naturally make that happen;the simple idea is to decongest these Lagos ports and all these unnecessary trucks on our roads.

Omo_Tier1:
I am sure you have not seen EKO Atlantic project With the way Lagos State is going, if another government like that of Fashola takes root in Lagos for another 15years, those human wonders you are witnessing in China will be evident in Lagos!

Lagos can't be there in the next 30years even with 3more Fasholas

Today I watched a documentary on the construction of the hong-kong international airport which was built on a man-made island created by sand-filling the space between two natural mountains.When you see stuffs like these you literally weep for this country!I haven't been to China or most foreign nations but am sure Fashola and the rest of them have;its very funny and equally appalling that they will do miniature projects and be fanning themselves.With the clear knowledge of what's happening outhere you should just work,find better ways to work and most importantly keep quiet!

Ladipo was largely built by ibo men with little government support;instead of government to think up creative ways like monetizing auto-waste,they are busy creating impressions.1billion naira is too much to set things right rather than create all these media attention to show you are working.

When it comes to achieving and enjoying lower mileage and fuel consumption(comparatively with similar vehicle configuration),FWD is the way to go.But personally I'd go for RWD any day because of better stability and weight distribution.

If you ask me,the only reason these dudes have come this far is because we allowed them equalise in our first meeting and we gave them some sort of mental momentum.This evening the Super Eagles will clear their head and put them in their place.They had a chance in the first game because Yobo had a terrible game;they might be very physical but their finishing is poor.

The need for Nigerians to be safeguarded in the best way possible creates a vacuum which should be filled, not at the detriment of the same Nigerians supposedly safeguarded. Below is a brief appraisal of how all involved parties are affected by the existence of roadblocks or more appropriately, checkpoints. Without doubt, we know as a fact the corruption that ensues at these points and the level of abuse of the purpose for which these checkpoints were put in place in the first instance.
On the Roads[/i]

The drift causing curves

The spiral effect of cars getting past mounted checkpoints on roads by negotiating contrived bends is the speedy degradation of that portion of the road stretch in comparison with other road portions. According to Brett Neal (Pavemanpro.com), abnormal road deterioration can be caused by different reasons, which might be natural causes like sunlight and rainfall. Others include human error in construction like, insufficient or improperly compacted base below the asphalt, over and under compaction of asphalt, improper temperature of asphalt when applied and poor drainage.

This class of road-user induced deterioration of road portions owing to certain kinds of checkpoints is simply avoidable. As it shortens the life span of roads expected to last at least up to 25years. Roads intended to accommodate bends and turns are designed and built differently.

Heated spots

Just like in sport, any weak link can endanger the whole team. Heated spots on roads are known to buckle overtime. The seepage that follow can cause water to penetrate the top laid asphalt when the binding glue wears off, and this goes further to wash off the base which can induce cracks even on other nearby portions. Concentrated heated spots which rapidly weaken road surfaces come about at night because, most road blocks are lit up via crude methods like burnt tyres or wood. A more natural cause that can induce this over a longer space of time is sunlight, which however, isn’t unevenly concentrated on spots. These spot can degenerate to becoming portholes.

Uneven road deformation

Cars are lighter in motion, forcing these heavy weights on certain spots too frequently on portions of road surfaces creates different kinds of pressure and impact points. As hypothetical as this might sound, I will urge you take note of the state of road surfaces close to or on which these checkpoints are mounted. You will agree that these points that force vehicles to stay stationery for extended periods are more prone to deteriorating quickly; at a rate more than that of surfaces that enjoy free traffic flow. As experts will agree, high friction surfaces like road surfaces close to traffic lights, road intersections and all anticipated stoppage points are taken account of in road design. In comparison with regular road construction, better materials and thicker asphalt coatings are employed on these high friction surfaces, so when road blocks are randomly created on regular roads, it accelerates aging of such road surfaces.

[i]On the cars[/b]

[b]Higher levels of fuel consumption

Stopping too frequently for several road blocks doesn’t happen without downshifting to lower gears, which takes up more power from your engine. The outcome of this is spending relatively more fuel to get around due to spending more time than you averagely should, fiddling with lower gears. For automatic transmission(especially older models) cars, the case is worse as the torque converters of their gearboxes are constantly connected with the engine. This particular reason is why vehicles with automatic transmission are less economical than their manual counterparts with the same engine capacity.

Also with brakes, as one is most likely driving up levels of his/her brake pad’s wear rate when around these checkpoints mostly due to harsh or frequent braking. The combination of these two is the main culprit behind accelerated pad wear and that’s what happens most of the time around these blocks. Most drivers don’t anticipate these blocks, thereby forcing them to come to a halt. This equally doesn’t happen without increasing suspension work and affecting other components with abrasive surfaces like; clutch discs in manual transmission cars, which can wear harshly too at these points.

Ultimately on the people[/b]

[b]Increased levels of driving induced stress

Hold-ups traditionally induce ‘erupting emotions’ in most cases, especially when unforeseen delays like checkpoints cause a hindrance in traffic flow. Flowing traffic induces the least stress. Clutching down and changing gears in conventional manual cars, ceases to be fun when you have to do that too often in a short space of time or when one has to hold the clutch down to idle. At such moments the only thing moving swiftly are signals to and fro your brain, which ultimately raises an average human’s stress and fatigue level. These effects come to live in form of hurting knees, muscle cramps and painful body joints.

Its pocket deep

The frequent brake pad change and extra fuel consumed for example, drives up spending and extra cash commitments depending on your daily route. However, other aspects of this financial involvement you might not quite be taking account of are; the extra time you spend in getting things straight and repeated labour cost.

YES! The Government too[/b]

It doesn’t make much sense to kill a rat with a sledge hammer. Our roads are already under enormous pressure, which have naturally driven up their maintenance cost. With roadblocks in place as well, it means more money has to be spent. Another angle to this is the cost of mounting personnel on highways, monitoring and deploring them isn’t without extra cost too.

Let’s quickly examine the pros, do these checkpoints thwart crime?

It is common belief that when travelling across states in Nigeria, if you don’t see these men (policemen) on the road especially on spots they normally would be found, you have a reason to be bothered. These men actually put their lives at risk for rewards which ideally, might not materialize immediately.

In conclusion[b]

Establishing checkpoints on Nigeria’s roads was government’s reaction to the phenomenal increase in the activities of robbers on the roads. A pro-active measure that initially yielded desired results but over the years, we have seen streaks of unparalleled abuse and unprecedented proliferation of these supposed critical points of security. It’s clearly time for other methods of achieving safer roads to be exploited, especially effective use of available technology which ultimately cuts down cost overtime.
http://www.autobaseafrica.com/analyzing-the-effects-of-road-blocks-in-nigeria/

outrage: That guy own na beans, compaired to the refereeing of togo-tunisia

Omo, that refree go get award..


Refereing in afcon is mediocre!

That refree's agenda was to put Tunisia in the quarter finals.

FXKing2012: Truth of the matter is the OP is possessed for the following reasons:
1)She was so uncomfotable as the preaching started.
2) She started shouting at the man because the demon in her could not stand the preaching.
3) The demon in her wanted to use her to deter others from hearing the Word.

The cab driver is a true MOG for the following reasons:
1) He was ready for God's work anywhere and anytime and in the presence of anybody.
2) When the devil tried using the OP to stop him from preaching, the Spirit in him fought back by preaching even louder.
3) The devil wanted to use the accident to disrupt the preaching because the devil knew the man was preaching the truth which was capable of saving souls.

@OP, what you are unaware of is that probably you were supposed to die that day but the strong MOG (cab driver) saved you because you entered his cab. The devil attempted to take your life that morning but the presence of the man actually saved you.

Repent of your sins OP, ask for forgiveness, give your life to Christ and preach the Word to others.

Stay blessed!

Why won't things remain the way they are in this Nigeria;when people are blinded by their religious sentiments?Its funny that most support the driver!!!We are talking about driving here;you need full concentration and utmost alertness.Preaching behind the wheels is PLAIN STUPID if you ask me.Am a christian and I beleieve in God,don't get it confused.If you wanna win souls for Christ get creative;record your preaching on a tape and urge your passengers to listen.
Its a shame that most support this,on the other hand the poster should have let go cos he/she worsened the situation and endangered others even more.

A new year has just began, which can also be seen as an opportunity to look into areas of your car. Most people begin the year by trying to adhere to their earlier drafted ‘New Year resolutions’; while some subscribe to the psychological exercise of ‘turning a new leaf’. Either way, what these two similar approaches tend to achieve is helping individuals make 2013 better than last year for them by taking proactive measures and adopting better ways of living and doing things. In that same light, when it comes your car, consider the few points stated below a ‘resolution list’ which can help in generating your next plan of action to ensure you have a blissful motoring year ahead.

Check your vehicle papers: It’s very possible to forget how vital your vehicle documents are until you get reminded by relevant authorities during their random checks. Depending on the driver class you fall under, some of the necessary vehicle documents that must be complete and up to date are your driver’s license, vehicle license, insurance etc. Also have in mind new developments like plate number swapping and the new driver’s license as directed by the Federal Road Safety Commission (F.R.S.C).
Check your car’s vitals: When referring to the vitals of the human body, you could consider features like the human heart, brain, sensory organs etc. In the case of cars you have the power-train consisting of the engine right under the bonnet and transmission; you can then go further to include principal engine attachments like the cooling system, brakes, fueling system and exterior lightening on your check-list. The idea here is not to focus on a few features of your car, but to concretely ascertain the true state of your car.
Re-access your mechanic/spare-part supplies: If for some time now you’ve been having doubts about the effectiveness of your current auto-technician, now is the time to step aside and truly appraise his/her services provided. In doing this consider the following; level of expertise, workshop client traffic, sophistication/maximization of tools, limits of diversity (the more limited the better), division of labour, general working conditions and most importantly, security. With regards to spare-part dealers, you should consider the average life of spare-parts you procure, value-added services (logistics, customer care), amongst other considerations.
Kick-start personal documentation of your maintenance history: As an effective way to keep track of activities carried out on your car and to fill the gap created by poor mechanic practices (as we largely have it here in Nigeria), it is highly advisable to record these activities as they are carried out. You could take it up a notch by setting reminders using your handy gadgets like mobile phones and tablet PCs to notify you on when next certain activities are to be carried out based on the specified intervals as stated on your car’s manual for various processes/procedures.
Study yourself, how and where you drive: First and foremost, you might have to re-consider your daily route; having in mind that the surest way to cut fueling cost to the barest minimum is to take shortest routes with free flow of traffic. It is also possible that the seemingly shorter route you ply daily is partly responsible for your frequent visits to the mechanic to fix suspension issues. With that taken care of, also consider how safe the normal routes you ply are at different times of the day. Finally, take note of your personal driving flaws and how your personality and work routine affects your driving. Truly being cautious about how these little factors affect the way we drive helps avoid accidents and unforeseen negative road incidents.
Cultivate a reading attitude: an average Nigerian barely reads! They prefer getting stunned by the vocal description of the capabilities of the car they own, just to marvel over such. The same goes to being embarrassed by an avoidable anomaly. Basically, embrace your car manual and learn more about your car features and requirements; then go further hook up with an interesting online blog, magazine or news site that provides information on recalls, new car trends and probably information on the next car to buy. An informed mind is free, independent and insightful; these are just a few benefits of reading more.
Shop for a new car: Yes! A fresh start might require having a fresh car and trading-in your current car. Some cars are simply not worth fixing, while some have been ‘over-fixed’. Cars barely have a definite life-span as it largely depends on the history of its various users. So if the cost of replacing that engine is enough to start a huge piggy-bank for your next car, you might consider a replacement; do the maths and be decisive.

Interestingly, resolutions are hardly followed through like failed projects without an end; this should serve as a challenge to every car owner. Your vehicle is your property, which makes up part of your immediate environment. What this means is that there is hardly any positive or negative action or in-action on your part which doesn't impact on others. Always have this in mind; wishing you happy motoring this year.
http://www.autobaseafrica.com/give-your-car-a-fresh-start/