Stamberg Autos ltd

15/07/2024

A Road trip can be an exciting adventure, but it's essential to ensure your car is ready for the journey. Your mindfulness can prevent unexpected breakdowns and ensure a smooth and enjoyable trip. Here’s a little guide to getting your car road-trip ready:
1. Check Your Tyres
• Tread Depth: Ensure your tyres have sufficient tread depth. The legal minimum tread depth in the UK is 1.6mm, but for better safety, replace tyres when tread depth is below 3mm.
• Air Pressure: Inflate tyres to the manufacturer’s recommended pressure. Under-inflated tyres can reduce fuel efficiency and increase the risk of a blowout.
• Spare Tyre: Don’t forget to check the condition and pressure of your spare tyre.
2. Inspect Fluids
• Engine Oil: Check the oil level and top it up if necessary. If it’s close to the next oil change, get it done before your trip.
• Coolant: Ensure the coolant level is adequate to prevent overheating.
• Brake Fluid: Make sure the brake fluid is at the proper level and is clean.
• Transmission Fluid: Check the level and colour. If it’s dark or smells burnt, consider having it replaced.
• Windscreen Washer Fluid: Fill the reservoir and check that the wipers are in good condition.
3. Check the Battery
• Battery Terminals: Clean any corrosion from the terminals and ensure they are tight.
• Battery Charge: Test the battery to ensure it’s holding a charge. If your battery is more than three years old, consider replacing it to avoid any issues.
4. Test Lights and Signals
• Headlights, Brake Lights, Indicators, and Hazard Lights: Ensure all lights are functioning correctly. Replace any burnt-out bulbs.
5. Inspect Belts and Hoses
• Belts: Look for signs of wear, such as cracks or fraying, and replace if necessary.
• Hoses: Check for leaks, bulges, or cracks. Replace any damaged hoses to prevent breakdowns.
6. Emergency Kit
• First Aid Kit: Stock it with plasters, antiseptics, and other medical supplies.
• Basic Tools: Include a jack, wheel brace, torch, and basic tools.
• Emergency Supplies: Pack a blanket, water, non-perishable food, jump leads, and a portable phone charger.
7. Plan Your Route
• Navigation: Ensure your sat nav or maps are up to date.
• Weather: Check the weather forecast for your route and plan accordingly.
8. Clean Your Car
• Interior: Remove unnecessary items to create a comfortable environment.
• Exterior: A clean car improves visibility and reduces fuel consumption.
By taking these steps, you’ll ensure your car is in top condition for a road trip, giving you peace of mind and allowing you to focus on enjoying the journey. Safe travels!

05/07/2024

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10/11/2023

21/09/2023

Signs that your car need a Service: Warning lights on dashboard Sensitive or unresponsive brakes Stalls Squeaks and squeals Abnormal vibrations Grinding gears Ignition problems Reduction in power Excessive or unusual emissions And these are only few signs that you need to be aware of. Use you gut in...

08/09/2023

Get your car Autumn ready 🍂

1. Check tyre pressure
2. Check the lights
3. Check your windscreen wipers
4. Clean your windscreen and windows
5. Make sure your heater/defroster works
6. Have your battery checked

02/08/2023

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02/08/2023

Last week we launched Our new website!👏🤩

Stamberg Autos LTD offers All major and minor repairs, Wheel alignment and Adas Calibration. Lowered cars welcome!

26/07/2023

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25/07/2023

What is a Windshield Calibration?

If you’re wondering and would like a little clarity on what is calibrating a windshield is and how it is required for replacement, well here’s some insight 😊

Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS) came a long way and have made cars so much safer over the years, therefore they must be maintained to work efficiently. Features like lane departure warnings and forward collision detection are complicated and delicate technologies.

To function safely, ADAS system relies on sensors, cameras, and other equipment mounted to a car’s windshield.

When a windshield is replaced, the ADAS-related equipment (like cameras and sensors) is removed and then re-attached. A change of just one degree in a camera angle can have a large impact on the vehicle’s viewing area.

This is one reason why we calibrate windshields. It will affect how the car’s ADAS features work and the overall safety of the vehicle.

The calibration process will adjust and test all cameras and sensors on the windshield. This is to ensure everything is functioning properly after the windshield replacement.

So, in short 😊 For safety and peace of mind, you should always have your windshield recalibrated after every windshield repair and replacement 😊