- Advice - What does it mean when my insurer says my car is “beyond repair”? A Straits Times reader asks what it means when a car is deemed to be "beyond repair". - Advice - Does using the manual override function cause more wear? A Straits Times reader wants to know if using an automatic gearbox's manual override feature will cause more wear. - Advice - Why is my speedometer not working? The Automobile Association of Singapore (AAS) attempts to explain to a Straits Times reader why his speedometer may not be… - Advice - Why is my engine idling so erratically? AAS attempts to explain why a seven-year-old Japanese car's engine is idling erratically. - Advice - Can I use 92 RON fuel in my turbocharged European car? An ST reader wants to know if he can use the lowest octane petrol in Singapore for a European car. - Advice - Why is my transmission slipping between 2nd and 3rd gear? The Automobile Association of Singapore tries to explain what causes slipping gears. - Advice - Can I use water instead of coolant in the radiator? The Automobile Association of Singapore (AAS) advises a Straits Times reader on whether he can use water instead of coolant… - Advice - Is there an easier way to check my tyre pressures? An ST reader asks if there's a more convenient way he can monitor tyre pressures. - Advice - Do turbocharged engines need to cool down before being shut off? A Straits Times reader asks if turbocharged engines need to idle for them to cool down before being switched off. - Advice - What’s the best way to improve fuel economy? We give a Straits Times reader two of the best fuel-saving tips. - Advice - Does shifting from “D” to “N” when moving damage the gearbox? A Straits Times reader asks if he can shift from "N" to "D" while his car is moving. - Advice - When should I replace my car battery? We answer a Straits Times' reader's question about when it's time to replace his car battery. - Advice - How often should I change my wiper blades? A Straits Times reader asks how often wiper blades need to be replaced. - Advice - Is it okay to put the car’s gearbox in “P” without using the parking brake? A Straits Times reader asks if it is safe to put the gearbox in Park without engaging the parking brake. PreviousNext
