Road transport is a source of air pollutants which can have adverse effects at various scales. The air pollutants which are currently causing greatest concern in terms of local air quality, primarily because of their impacts on human health, are airborne PM, NO2 and ground-level ozone5. Road transport is an important contributor to all three. […]
As featured in Undercar Parts Services magazine (UPS) – August 2022 One of the most important but overlooked areas in vehicle safety is the ‘brake triangle’, which is made up of the following three components: Brakes Modern vehicles are full of nearly unimaginable complexity and thousands of parts work together to ensure a safe, […]
As featured in Australian Diesel Mechanic Magazine (ADMM) June 2022 Road transport is a source of air pollutants which can have adverse effects at various scales. The air pollutants which are currently causing greatest concern in terms of local air quality, primarily because of their impacts on human health, are airborne particulate matter (PM), nitrogen […]
What equipment do you need? As featured in AAAA Magazine – July 2022 A career as a mechanic can be rewarding and allow you to work a flexible schedule in a job that continuously challenges your skills. Starting your own service repair business gives you even more control over your professional direction, allowing you to […]
As featured in The Automotive Technician Magazine (TAT) March 2022 Workshop Pro 10 Brake Meter Can Now Be Used in NSW AutoTest Workshop Pro 10 has recently been given the tick of approval by Transport for NSW. This means that this product is compliant in every state and territory of Australia to conduct brake testing. In […]
IN THIS ARTICLE: Diesel Emissions Standards, Tackling Air Pollutants and how to improve Australia’s ability to reach net zero emissions by 2050. Air pollution from road transport Road transport is a source of air pollutants which can have adverse effects at various scales. The air pollutants which are currently causing greatest concern in terms of […]
IN THIS ARTICLE: Several factors affect how your vehicle’s brakes work. These include the speed and weight of your vehicle, brake adjustment and anti-lock braking systems.
IN THIS ARTICLE: Brake safety, brake systems as well as the brake testing regulations and its importance in all vehicles, explained. If you Google Truck Brake Safety, you get results like the following: Brake problems on highway trucks at mines Five critical tips for brake safety week Park brake failure truck rolls away Emergency brake […]
Brake fluid is designed to have a high boiling point, to withstand the high temperatures generated during braking. The one major drawback, due to its chemical composition- it absorbs moisture. This can be moisture from the air (via the breather hole in the master cylinder cap) or via the rubber hosing. The more moisture in […]
One of the most important but overlooked areas in vehicle safety is the ‘brake triangle’, which is made up of the following three components: Brakes The brake system is arguably the most important part of a vehicle. Imagine driving down the road and approaching a stop sign; you press your foot on the brake pedal […]
Regular car maintenance means more miles and longer vehicle lifespans The braking ability of a vehicle is one of the most significant safety elements in vehicle design today. Braking performance is critical in the avoidance of accidents and almost every single accident involves the application of the vehicle brakes. Brake testing is an important service […]
