Autobaak blog - Tips and info for car owners

Difference between P21W and P21/5W lamp

What is the difference between a P21W and P21/5W bulb? Have you ever had it happen to you yourself? You want to replace the indicator and with great urgency you have fetched a P21W bulb but the bulb doesn't seem to fit in any way. After a little quiet reading, you find out...

Why the MOT is so important

The General Periodic Test (APK) is mandatory for all cars older than 3 years. The purpose of the MOT is to ensure that cars are in a good state of repair, thus preventing accidents. Thus, the MOT inspection is there to ensure safety...

OnBoardDiagnostic (OBD): everything you need to know

OBD stands for OnBoardDiagnostics. Through OBD, you can make contact with a car and exchange information between your car's on-board computer and the diagnostic system used. This allows you to search for fault codes and view other data, among other things. There are several...

A new car or drive on? Which is smart?

Is it time for another car or is it better to keep driving your current one for a while? You have a car, but you're not sure if it's the right time to buy a new one. Are you going to drive less or more, could you use a bigger car because something...

Chrysler a timing chain or belt?

Of the Chrysler Voyager, there are models with timing chains and also with timing belts. For versions with a timing chain, only regular checks are required. In engines that use a belt to drive the camshaft, it is absolutely...

The importance of a safely secured load

According to Dutch traffic laws, you are obliged to secure a load or parts thereof. In any case, the load must be secured in such a way that loads cannot fall off the vehicle under normal circumstances. Under normal circumstances, loads fall...

The advantages of a car transporter

As a car enthusiast, you understand how important it is to protect your car and keep it in pristine condition. Whether you are someone who keeps a classic car in storage, or a car collector looking to transport a vehicle across the country, investing in a...

Why the Fiat 500 is a good choice, buying advice

The Fiat 500 is a great choice for when you go to buy your first car. It is affordable, easy to drive, and has a cool factor. Some things to consider before buying a Fiat include common problems, which engine is best...

Find a car that suits you

Are you looking for a new car? Then there are many different makes and models to choose from. Each model can give you completely different specifications and make car journeys easier. It is therefore important to know beforehand where you...

Can you lease a car for a month?

For those who want to rent a car for a month but don't want to commit to a long-term lease, there is now an option available. Short-term rental services offer the option to rent a car for a month without committing to an extended...

Tesla Cybertruck, models and price?

The Tesla Cybertruck looks like it is straight out of the film series Back to Future. With an angular exterior made of scratch- and dent-resistant stainless steel, this all-electric Tesla is a real eye-catcher. As Tesla itself says, this monster is built...

Why leasing an electric car privately is a good idea

You may have noticed that more and more people, both business and personal, are driving electric cars. There are a number of reasons why it is attractive to drive an electric car. One is because electricity costs less as fuel. Another...

How can you rent a car cheaply?

In some situations, you need a car or a van, and it should be clear that by no means everyone has one of their own in their driveway. Especially in big cities, the percentage of car owners is smaller and many more people use bicycles or the...

LED bulbs car pros and cons

LED bulbs car pros and cons? On this page, we list the pros and cons of LED lamps in the car. Advantages LED lamps car Let's start with the most obvious advantages: economical, good lifespan and high light output. We...

Wheel bearings and wheel hubs

What are wheel hubs and wheel bearings? Both use the same physical characteristics of a bearing, in that they contain bearing balls that are lubricated to rotate and thus make the wheel turn. A major difference between the two is how they are assembled....

What is a fast charger and what are its advantages?

E-mobility is becoming increasingly popular. More and more people are opting for electric driving, which is why more and more charging stations are available. One of these solutions is a fast charger, or also called a supercharger. But what exactly is this? What is a fast charger...

Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV or ASX?

Due to the shortage of chips, among other things, fewer cars are being produced. Car dealers often struggle with model shortages in 2022, as a result consumers sometimes have to wait months before they can actually drive a purchased car. We were recently alerted to...

Renault Austral: price, specifications and release date

Renault's all-new SUV is the Renault Austral, an SUV for the whole family with full hybrid system and packed with tech gadgets. Is it enough to compete with its rivals? And is buying the Austral a good idea? In the Netherlands, the...